Sedgwick

AVP Client Services

Sedgwick$120K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Ohio, US
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, or Finance preferred
  • Ten years of related experience, including three years in Account Executive roles on national accounts
  • Five years of claims or supervisory experience
  • In-depth understanding of workers compensation, liability, and disability
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentations

Responsibilities

  • Ensure contract compliance with company guidelines
  • Handle financials including accounts receivable and invoicing
  • Manage client knowledge and relationships
  • Negotiate contract renewals and new agreements
  • Develop business planning and budgeting strategies
  • Plan for staffing needs and succession
  • Support client and internal relationships

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k with matching contributions
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Flexible spending or health savings accounts
  • Additional voluntary benefits
Full Job Description
PRIMARY PURPOSE: To be responsible for the administrative, managerial and client relationships associated with Client Services within the assigned area.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Ensures contract compliance with company guidelines within an assigned area.
  • Handles financials including accounts receivable, invoicing and pricing support within an assigned area.
  • Responsible for client knowledge including threatened status and relationship with the company.
  • Handles renewal process timely; negotiates new contracts within an assigned area.
  • Responsible for business planning and budgeting within an assigned area.
  • Plans for staffing needs including succession, bench-strength, and new business within an assigned area.
  • Supports client relationships; builds executive relationships; supports internal relationships.
  • Supports business development.


ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Supports the organization's quality program(s).
  • Travels as required.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
  • Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance reviews.
  • Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.


QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major in Risk Management, Business Administration or Finance preferred. Advanced degree and/or professional designations (CPCU, AIC, ARM) preferred.

Experience
Ten (10) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include three (3) years of Account Executive on national accounts experience and five (5) years of claims/supervisory experience.

Skills & Knowledge
  • In-depth understanding of workers compensation, liability and disability
  • Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
  • PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
  • Leadership/management/motivational skills
  • Analytical and interpretive skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent negotiation and facilitation skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies


WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $120,000.00 - $130,00.00 USD Annual. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

About Sedgwick

Sedgwick is a global provider of insurance, risk management, and related services. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Sedgwick offers a range of services to clients in various industries, including property and casualty insurance, workers' compensation, and disability management. The company has a team of experienced professionals who work closely with clients to develop customized solutions that meet their specific needs. Sedgwick has a reputation for delivering high-quality service and has been recognized for its excellence in the insurance industry.
Learn more about Sedgwick
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1969

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