Job Description

Title: Real Estate & Construction Account Handler

Location: Leicester / Birmingham

Salary: Negotiable + Benefits

Overview:

We are currently looking for an experienced Commercial Account Handler to join the professional and welcoming Real Estate and Construction team based out of the Leicester / Birmingham office.

The position will require servicing of existing Real Estate and Construction client accounts within the renewals process, including quotations, renewal administration, preparation of presentations to insurers, negotiating premiums with underwriters, processing adjustments and preparing client reports and other documentation.

This is a good long term opportunity that will suit an experienced Account Handler looking for the next step or to take on more specialised sector responsibilities.

The day to day:

Work closely with Account Executives and Directors to provide highest standard service to customers. Secure and arrange appropriate cover at renewal at a competitive premium, completing all relevant documentation/computer work and hand over to relevant Account Executive/Director (if an allocated case). Take instructions relating to the provision of insurance cover from clients and Account Executives when appropriate. Give instructions to insurers. Ensure mid-term adjustments and declarations are processed and records updated. Maintain appropriate rating spreadsheets, calculate additional and return premiums and understand competitive market rating. Handle the invoicing of all premiums due. Check all documentation (ie, policies and endorsements) for accuracy prior to sending to client. Obtain quotations for any relevant new policies/renewals. Deal with any other client issues that may arise, referring to the appropriate person when the enquiry falls outside your own knowledge and experience. Carry out all duties and processes in accordance with the Rules of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and any other applicable Codes of Practice.

What's on offer:

Competitive/Negotiable salary package & additional benefits Joint Pension contribution scheme Private Medical Scheme Transport assistance

Your Experience:

Knowledge of UK commercial insurance broking, market practice and technical matters. Classes of business offered by the Real Estate and Construction Division with reference to appropriate experts when the cover falls outside your own experience. Strong team player, who will work closely with immediate team and other colleagues and stakeholders. Sophisticated negotiating and influencing skills. Outstanding communication and presentation skills. Behaviour that inspires the trust and respect of team mates and key stakeholders. Committed to continuous improvement and to adopting new working practices to raise standards of quality and efficiency. Self-motivated and driven.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Life insurance Private medical insurance Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leicester LE1 1QH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

insurance broking: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person