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There are many reasons why EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has become one of the fastest-growing firms in the insurance industry. Fueled and driven by capable, committed people who share common beliefs and values and “bring it” every day, EPIC is always looking for people who have “the right stuff” – people who know what they want and aren’t afraid to make it happen.

Headquartered in New York City and founded in 2007, our company has over 4,000 employees nationwide. With locations spread out across the U.S., our local market knowledge and industry expertise helps support our clients' regional and global needs. We have grown very quickly since our founding, and we continue to see growth and success thanks to our hard-working and growth-minded employees.

Our core values are: Owner mindset, Inspire trust, Think big, and Drive results. If these values and growth align with what you're looking for in your next career? Then consider joining our amazing team!

LOCATION: Any Indiana-based office, Ohio, Kentucky, or Michigan (hybrid)

The Placement Manager is responsible for leading the marketing and placement process for large and complex commercial insurance accounts. This role partners with Producers, Client Managers, and carrier partners to secure competitive coverage solutions that meet client needs. The Placement Manager serves as a technical resource within the placement team and leverages strong market knowledge to successfully place challenging risks.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing & Placement Execution

Lead the marketing and placement process for large and complex commercial insurance accounts.
Submit applications and coverage requests to appropriate insurance markets.
Negotiate pricing, terms, conditions, and coverage with insurance carriers.
Review carrier quotations to ensure alignment with requested coverage and client objectives.
Rate coverage through carrier portals when appropriate.
Bind coverage with selected carriers and notify participating markets of final decisions.
Develop creative solutions for difficult or complex placements.

Proposal Development

Prepare and deliver new business and renewal marketing summaries.
Develop premium comparisons and coverage recommendations.
Assist producers and client managers in evaluating placement alternatives.
Support remarketing efforts for existing accounts

Carrier Relationship Management

Develop and maintain strong relationships with insurance carriers, wholesalers, and specialty markets.
Stay informed on carrier underwriting appetites, market conditions, industry trends, and emerging coverage solutions.
Participate in carrier meetings and maintain strong working relationships with carrier partners.
Leverage market relationships to maximize coverage options and negotiate favorable outcomes for clients.
Serve as a resource to internal teams regarding market intelligence and coverage expertise.

Collaboration

Partner with Producers and Client Managers throughout the placement process.
Support Placement Specialists on larger or more complex accounts.
Share market knowledge and technical expertise with team members.
Assist in onboarding and training new placement team members as appropriate.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Advanced knowledge of commercial insurance coverages, placement strategies, and risk-transfer concepts.
Demonstrated experience placing complex middle-market and large commercial insurance accounts.
Strong negotiation and relationship-management skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience with Sagitta, ImageRight, and carrier rating platforms preferred.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of service and accuracy.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Professional and collaborative approach to working with internal and external partners.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.