What must an insurer file to appoint a producer?

For an insurer to officially appoint a producer, it must file a notice of appointment with the state’s insurance department. This document serves as a formal notification that the insurer has chosen to authorize an individual (the producer) to act on its behalf in selling its insurance products. The notice includes essential details such as the producer’s information and identifies the types of insurance they are authorized to sell.

This process is important because it provides regulatory oversight and helps to ensure that all parties involved are operating within the bounds of the law. It also protects consumers by ensuring that producers are properly licensed and recognized by the insurer they represent.

The other options listed do not fulfill this requirement. A contract of employment, while possibly relevant to the relationship between the producer and insurer, is not a mandated document for appointment. A license renewal application pertains to the producer maintaining their license rather than the appointment itself, and a certification of training relates to the producer's qualifications but does not serve as formal notice of their appointment.