The Account Executive will work with public entity insurance JPAs, which is a group of public entities, providing customer care, consulting and administrative support. The position will manage a variety of projects and tasks involving JPA operations. This person will be the primary point of contact and be responsible for developing strong client relationships to ensure timely results and overall client satisfaction.

Keenan, an Accretive company, is an insurance brokerage and consulting firm meeting the insurance needs of hospitals, public entities and California school districts. Keenan specializes in providing consulting services in the areas of: employee benefits, workers' compensation, loss control, financial, and property & liability.

The Account Executive supports a minimum of three JPAs.

You will be responsible for:

• Project Management: Building strong client relationships both internally and externally. Fielding questions, researching solutions and coordinating with stakeholders across the organization. Coordinating risk management training programs and managing a strategic plan.

• Communications: Researching and responding to client and JPA staff coverage, governance and program questions. Keeping clients and colleagues informed on all important issues relative to the accounts. Assist in developing content for account websites, marketing material and the annual conference.
• Administration: Coordinating both off-site and teleconference meetings including development of agendas and minutes. Attending meetings in person and presenting on topics as needed. Managing meeting deliverables, providing status updates, and maintaining client distribution lists.

• Coordinate designated Super Pool Board and Committee meetings including meeting location, development of agendas and maintaining minutes.
• Attend designated Super Pool meetings, presenting on various agenda topics.
• Research and respond to client and staff regarding coverage, governance and program issues.
• Keep Super Pool Manager informed on all important issues relative to JPA.
• Manage various Super Pool risk management programs (i.e. Matching Grant programs, Environmental Health).
• Participate in strategic planning meetings with designated Super Pools and manage the strategic plan.

• Prepare policies, amend governing documents, and issue RFP’s on behalf of the designated Super Pool.
• Ensure all designated Super Pools are in compliance with CAJPA Accreditation standards.
• Develop designated Super Pool website content.
• Prepare various Super Pool marketing materials i.e. newsletters, Annual Report, brochures.

• Assist with developing regional educational workshops/symposiums for designated Super Pool.

• Work with legal department and department heads to develop and prepare Keenan contracts (i.e. Management Agreements).
• Maintain positive rapport with internal and external clients to maintain strong working relationships.
• Meet deadlines and effectively handle multiple priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum two years of Account Management or equivalent experience. Insurance Industry preferred or the desire to learn about the industry quickly is a plus.
• A four-year college degree is preferred.
• Must have or obtain in first year of employment a California DOI Fire & Casualty license.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a solutions-oriented approach.
• Work independently and practice good time-management with strong attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills, including, MS Office and ability to learn and use other applications.

To help you make the best decision for your personal growth, it’s important to us to share a glimpse of what we offer our top asset, our people:   

• Competitive base salary.   
• Generous 30+ Days Comprehensive Paid Time Off Package inclusive of Paid Time Off, 10 Company Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays, 5 Sick Days, and 2 Volunteer Days.
• Health benefit options with you in mind; 5 affordable medical plan options with rates based on your salary, company paid HSA contribution with eligible HSA plan selection, 2 dental plan options offering orthodontia coverage and 3 cleanings per year, and 2 vision plan options.    
• Company match 401(k) plan – 50% up to 6%!   
• Support of your fitness wellness goals! We offer up to 75% off at over 11,000 gyms and fitness centers.    
• Opportunity to prioritize your mental health with 24/7 access to licensed therapists.   
• Pet benefits & discounts.    
• Access to our Employee-led Resource Groups (ERGs) that lend a voice to the variety of demographics represented throughout our company.

Compensation:

The target salary range for this position is $70,000.00 to $75,000.00 (US Dollar) annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. Hybrid work environment flexibility.

Accretive is a collection of elite specialty and wholesale agencies supported by experienced industry leaders. Our expertise is broad, and our innovative culture runs deep. We value relationships above all else and consistently deliver best in class customized solutions and service you can trust.

Accretive is passionate about fueling our clients’ innovation and growth. That makes us the perfect place for creative, dynamic people who want to grow their career while helping businesses, families and people thrive.  We are proud to be one of the largest brokers in the country, but we’re even prouder of the honest, caring relationships that our employees build with our clients every day.

Working with us will give you the opportunity to do work that matters while you learn with us, advance with us, and most importantly, grow with us. Accretive is committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion to create a workplace that welcomes and thrives on the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions of all team members. Accretive is bringing the best people and most diverse talent forward to drive growth, innovate and think bigger!