Account executive in reinsurance

WTW; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Group income protection

Defined contribution pension (matched

Hybrid working options

Volunteer day

Job summary

WTW is seeking a full-time Account Executive to support the growth of its Direct and Facultative offering across Property and Casualty (Re)Insurance. You will work with brokers, prepare submissions, and navigate London Market processes, while delivering tailored client service and revenue growth across a portfolio of large placements.

You will collaborate with US colleagues, manage renewals, and strengthen relationships with clients and markets.

Qualifications

• Degree level education or comparable industry experience.
• Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Relevant insurance industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support brokers in the negotiation and placement of complex liability insurance programs.
• Prepare underwriting submissions for distribution to London insurers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of London Market Reform Contracts incl. quote, binder, policy review.
• Undertake renewal market presentations/negotiations; make recommendations.
• Optimize revenue from new and existing clients through placement support and markets.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospects; grow relationships with US teams.
• Ensure compliant processing of contracts per FCA and contract certainty requirements.

Skills

Relationship building

Client facing

Negotiation

Problem solving

Planning

Numeracy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Описание:

We are currently seeking a full-time Account Executive to help continue build out of our offering within Direct and Facultative. The successful candidate will work across both Property and Casualty (Re)Insurance lines and will support an existing team that handles an existing portfolio of material sized placements.

Задачи:

Support brokers in the negotiation and placement of complex liability insurance programs on behalf of clients In coordination with US colleagues, prepare underwriting submissions for distribution to London insurers Demonstrate good knowledge and understanding of London Market Reform Contracts including quote, binder, and policy review Undertake renewal market presentations/negotiations and make appropriate recommendations Optimise revenue from new and existing clients through effective management of placement support functions, facilities and markets for the specific client segment of the business Ensure transparency of agency and other commitments made to carriers and clients Ensure compliant processing of contracts as per FCA and contract certainty requirements Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospects Actively preserve and grow relationships with US retail network and client servicing teams to provide coordinated client service Respond quickly and accurately to ad hoc client service requirements and new business introductions Actively identify opportunities to work with colleagues across the business to capitalise on account penetration and cross selling opportunities Understand our clients’ business and risk management needs and deliver tailored solutions through exceptional service Develop strong relationships with clients and internal partners Manage changes in client circumstances to ensure that the cover provided matches their needs Where a client’s needs cross over into other WTW specialties, liaise internally to ensure that WTW maintains a consistent approach Understand, apply and explain the business unit policies and procedures Provide technical, industry, and subject matter expertise where required Always operate within the business’s policies and procedures Communicate effectively with clients, markets, and others to maximise service delivery level Develop good knowledge of all internal WTW and industry systems maintaining and ensuring all internal metrics are met Liaise with offshore processing centres to ensure timely premium payment flow Support peer Account Executives and Brokers through timely administration of client accounts

Требования:

A proactive, fast learner who can execute in a team environment A strong relationship builder who is comfortable in a client facing role Solutions driven with an ability to own / manage various processes Detail oriented and able to manage competing timelines Relevant insurance industry experience (preferred) Degree level education or comparable industry experience Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills Strong skills in problem solving, planning, and numeracy

Условия:

Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company. We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more.