Commercial Account Handler

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

Job summary

A progressive independent Insurance Brokerage in Bolton is seeking an experienced Account Handler. You will manage a portfolio of commercial clients, providing expert service and advice. Required skills include strong commercial insurance knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and superb communication abilities. The role offers a competitive salary, enhanced pension contributions, and support for professional qualifications. Apply today to join a dynamic and supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced pension contributions

Private Medical Insurance

Life assurance

25 days annual leave + extra at Christmas

Modern offices with bar

Free on-site parking

Support for professional qualifications

Regular company socials

Qualifications

• At least 2 years+ of experience in Commercial Insurance as an Account Handler or Broker.
• Open-mindedness to learn new skills and continuous development.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a client portfolio, managing the insurance life cycle.
• Provide expert advice and manage client relationships.
• Develop understanding of client businesses and their risks.
• Underwrite risks within delegated authority.
• Handle general customer enquiries from clients and insurers.

Skills

Experience in Commercial Insurance

Technical knowledge of commercial insurance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Client service skills

Positive personality

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Description

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 one of the true success stories of the industry across the region being wildly recognised not only for their industry achievements but also for their outstanding contributions to the local community, young people and DE&I. They operate one of the leading specialist schemes in the country, in addition to supporting a wide range of commercial clients across the North West. They have enjoyed consistent organic growth alongside strategic acquisitions and are looking to further enhance their team with the addition of an Account Handler.

The Role

As an Account Handler, you will be working within a team dedicated to some of the businesses largest clients, taking responsibility for your own book of clients and working in close collaboration with the Senior Management and Directors. This role also involves an element of underwriting within a delegated authority, so requires excellent judgement. Your responsibilities will include :

• 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 managing and growing relationships.
• Develop a strong understanding of your clients business, their requirements and their 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 with to make the 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 fantastic 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 its own bar!
• Free on-site parking
• Full support towards professional qualifications (CII etc.)
• Regular company socials
• A company who is 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 some fantastic clients, a company that is truly progressive, and that offers you the chance to continuously enhance and develop your professional skills with a fun and supportive team, then don't hesitate and apply today.