Signers National is a leading insurance platform that provides a range of brokerage and underwriting services to organizations of all sizes. Starting in 2008 as a small retail broker focused on nonprofit & human service organizations, Signers has since expanded its portfolio to include commercial real estate and transportation. Signers is a socially conscious organization boasting an amazing culture of relentless grit and continuous improvement. We go to work every day to positively affect people's lives, and we strive to do the same for our employees.
The Placement Associate is responsible for supporting the execution of new and renewal business placements. This role focuses on reviewing submission materials for completeness and accuracy, assisting with quoting and analysis, coordinating carrier marketing, and supporting placement execution under the guidance of Placement Executives and Managers.
Responsibilities
Submission Review & Readiness
- Review submissions for completeness, accuracy, and carrier readiness.
- Identify missing or unclear information and coordinate with sales to resolve gaps.
- Ensure submissions meet internal quality standards and carrier requirements.
Marketing & Quoting Support
- Assist in marketing accounts to carriers in alignment with placement strategy.
- Utilize carrier online rating platforms to support quoting.
- Support pricing reviews, coverage comparisons, and basic analysis.
- Track carrier responses and follow-ups.
Placement Execution & Workflow Coordination
- Submit accounts to carriers once approved and monitor progress.
- Maintain accurate status updates within Caffeine.
- Support bind order preparation and placement documentation.
Systems & Documentation
- Maintain accurate records in agency management systems.
Communication & Collaboration
- Communicate professionally with sales, placement team members, carriers, & brokers.
- Escalate coverage or market concerns as appropriate.
- Perform other similar tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- 2–4 years of commercial insurance placement experience preferred.
- Current P&C Producer License preferred but not required.
Skills & Competencies
- Working knowledge of P&C insurance coverages preferred but not required.
- Strong attention to detail and ownership of work.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable using Excel and other software applications.
- Clear communication and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrates our Core Values:
Work Ethic, Passion, Caring, Effectivity, Humility
Signers is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Signers is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Signers will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We believe that variety in experience makes us stronger as individuals, as communities, and as a company. Fostering an environment where all employees feel empowered to bring their authentic self to work is our priority
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