Account Handler
JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team. We are a vibrant and independent insurance broker with ambitious growth plans. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a unique company that is flexible and believes in promoting the welfare of its employees.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not restricted to:
- Effectively manage customers enquires and queries through a variety of communication channels.
- Obtain and provide quotations, administer mid-term adjustments, and manage new and renewed policies.
- Use all relevant information to maximise opportunities to cross sell and up sell insurance products.
- Actively seek new clients through prospecting, networking, and lead generation. (The predominant book of business is Healthcare with an element of all trades /policies)
- Monitor social media platforms – whatsapp, linkedin, facebook etc for incoming leads (successful candidate will be trained).
- Occasionally, attending client meetings (big clients) – pre renewal and renewal.
- Occasionally, attend social and business events / conferences (we get most of our leads from these)
- Operate within own area of accountability, proactively escalating issues and seeking guidance.
- Understand business issues and recommend solutions to improve.
- Commit to and demonstrate own personal development
- Adhere to deadlines and manage expectations accordingly
- Deal with inquiries from clients, insurers, and third parties professionally and promptly.
- Ensure Compliance With FCA And Other Regulatory Requirements.
Attitude and assumptions
- Building relationships with internal and external customers
- Communicating and interacting effectively with people at all levels
- Establishing and maintaining quality standards in respect of accuracy of information
- Delivering right first time service excellence
- Ensuring adherence to policies and procedures and legislative requirements
KNOWLEDGE
- Desirable- Cert CII.
- Essential – Acturis experience
- Desirable – Dip CII
EXPERIENCE
- At least 2 years commercial insurance experience.
SKILLS
- Excellent communication skills.
- Works on own initiative.
- Knowledge of the insurance market would be ideal, however training will be provided
- Experience of achieving targets and goals.
Our employee benefits include:
- Flexible working
- Funded training and examination support
- Generous Holiday Entitlement (we will even give you half a day off on your birthday)
Location: Leicester | Salary: 30000 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 17/02/2025