Placement Manager

Location: 1111 Chestnut Hills Parkway, Fort Wayne, IN 46814; 11711 North Meridan St, 7th Fl, Carmel, IN 46032; 925 Wabash Avenue Suite 200, Terre Haute, IN 47807 Come join our team! 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. 7+ years of commercial insurance, brokerage, underwriting, or placement experience. Indiana Property & Casualty License required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. COMPENSATION: Compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications, education, internal equity, and market data. This role may also be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package. WHY EPIC: EPIC has over 60 offices and 4,000 employees nationwide – and we’re growing! It’s a great time to join the team and be a part of this growth. We offer: Generous Paid Time off Managed PTO for salaried/exempt employees (personal time off without accruals or caps); 22 PTO days starting out for hourly/non-exempt employees; 12 company-observed paid holidays; 4 early-close days Generous leave time options: Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave Generous employee referral bonus program of $1,500 per hired referral Employee recognition programs for demonstrating EPIC’s values plus additional employee recognition awards and programs (and trips!) Employee Resource Groups: Women’s Coalition, EPIC Veterans Group Professional growth & development: Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Leadership Development Unique benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Coverage, Legal Planning, Family Planning, and Menopause & Midlife Support Additional benefits include (but are not limited to): 401(k) matching, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and wellness & employee assistance programs 50/50 Work Culture: EPIC fosters a 50/50 culture between producers and the rest of the business, supporting collaboration, teamwork, and an inclusive work environment. It takes both production and service to be EPIC! EPIC Gives Back – Some of our charitable efforts include Donation Connection, Employee Assistance Fund, and People First Foundation We’re in the top 10 of property/casualty agencies according to “Insurance Journal” To learn more about EPIC, visit our Careers Page: https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/epic-careers/ . EPIC embraces diversity in all its various forms—whether it be diversity of thought, background, race, religion, gender, skills or experience. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard. It is our belief that diversity drives innovation and that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients. California Applicants - View your privacy rights at: https://www.epicbrokers.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/epic-ca-employee-privacy-notice.pdf . 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