Commercial Account Handler

TN United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Commercial Account Handler to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will foster strong relationships with a diverse client base, from sole traders to executives of large organizations. Your attention to detail will be crucial in reviewing documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for career progression and professional development in the insurance sector. With a supportive environment and a commitment to rewarding hard work, you will play a key role in driving positive change and delivering exceptional service to clients.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance up to 4x salary

Income protection for up to 5 years

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare Cashplan

Gym membership discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Discounted personal health policies

Commission-free insurance products

High-street retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail for reviewing client documentation.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with new and existing clients, supporting the quoting process.
• Assist Commercial Account Executives in achieving high renewal retention.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Relationship Building

Data Processing

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Professional Qualifications in Insurance

Job description

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With a no limits approach, we can rise to any challenge. Whatever the question, the concern, or the risk, we can get the right people in a room and find the right answer. Our collective power is also helping us to change the insurance narrative - doing right by our clients while using insurance as a tool to build resilience for individuals, businesses and communities. From pro bono work to insuring COVID-19 vaccine development to de-risking the carbon market, we're using our skills, knowledge, and networks to make a difference and speed positive change in the world around us.

We are actively looking for a Commercial Account Handler to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. Our local Commercial team has grown rapidly over the last 14 years, now comprising over 200 people across the UK. In this role, you will be responsible for building rapport with new and existing clients, ranging from sole traders to MDs/CEOs of large organizations, working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.

About you:

• You will have strong attention to detail, reviewing client documentation to ensure information is comprehensive and accurate to support the quoting process.
• You must have the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, and external contacts to meet expectations and compliance standards.
• You will assist Commercial Account Executives in achieving high renewal retention, exceeding customer expectations, and meeting FCA requirements.
• You are willing to learn, as every day will be different. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as a Commercial Account Handler and to further your professional qualifications.
• You have the ability to process data promptly and accurately on relevant systems to support high levels of client service, internal process execution, and informed analysis.

Rewards:

• We believe that great work and dedication should be rewarded, which is why we offer:
• 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• A set of core benefits designed with your health and financial protection in mind:
• Life Assurance up to 4x salary, protecting your loved ones in case the worst should happen
• Income protection, guaranteeing an income for up to 5 years in case of illness or injury
• Contributory pension scheme - 5% employer and 5% employee contributions
• Access to a Healthcare Cashplan offering various health-related benefits

Additional lifestyle and financial benefits include:

• Discounts on gym memberships across the UK
• Salary sacrifice schemes such as Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase
• Access to discounted personal health policies including critical illness, private medical, and dental plans
• A range of insurance products available commission-free, including home, motor, travel, and specialist vehicles
• Access to numerous high-street retailer discounts