Account Executive (Insurance Broker)

Marsh; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Marsh Risk in Melbourne is seeking an Account Executive to support construction clients, working closely with senior brokers and underwriters to deliver insurance solutions. This hybrid role requires three days per week in the office, with the balance supported remotely as needed.

You will help prepare client proposals, renewals and endorsements, maintain documentation and risk presentations, and build insurer relationships while contributing to growth and retention within the BRIC team.

Qualifications

• Experience in insurance, construction, risk, or related professional services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercial mindset with ability to learn technical insurance language.

Responsibilities

• Support senior brokers in client proposals, insurance programs and tender submissions.
• Assist with policy placement, renewals and endorsements across contract works, liability, plant & equipment, and PI where applicable.
• Prepare and maintain client documentation, coverage summaries and risk presentations.
• Liaise with clients, underwriters and internal teams to gather information and resolve queries.
• Assist with claims notifications and support claims management activities.
• Conduct market research and maintain insurer relationships.
• Maintain data in CRM (MPower) and other systems.
• Participate in client meetings and site visits as required.

Skills

Insurance industry experience

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Client-focused

Microsoft Office

Tools

MPower CRM

Quoting tools

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our BRIC Builders team at Marsh Risk. This role will be based in Melbourne office. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

In this role you will be responsible for contributing to business growth objectives of Bovill Risk & Insurance Consultants Pty Ltd Group by development of new business and retention of existing business, specifically in nominated accounts within the BRIC team.

As an Account Executive you will work closely with senior brokers and underwriters to support delivery of insurance solutions for construction clients (builders, contractors, developers).

We will count on you to:

• Support senior brokers in preparing client proposals, insurance programs and tender submissions for construction projects.
• Assist with policy placement, renewals and endorsements across contract works, liability, plant & equipment, and professional indemnity where applicable.
• Prepare and maintain client documentation, coverage summaries and risk presentations.
• Liaise with clients, underwriters and internal teams to gather information and resolve queries.
• Assist with claims notifications and support claims management activities.
• Conduct market research, identify suitable insurers and maintain insurer relationships.
• Help develop and maintain accurate data in CRM (MPower) and other systems.
• Participate in client meetings and site visits as required.
• Support the BRIC team with the domestic building insurance portfolio

What you need to have:

• Ideally someone with work experience in insurance, construction, risk, or a related professional services role — internships or work placements are valuable.
• Strong attention to detail and good written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to learn technical insurance language quickly.
• Proactive, client-focused and able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and willing to learn Marsh systems (CRM, quoting tools).

What makes you stand out:

• Proven client service excellence with a focus on delivering technical, strategic, and consultative support.
• Strong adaptability to change, with an understanding of environmental, financial, and regulatory factors affecting clients.
• Exceptional communication skills for effective engagement with stakeholders.
• Exposure to construction contracts, project documentation or on-site experience.
• Knowledge of contract works (CAR/EAR), public/product liability, and construction-specific risks.
• Motivated to pursue industry accreditation (e.g., ANZIIF) — Marsh supports professional development.

Why join our team:

• Structured training, mentoring and a clear career progression path within Marsh and the Builders practice.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to high-profile construction projects and market-leading insurers.
• Collaborative team environment and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

ABOUT MARSH:

Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applications will only be considered from candidates who have the appropriate approval to work in Australia. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal & Bankruptcy check prior to commencing of employment.

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.