Practice Director, Quality Assurance
Sacramento, CA - USA
Job Summary
ABOUT HUB:
In a rapidly changing world HUB advises businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected. As one of the worlds largest insurance brokers our focus is dedicated to providing our customers with the peace of mind that what matters most will be protected-through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions that put our clients in control. Our growing team of professionals across North America represents a broad deep and one-of -a kind aggregation of entrepreneurs and leaders recognized for their excellence throughout the insurance community.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Quality Assurance Practice Director is an operational leadership role responsible for ensuring the highest standards of file quality workflow compliance and service execution across HUB CNCs Commercial Lines practice. This position designs implements and continuously improves quality assurance programs that protect the organization from Errors & Omissions (E&O) exposure eliminate missed expirations reduce aged accounts receivable and ensure all client-facing activities are completed accurately and on time.
This role partners directly with EVP Operations Commercial Lines Practice Leader Client Service Directors Client Service Managers and the Practice Director Strategic Operations to drive accountability uphold established workflows and elevate the overall standard of service delivery across all CNC offices and verticals.
- Establishes and enforces file quality standards across all Commercial Lines verticals ensuring documentation forms applications and policy records meet or exceed organizational and carrier requirements.
- Develops and manages a structured peer audit program to proactively identify E&O exposure documentation gaps and workflow non-compliance before issues escalate.
- Conducts regular file reviews and spot-checks across teams providing detailed findings and corrective action plans to Client Service Directors and Client Service Managers.
- Tracks and reports on audit results identifying systemic trends and recommending process improvements.
- Analyzes audit data to identify high-risk accounts teams or process areas and collaborates with leadership to implement targeted corrective actions.
- Serves as a subject matter resource on E&O prevention best practices contributing to training content and organizational awareness.
- Monitors open activity queues to ensure service staff are managing tasks within expected timeframes and in accordance with established workflows.
- Implements zero-tolerance protocols for missed expirations including early-warning reporting escalation paths and root cause analysis for any lapses.
- Partners with Client Service Directors and Client Service Managers to remediate workload imbalances or process breakdowns that contribute to missed deadlines.
- Monitors aged accounts receivable across all verticals partnering with Client Service Directors and finance to drive balances to zero or near-zero.
- Establishes reporting cadences and escalation triggers for overdue balances ensuring accountability at the account manager level.
- Identifies root causes of AR aging including invoicing delays client disputes and workflow gaps and works cross-functionally to resolve.
- Ensures service staff adhere to established workflows task lists and role-specific responsibilities across account management positions.
- Works closely with operational leadership to align quality assurance standards with broader organizational objectives.
- Provides structured feedback and quality metrics to inform the development of individualized training plans for underperforming staff.
- Partners with Client Service Directors to embed quality expectations into team routines including huddles one-on-ones and performance reviews.
- Collaborates with the Practice Director Operational Excellence to leverage the HUB Angel program for desk remediation initiatives and problem identification.
- Prioritizes and triages desks requiring remediation based on risk exposure client impact and audit findings; tracks remediation progress and ensures issues are resolved to standard before transitioning accounts back to regular service workflows.
- Develops and maintains QA dashboards and scorecards that provide leadership with visibility into file quality audit pass rates expiration compliance and AR aging.
- Presents findings and recommendations to the Practice Leader and senior leadership on a regular cadence.
- Drives a culture of continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues and championing process technology or training solutions.
- Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
- Audit Program Completion Rate: Percentage of scheduled peer audits completed on time per quarter.
- File Quality Audit Pass Rate: Percentage of files meeting or exceeding quality standards across all reviewed accounts.
- Missed Expiration Rate: Number of missed expirations per review period with a target of zero.
- Aged AR Reduction: Percentage reduction in overdue balances across all verticals per quarter.
- E&O Incidents: Number of confirmed E&O claims or near-miss events occurring within the review period with a target trending toward zero quarter-over-quarter.
- High School Diploma / GED required; college degree strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of commercial insurance operations experience with at least 3 years in a quality assurance compliance or audit-focused role.
- Property & Casualty License required.
- Deep understanding of commercial lines workflows renewal processes policy checking and agency management systems.
- Proven ability to design and implement audit programs quality frameworks and compliance monitoring systems.
- Strong analytical skills with experience building reports scorecards and dashboards from operational data.
- Ability to effectively and professionally communicate orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers clients customers and the general public.
- Confidence and demeanor to effectively interact with all levels within the organization.
- Critical Thinking: Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Problem Solving: Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Ability to efficiently gather pertinent information and facts analyze and solve problems timely and thoroughly.
- Ability to effectively work with a team and coach others in developing their skills and abilities.
- Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks and responsibilities in order to complete assignments on time and with optimal accuracy.
- Business profitability acumen; understands the financial drivers of the brokerage and applies that lens to file quality compliance and retention outcomes.
- Develops strategies to address complex challenges.
- Develops talent a continuous learning environment and high performing teams.
- Instills a business-oriented mindset to guide HUBs agenda.
- Considers a broader and diverse perspective when developing plans to improve organizational performance.
- Implements strategies to foster agility and adjusts plans and objectives.
- Creates a collaborative environment both within and across teams.
- Communicates complex messages clearly credibly and with empathy.
- This position primarily involves remaining in a stationary position for the majority of the workday.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with colleagues and clients both in person and on the telephone; Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator copy machine and computer printer.
- The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets office machinery etc.
WHY CHOOSE HUB
Throughout our network of more than 450 HUB offices in North America we offer a competitive exciting and friendly work environment that strategically positions our employees for longevity and success. At HUB we believe in investing in the future of our employeesandprovide continuous opportunitiesfor growth and development. Our entrepreneurial culture fosters an environment that empowers our people to make the best decisions for our customers and organization focusing on expanding the industry knowledge of our insurance professionals to better serve our valued clients. We are committed to providing you with competitive and flexible benefits options thatarerooted in your current needs yet evolves as your needs change over time. Join us in taking the first step toward creating a future that combines a diverse challenging work environment with financial security and career satisfaction.
HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity national origin religion age color sex sexual orientation gender identity disability or veterans status or any other characteristic protected by local state or federal laws rules or regulations. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement is available here at Policy
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The expected salary range for this position is $120000 - $170000k depending on geographical location and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidates skills experience and working location as well as the specific positions business line scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance FSA HSA and 401(k) accounts paid-time-off benefits and eligible bonuses equity and commissions for some positions.
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Department Account Management & ServiceRequired Experience: 7-10 years of relevant experienceRequired Travel: No Travel RequiredRequired Education: High school or equivalentHUB International Limited is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity national origin religion age color sex sexual orientation gender identity disability or veterans status or any other characteristic protected by local state or federal laws rules or regulations.
We endeavor to make this website accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process please contact the recruiting team. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.
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About Company
HUB International is a leading North American insurance brokerage that provides employee benefits, business, and personal insurance products and services.