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About Western Agency Inc, a Division of Patriot Growth Insurance Services: Western Agency is the largest independent property and casualty (P&C) insurance agency in the North Dakota and South Dakota region. Founded in 1976, Western has 10 offices offering insurance coverage and providing risk management strategies to trusted clients in the farm ranch, crop and agricultural sector, as well as the business communities including contractors, oil & gas, trucking, construction, habitational and others. Western Agency Inc is a partner agency of Patriot Growth Insurance Services, a privately held national insurance services broker ranked 24th largest broker in the U.S. as of December 2024.

Position Overview: Our company seeks an experienced and licensed insurance sales professional who excels in providing superb customer service to ensure customers have the appropriate insurance coverage for their personal and business needs, to join us as a Commercial Lines Insurance Account Executive. In this position you will work to provide comprehensive advice and consultation to the insurance clients in North and South Dakota. In this role you will collaborate with other team members to deliver exceptional client service, including preparation of policy renewals and changes, and handling insurance claims efficiently. This position will emphasize serving as a consultant and advisor to the clients to ensure continued business retention.

Work location: This is a full-time, fully remote position supporting our office located in Minot, ND.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Manage and retain a book of commercial lines business, serving as the primary point of contact for client service and strategy.
• Lead the renewal process, including coverage analysis, market strategy, and client presentations.
• Provide consultative guidance across all lines of property and casualty insurance, identifying coverage gaps and recommending solutions.
• Respond to client service needs including policy reviews, claims support, contract analysis, and coverage questions.
• Collaborate with Producers, Account Managers, and underwriters to ensure successful placement and servicing of accounts.
• Prepare submissions, negotiate with carriers, and support the placement of new and renewal business.
• Issue certificates, binders, and policy documentation while maintaining accurate records in the agency management system.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and carrier partners while staying current on industry trends.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in commercial lines insurance, with a focus on account management, risk management, or production.
• Proven experience managing a book of business exceeding $2 million in premium.
• Active Property & Casualty insurance license.
• Strong understanding of commercial risk management principles and coverage structures.
• Experience working with mid-market to large commercial clients.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and agency management systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field preferred.
• Industry designations such as CIC preferred.

About Patriot Growth Insurance Services: Founded in 2019, Patriot Growth Insurance Services (Patriot) is a growth-focused national insurance services firm that partners with employee benefits and property and casualty agencies across the United States. Patriot is ranked as the 24th largest broker in the U.S. by Business Insurance and has been named to the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies. With more than 2,100 employees operating in 170 locations and across 48 states, Patriot’s collaborative model delivers resources and strategic support to its agencies. Patriot creates true alignment with its partner agencies, and its operating philosophy fosters enhanced career opportunities for its dedicated and professional team. We are committed to working with like-minded individuals who share our vision of creating an insurance agency focused on operational excellence and a relentless pursuit of growth.

Why join us: We offer you the opportunity to be a part of one of the fastest-growing insurance companies since its inception. We strive to create a flexible and collaborative environment for our employees, and our goal is to provide enhanced career opportunities for our dedicated and professional team. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide a comprehensive health and welfare program to employees, family members and domestic partners. Employees are eligible for benefits coverage the first of the month following 30 days of employment. We offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) and Commuter Transit Programs
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Group Term Life
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid holidays
• Personalized PTO
• 401 (k)

Compensation range: A starting base salary in the $70,000 to $80,000 range, depending on the candidate's experience. This position is also eligible for additional incentive compensation that is performance based.

*A wide salary range is posted for this position, and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the required state pay transparency law. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. There is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

Patriot Growth Insurance Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Patriot makes its hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO and DE&I Policy located on our website at www.patriotgis.com.