Contracting & Commissions Specialist

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For over 50 years AmeriLife has been a leader in the development marketing and distribution of annuity life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.

Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Job Summary

Job Description

Job Description:

• Process high volume of commissions on a weekly basis and follow-up with carriers on any errors in payment until resolution
• Understand multiple compensation structures and upline agreements to ensure agents are paid correctly
• Process carrier contracts terminations and appointments for advisors across the Life Annuity and Medicare spaces often with time-sensitive deadlines
• Foster a proactive mindset for problem solving and customer service to provide excellent customer experience
• Assist In-House Broker Managers with contracting needs and questions for their advisors
• Assist with Contracting/ Commissions projects as needed

Skills:

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Accurate Data Entry
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Extremely detail oriented and able to meet multiple simultaneous deadlines
• Strong interpersonal organizational and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently but also within a team environment
• Strong computer and technical skills ability to work within a variety of systems
• Additional duties/responsibilities may be assigned by leadership including short-term and long-term project work.
• Ability to meet goals and expectations as determined and communicated by leadership

Qualifications:

• Insurance experience not required but it is a plus
• Contracting and/or Commissions experience- not required but is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook/Access)
• Customer Service experience- not required but it is a plus
• High School degree

Our Core values we live by:

• Integrity - Doing right by our advisors and clients regardless of revenue outcomes to our organization is of the upmost importance to our team.
• Respect - Models respect for others while encouraging a culture of listening.
• Accountability - Self-motivated; We would like the candidate to commit to the activity it takes to become a successful sales and marketing professional- does this apply to this role This will include independent learning outside of normal business hours as well as a commitment to getting the job done when high priority opportunities present themselves.
• Innovation - new ideas are welcome on our team. We look to all members to bring improvement suggestions to our process and service models.

• Collaboration - The ability to work with a team includes the ability to develop relationships that promote open communication. The team will expect the ideal candidate to have fun work hard and make a joint effort to grow as a unit sharing ownership in challenges and success.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion creed sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin ancestry disability genetic information marital status veteran or military status or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive equitable and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

We are committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable state and local disability laws. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Requests for accommodation will be handled confidentially. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process please contact us at .

Pay Transparency Statement

We are committed to pay transparency and equity in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Compensation for this role will be determined based on skills qualifications experience and market factors. Where required by law the pay range for this position will be disclosed in the job posting or provided upon request. Additional compensation information such as benefits bonuses and commissions will be provided as required by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against employees or applicants for inquiring about discussing or disclosing their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant as protected under applicable law. Pay ranges are available upon request.

Background Screening Statement

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening which may include employment verification education verification criminal history check and other job-related inquiries as permitted by law. All screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws and information collected will be kept confidential. If any adverse decision is made based on the results applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to respond.