Insurance apprentice

Next Employment Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Employment Ltd is seeking an entry-level Insurance Administration Assistant based in Cheltenham. You will begin with a blend of classroom learning and on-the-job training to build the foundations of underwriting support, document creation and data handling.

You will work under supervision while progressing toward the Cert CII qualification within an 18–24 month apprenticeship, developing key skills in information management, compliance, and professional communication.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 5 or above.
• Commitment to studying and achieving the Cert CII within 18-24 months via level 3 apprenticeship.
• Ability to analyse information and follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions with guidance.

Responsibilities

• Document Creation: complete standard document templates with accuracy.
• Data Entry: view, enter, amend, update and submit data accurately.
• Managing Information: create and maintain electronic and paper files.
• Departmental Reports: review and update reports and take appropriate action.
• Reconciliation and cash allocation.
• Creation of Statements and Payments.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Learning mindset

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Cert CII apprenticeship

Tools

Office software

Job description

This role is suitable for someone starting their working career or you may have some previous work experience within the insurance sector or in an unrelated industry.

You will have a combination of formal and on the job learning and you will develop your skills and understanding of the role through familiarisation and application of company policies and their departmental procedures. There are opportunities within the business for people with the right skills, behaviours and attitude to build their career and achieve their aspirations.

You will be supported to achieve professional qualifications with the Chartered Institute of Insurance to become Cert CII qualified.

Responsibilities

Document Creation

Complete standard document templates for distribution both internally and externally without errors.

Data Entry

Fully and accurately view, enter, amend, update, and submit data, on and to:

Managing Information

Create and maintain electronic and paper files:

Departmental Reports

Review and update departmental reports taking action as appropriate:

Reconciliation and cash allocation

Creation of Statements

Creation of Payments

You will need

• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade 5 or above (or equivalent).
• Commitment to studying and achieving the Cert CII (usually via the level 3 apprenticeship route) within an 18-24 month period.
• Ability to analyse and identify key information.
• Ability to problem solve using knowledge of policies and procedures.
• Decision making.
• Problem solving.
• Able to work under guidance rather than close supervision.