Client Facing Account Handler

Employment Specialists Ltd; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established regional broker is seeking a Commercial Account Handler in Ipswich. This hybrid role involves managing existing commercial insurance clients, negotiating renewals, and handling new business inquiries. The ideal candidate will have commercial insurance experience, excellent customer service skills, and strong relationship-building capabilities. Join a supportive team and enjoy career development opportunities with a diverse portfolio of local clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial insurance essential.
• Strong understanding of local market.
• Excellent customer service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of local business customers.
• Negotiate renewals with insurers.
• Handle claims notifications and liaise with the claims team.

Skills

Customer service

Relationship building

Work ethic

Calm under pressure

Education

Commercial insurance experience

Job description

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Join our expanding East Anglian Insurance Broking Client who works with local businesses. Due to growth, they’re seeking an experienced Commercial Account Handler to manage their growing portfolio of Regional Clients.

This is a true 360-degree position where you’ll manage existing Commercial Insurance Clients whilst also handling new business enquiries. You’ll be the main point of contact for local businesses, supporting them throughout their entire Insurance lifecycle.

Join our expanding East Anglian Insurance Broking Client who works with local businesses across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex. Due to growth, they're seeking an experienced Commercial Account Handler to manage their growing portfolio of Regional Clients.

About the Account Handler Role

This is a true 360-degree position where you'll manage existing Commercial Insurance Clients whilst also handling new business enquiries. You'll be the main point of contact for local businesses, supporting them throughout their entire Insurance lifecycle.

Working in a busy but supportive environment, you'll manage a diverse portfolio of regional Clients including local Retailers, Property Owners, Tradespeople and small Fleet operators across East Anglia.

Key Responsibilities as Commercial Account Handler

• Managing your own portfolio of local business customers
• Renewal negotiations with insurers
• Handling mid-term adjustments and changes in risk
• Claims notification and liaison (supported by dedicated claims team)
• Regular client contact and relationship building
• Occasional client visits across the local area
• Using specialist broking software and electronic trading platforms

Commercial Classes You'll Handle

• Small to medium commercial combined risks
• Local shops, offices and property owners
• Tradesman's liability for regional contractors
• Small fleet and goods vehicles
• Local business risks across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex

What You'll Bring as Commercial Account Handler

• Commercial insurance experience
• Excellent customer service skills and local market understanding
• Strong work ethic and ability to remain calm under pressure
• Relationship-building skills for face-to-face client interaction

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid working available (office and home-based)
• Occasional client visits across the local area
• Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
• Based in Ipswich with coverage across East Anglia

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established regional Broker with strong local client relationships and genuine career development prospects.

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