Commercial Account Handler

The People Pod; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent insurance brokerage in Bolton is seeking a Commercial Account Handler to manage client portfolios and provide expert advice. The role requires at least 2 years of experience in commercial insurance, attention to detail, and superb communication skills. Join a company committed to professional development and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £35,000

Enhanced pension contributions

Private Medical Insurance

Life assurance

25 days annual leave plus extra time off at Christmas

Modern office environment

Free on-site parking

Support towards professional qualifications

Regular company socials

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Commercial Insurance.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial insurance.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire insurance life cycle for a client portfolio.
• Provide expert advice and grow client relationships.
• Underwrite risks within delegated authority.

Skills

Experience in Commercial Insurance

Technical knowledge of commercial insurance

Communication and client services skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Commercial Account Handler | Bolton | £30K - £35K

Are you ready to work for one of the most progressive independent Insurers Brokerages in the North West?

This multi award-winning, independent Insurance Broker is a true success story of the industry across the region, recognised for industry achievements and for outstanding contributions to the local community, DE&I, and its support of commercial clients across the North West. They operate one of the leading specialist schemes in the country and have grown through organic growth and acquisitions. They are looking to enhance their team with the addition of an Account Handler.

Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of a client portfolio, managing the entire insurance life cycle from new business enquiries, mid-term adjustments and renewals.
• Provide first-class client services, expert advice, and manage and grow relationships.
• Develop a strong understanding of your clients’ business, requirements and risks.
• Underwriting risks within our delegated authority.
• Dealing with day-to-day general customer enquiries from both clients and insurers.

About You

• At least 2 years+ of experience in Commercial Insurance as either an Account Handler or Broker is essential; people with a background in Underwriting who wish to transition to Account Handling will also be considered.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial insurance.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Superb communication and client services skills.
• Positive and enthusiastic personality, wanting to contribute to the company culture.
• Open-mindedness to learn new skills and continuous development.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £35,000
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service), plus extra time off at Christmas that does not come from your entitlement
• Fantastic modern offices equipped with their own bar
• Free on-site parking
• Full support towards professional qualifications (CII etc.)
• Regular company socials
• A company truly invested in its people

If you’re a Commercial Insurance professional who is looking for a company that can offer you the chance to work with fantastic clients, a progressive environment, and an opportunity to continuously enhance and develop your professional skills with a supportive team, apply today.