Commercial Insurance Broker

The People Pod; Bury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent insurance brokerage in Bury is seeking an experienced Commercial Insurance Broker to join their team. You will manage a portfolio of clients while developing new business opportunities. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in the insurance sector and strong knowledge of commercial insurance products. This position offers the opportunity for autonomy and long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in the insurance industry as a Commercial Account Handler, Broker, or Account Manager.
• Experience working with SME and Mid-Market clients essential.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial insurance products and services.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an existing portfolio and develop new clients.
• Provide tailored insurance solutions in collaboration with Senior Brokers.
• Handle administration of new contracts and renewals.

Skills

Customer service skills

Relationship-building skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Knowledge of commercial insurance products

Education

CII qualification or working towards

Tools

Acturis

Job description

The Company

A well-established independent insurance brokerage is seeking an experienced Commercial Insurance Broker to join their team in Bury and step into a readymade portfolio of clients. Known for their professional and impartial advisory based approach, they cater to SME, Mid-Market and Corporate Clients across a wide range of industry sectors, providing cross-class tailored insurance solutions. Having already grown through acquisition, the company have large growth plans with further acquisitions in the pipeline. The Commercial Insurance Broker will take over an existing portfolio of clients from day one, as well as looking to grow the book through cross-selling, up-selling and new business.

The Role

As a Commercial Insurance Broker, you will be maintaining an existing portfolio of clients as well as developing new clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Working with a portfolio of new and existing clients, in close collaboration with the team of Senior Brokers and Directors, to provide tailored insurance solutions.
• Providing comprehensive customer support and advice to meet the insurance needs of your clients.
• Developing a strong understanding of the clients' business and requirements, and their risks.
• Dealing with the processing and administration of new contracts, renewals and MTA's.
• Liaising and negotiating with underwriters to identify the most suitable insurance products for your clients.
• Working closely with Senior Brokers, Account Executives and Directors to develop a strong knowledge of commercial insurance products, and ensuring all recommendations are aligned to the client's needs.
• Handling day-to-day queries and enquiries from both clients and insurers.
• Providing outstanding customer service, developing lasting relationships.

About You

• A minimum of 3 years experience in the insurance industry as either a Commercial Account Handler, Commercial Broker, or Commercial Account Manager — essential.
• Experience and confidence of working with SME and Mid-Market clients.
• In-depth knowledge of multiple commercial insurance products and services across all lines.
• Working knowledge of Acturis.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills both in person and over the phone.
• CII qualification or working towards would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong PC skills.

If you're a Commercial Insurance professional looking for a role that will provide you with autonomy, accountability, stability and long-term opportunities this is the job for you.