Job Description:
Position Overview
The Sr. Administrative Associate performs diverse administrative duties in the field office, following established routines under general supervision. This role requires a working knowledge of insurance and securities products, office and company policies and procedures to support field manager and financial professionals in their sales and marketing operation.
We’ve embraced a flexible, hybrid approach to work. Based on your role and personal preference, we empower you to choose where you work best. This model allows you to balance your life and bring your whole self to work.
Responsibilities
- Processes all new business to include: review of applications and forms for accuracy; electronic submission of applications; ordering requirements, electronic follow-up on all pending cases until completion.
- Provides new business updates and reports to Financial Professionals and Field Manager on pre issue and post issue requirements via voicemail, email or fax.
- Builds strong relationships with Home Office, Underwriting, HTK, and other 3rd party administrators in order to handle underwriting and securities issues.
- Prepares basic illustrations as needed
- Provides excellent and proactive service to financial professionals and policyholders
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to interact with field staff, financial professionals and home office employees
- Consistently meets deadlines
- Ability to make a positive contribution as demonstrated by learning new skills and making suggestions for process/procedure improvement.
- Ability to build strong working relationships and work with others in a collaborative team environment.
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required
Experience
- 3-5 Years of insurance/securities or relevant outside experience Required
Licenses
- FINRA Series 6 Preferred or
- FINRA Series 7 Preferred
All Penn Mutual employees exemplify our Shared Commitment:
Doing what’s right today, together, for the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
The feelings are mutual: Care. Respect. Belonging.
Penn Mutual is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We provide employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and associates, according to applicable laws. This is reflected in our practices for hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment, compensation, selection or training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. All employment-related decisions and practices are free from unlawful discrimination. This includes: race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership or civil union status, marital status, genetic information, disability, religious observance or practice, liability, veteran status or any other classification protected under applicable law. Leaders may, at their discretion, change the responsibilities in this position description at any time due to reasonable accommodation and/or other business reasons.
About the Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company
Penn Mutual helps people become stronger. Our expertly crafted life insurance is vital to long-term financial health and strengthens people’s ability to enjoy every day. Working with our trusted network of financial professionals, we take the long view, building customized solutions for individuals, their families, and their businesses. We support our financial professionals with retirement and investment services through our wholly owned subsidiary, Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC.
For HTK ONLY:
About HTK
Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC (HTK) is a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser supporting independent financial professionals across the U.S. For more than 50 years, HTK has been the trusted partner supporting financial professionals on their path to success. HTK is committed to offering its financial professionals the independence to build their practice their way through the delivery of a flexible platform, leading solutions and personalized service. Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC (HTK) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company. Member FINRA/SIPC. Visit www.htk.com.
For PMAM ONLY:
About Penn Mutual Asset Management
Penn Mutual Asset Management is a registered investment adviser and wholly owned subsidiary of The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company. Penn Mutual Asset Management is dedicated to creating value through a prudent, thoughtful, and rigorous investment decision-making process. We tailor our proven approach to generate solid risk-adjusted returns that result in consistent earnings, while balancing the need for capital preservation to achieve each client’s strategy and goals.
Base Salary: $50,000- $62,000
For over 175 years, Penn Mutual has empowered individuals, families and businesses on the journey to achieve their financial goals. Through our partnership with Financial Professionals across the U.S., we help instill the confidence and reliability that comes from a stronger financial future. Penn Mutual and its affiliates offer a comprehensive suite of competitive products and services to meet the unique needs of Financial Professionals and their clients, including life insurance, annuities, wealth management and institutional asset management. To learn more, including current financial strength ratings, visit www.pennmutual.com.
Penn Mutual is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We provide employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and associates, according to applicable laws. This is reflected in our practices for hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment, compensation, selection or training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. All employment-related decisions and practices are free from unlawful discrimination. This includes: race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship age, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership or civil union status, marital status, genetic information, disability, religious observance or practice, liability, veteran status or any other classification protected under applicable law.
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