An ACA team leader is responsible for coordinating efforts across multiple team members to ensure a seamless client experience. This position can be a client-facing role if leadership support in needed by the ACA or the client. The role requires a deep understanding of the role and responsibilities a WTW Associate Client Advocate. Since the ACA is a key member of the client service team, the ACA team Leader is responsible for facilitating all required resources & tools for the ACA team to deliver service of the highest level.

Note: Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.

The Role

The Associate Client Advocate (ACA) team lead manages a team and is responsible for ensuring that the organization prioritizes the needs of its customers.  The role is also involved in strategic planning and decision-making. Here are some responsibilities of a team lead: 

Advocating for clients  Leading and mentoring ACA team members to find solutions for service challenges to meet client needs Improving client satisfaction – oversee quality control of entire ACA team  An ACA team leader may be responsible for implementing strategies to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty.  An ACA team leader may be responsible for managing customer feedback on ACA service  Managing team performance and securing training where needed  Resolve ACA Team issues & challenges with strong leadership.  Anticipate issues and prepare the team for obstacles  Improving performance and coaching / training team members Helping to set career goals & talent development for ACA team Members A client advocate team leader is responsible for setting goals for the team that align with WTW values and business goals  Manage the ACA/ CS assignments to secure successful pairings Lead ACA/ CS team collaboration & alignment efforts

 

The Responsibilities

Knowledge /Skills/ Behaviors

Minimum of 5 - 7 years of insurance experience in a client facing roleProperty & Casualty insurance knowledge requiredAble to apply knowledge of coverage forms in the analysis of program design, the identification of coverage gaps and ongoing coverage consultationKnowledge of commercial insurance renewal end to end processStrong leadership skills within servicing function, to include delegation coaching and mentoring. Demonstrate organizational leadership and influence with matrixed colleagues like broking.Able and willing to work a flexible work schedule as agreedCustomer and relationship management focusNegotiation skills – ability to drive conflict resolution and secure concessions without damaging relationshipsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProblem solving skills, including critical thinking adaptability and creativityProject Management skills, including attention to detail, organization, time management prioritization and decision-makingMS office skills and familiarity with other relevant online toolsAbility to work independentlyMust successfully complete appropriate licensing exam(s) and/or maintain required licensing by completing various Continuing Education activities as needed, If already licensed must be able to show valid confirmation of current licensing status

Overseeing the Quality Control of the Teams Deliverables During the Following:  

Pre-Renewal Strategy Information Gatherings Need/Gap Analysis Proposal BindingInvoicingImplementation of directed operating procedures 

Ongoing Services

Management and oversight of Team performanceResponsibility to review & finalize end of year evaluations Respond to midterm reviews: challenges or career growth Provide oversight and guidance for colleague retention strategiesOversight and guidance on clients’ deliverables.  Provide leadership and support for ongoing client projects and service satisfactionCoordinate and facilitate meetings seminars and other engagement-type activities for ACACoordinate and lead the onboarding of new ACAManage and assist in Client Specialist Alignment 

This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that base salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation.

Compensation

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $90,000-$105 USD per year.

This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.

Company Benefits

WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off (Washington State only)Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k). 

EOE, including disability/vets