Commercial Account Handler

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

Job summary

A leading independent insurance brokerage located in Lancashire seeks an experienced Commercial Account Handler. The role involves managing a client portfolio, providing expert advice, and underwriting risks. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in commercial insurance and a strong understanding of the industry. This position offers a competitive salary, enhanced benefits, and a supportive company culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary of up to £35,000

Enhanced pension contributions

Private Medical Insurance

Life assurance

25 days annual leave plus extra time off at Christmas

Modern offices equipped with a bar

Free on-site parking

Support towards professional qualifications

Regular company socials

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Commercial Insurance as an Account Handler or Broker.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial insurance is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and superb communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio, handling the insurance life cycle.
• Provide client services and expert advice.
• Underwrite risks within delegated authority.

Skills

Experience in Commercial Insurance

Technical knowledge of commercial insurance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Client service skills

Enthusiastic personality

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.