Facultative Reissurance Administrative Assistant - french speaker

WTW; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development

Global exposure

Work-life balance

Job summary

WTW is seeking a driven finance professional to support accounting activities at our Lisbon-based Regional Delivery Center. You will review ledgers, reconcile statements, and liaise with clients and carriers to resolve payment issues while ensuring compliance with SOPs and statutory requirements.

The role emphasizes strong English and French language skills, advanced MS Office 365 proficiency, and a collaborative, results-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting/finance background is preferred.
• English and French at least B2; French at C1 preferred.
• Advanced MS Office 365 skills.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry is preferred.
• Strong time management, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review ledgers to identify items payable to carriers, clients, sub-brokers, and other entities.
• Provide payment backups to payees for application of funds.
• Reconcile carrier statements with WTW's books of accounts.
• Liaise with client managers and carriers to address payment issues and discrepancies.
• Review open ledgers and perform small balance write-offs per guidelines.
• Manage clearance of uncashed/uncleared checks and respond to queries promptly.
• Follow SOPs and client/carrier specifications respecting statutory requirements.
• Assist with intercompany reconciliation with other WTW locations.
• Book commissions against relevant clients/policies from insurer documentation.
• Collaborate with client managers and insurers to resolve discrepancies and unallocated cash.

Skills

Accounting experience

English and French

MS Office 365

Insurance knowledge

Time management

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Team player

Analytical skills

Job description

Description

About Us

WTW is an award-winning advisory, broking, and solutions company that supports clients worldwide in transforming risk into opportunities for growth. With a rich insurance heritage dating back to 1828, from the Titanic in 1912 to the Moon Buggy in 1971, WTW brings deep industry expertise and longstanding experience. Our WTW Regional Delivery Center, based in the heart of Lisbon, brings together a strong global team of more than 400 colleagues who deliver operational excellence every day through innovation and streamlined, efficient solutions.

The Opportunity

From day one, you will be assigned your own responsibilities, providing exposure to client assignments and enabling you to build valuable experience and skills. You will have the opportunity to gain insight into different aspects of our business, developing a solid understanding of what we do and how we do it.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing ledgers to identify items payable to carriers, clients, sub-brokers, and other entities.
• Providing payment backups to payees for the application of funds.
• Reconciling carrier statements with WTW's books of accounts.
• Liaising with client managers and carriers to address payment issues, reconciliation discrepancies, and unallocated cash.
• Reviewing open ledgers and performing small balance write-offs, offsets, etc., as per accounting guidelines.
• Managing the clearance of uncashed/uncleared checks.
• Responding to queries, requests, and corrections in a timely and effective manner.
• Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and client/carrier specifications, and ensuring adherence to all statutory requirements.
• Handling intercompany reconciliation by liaising with other WTW locations.
• Booking commissions against relevant clients/policies in the system based on documentation received from insurance companies.
• Collaborating with client managers and insurance companies to resolve discrepancies and unallocated cash.
• Ensuring timely clearance of return commissions to insurance companies to avoid potential penalties.
• Adhering to procedures, client/insurance company specifications, and statutory requirements.
• Providing support for claims-related activities.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

We are looking for a highly driven individual with strong interpersonal skills, eager to join a large and dynamic organization.

• Relevant experience in Accounting/Finance background is preferred.
• Business fluency in English and proficiency in French, with a minimum B2 level, and C1 level preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills
• Knowledge of the insurance industry is preferred.
• Excellent time management skills, with a respect for deadlines.
• Logical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• A strong team player with a collaborative spirit.
• Analytical skills and a good sense of organization.

Why WTW?

At WTW, we offer more than just a job-we offer a career. Here's what you can expect:

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working options to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive Compensation: Benefit from an attractive, performance-related remuneration system.
• Global Exposure: Join an international consultancy with the security of a global corporation and renowned clients.
• Career Development: Experience a steep learning curve and ample opportunities for individual career growth through on-the-job learning and specialist training.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a collegial, appreciative, and dynamic environment where decisions are made together.
• Impactful Work: Quickly take on responsibility and make an impact with direct customer contact.
• Community and Celebration: Participate in corporate events and celebrate our successes together.

Join Us!

Be part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and collaboration. At WTW, your career is more than just a job it's a journey.

Willis Towers Watson is an equal opportunity employer.