Account Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

An Account Manager in the insurance industry is responsible for managing relationships with specific clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring that the company's services meet those needs. They work closely with insurance agents and underwriters to develop insurance plans that suit their clients. Their duties may include creating and presenting proposals, managing claims, and monitoring the financial performance of accounts. Account Managers need to have in-depth knowledge of the insurance industry, policies, and regulations, along with excellent communication and negotiation skills.

A Bachelor's degree in business or a related field is often required for this role, and some employers may prefer those with a Master's degree. Certifications like the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR), or Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) can improve job prospects. Prior to becoming an Account Manager, one might work as an Insurance Sales Agent, Insurance Account Representative, or an Underwriter. These roles provide the necessary experience in managing insurance accounts, understanding client needs, and developing insurance plans.

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Danny Chung Insurance and Financial Services

Account Manager

What We’re Looking For: Experience: If you have a background in insurance sales or account management, that’s a huge plus!...

WAHVE

Commercial Lines Account Manager (Remote)

  • WAHVE
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • WAHVE
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago

TO BECOME A WORK-AT-HOME VINTAGE EXPERT, WE REQUIRE 25 years of full-time work experience 10 most current years of Commercial Lines Property & Casualty insurance experience BENEFITS OF BECOMING A WAHVE...

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Manager Insurance

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

C.H. Robinson is hiring a Manager Insurance! In this role, you will be responsible for the general, operational, financial, and administrative management of all cargo and legal liability claims...

Counselor Case Manager, Medical Detox

  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 hours ago

Benefits and Perks: LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these...

Oliver Wyman Actuarial - Senior Manager - Property & Casualty

  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 hours ago

The Property and Casualty Consulting Practice assists insurance companies, self-insured corporations, government entities and other organizations with all aspects of managing property and casualty insurance...

Account Executive, Verisk Marketing Solutions

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (16 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (16 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Verisk Businesses Underwriting Solutions provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision...

Sr Territory Manager, Business Development - Contract Surety (National Bond Center)

  • Rosemont, IL (13 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosemont, IL (13 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

If you're passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide's...

Case Manager- Remote

  • Downers Grove, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview RN Case Manager - Remote Full-Time, 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare...

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Account Executive, Enterprise Sales (Insurance/FinServ)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Title: Account Executive, Enterprise Sales Location: US (Remote) Reports To: Senior Director, Enterprise Sales As a Hitachi Solutions Account executive, you will be responsible for...

Associate Account Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: The Associate Account Managers primary duties include the day-to-day processing of new business, renewal business, and policy changes....

Senior Manager, Medicare Sales - Chicago, IL

  • Evanston, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Evanston, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first Are you passionate about the Medicare population, looking for a role in management with the ability to directly impact your own...

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IT Internal Controls Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Project manager - Sr. Business Process & Change Consultant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Project experience Process documentation and development experience (Visio) Change management experience Training experience Property and casualty insurance experience (5 or...

Account Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

We are passionate about our clients’ success in the areas of Employee Benefits, Property and Casualty Insurance, Retirement Plan Services, and Wealth Services....

Complex Claims Services Manager

  • Itasca, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Address member questions and concerns with claims handling through working with adjusters and claims account management; and, where appropriate, work with CRI vendor management....

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Salary for Account Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Account Managers in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.7%
Master's Degree
13.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Associate's Degree
11.8%
High School or GED
10.0%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Account Managers in Chicago, IL
None
43.2%
Less than 1 year
29.5%
1-2 years
9.5%
2-4 years
9.1%
4-6 years
8.6%


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