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Account Handler

Gerrard White
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH13EG, Scotland

Salary

£25,000 - £40,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Life Insurance
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  • The position of Account Handler is available in Wakefield, Edinburgh, and Colchester, offering a competitive salary between £25,000 and £40,000.
  • Candidates should have experience in broking or underwriting, with a Cert CII qualification being a plus.
  • The role involves providing quotations for new business, existing business, and renewals while ensuring efficient communication with clients.
  • Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a pension plan, health assistance programs, and life assurance.
  • This is a full-time position with a Monday to Friday schedule, totaling 35 hours per week.
Account Handler
Locations:Wakefield, Edinburgh, Colchester,
Perks of the Role.
  • Fantastic salary: 25,000- 40,000
  • Monday-Friday only. 35 hours per week
  • Amazing team environment
  • 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Pension
  • Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Company Funded Health shield Cash plan.
  • Life Assurance
If you are an insurance individual or looking to change careers and move into the commercial Insurance industry, then join our team as an Account Handler!

As an Account Handler, you will provide quotations for New Business, Existing Business and Renewals to assist the Branch and be a referral point for the Trainees. The role requires dealing with clients in the branch, over the phone and via e-mail to ensure sales and retention targets are maximised, through the provision of efficient communication & negotiation skills.
You will:
  • Provide top-notch customer service, efficiently handling new business, renewals, and existing policies for Clegg Gifford.
  • Master the processes for quoting and recommending the right products to meet client needs.
  • Present clear, fair, and accurate product info to help clients make informed decisions.
  • Calculate premiums according to carrier guidelines or collaborate with insurers for non-delegated business.
  • Keep detailed, accurate records of all customer interactions.
  • Spot complaints and escalate them to the appropriate handler.
  • Address queries via email, phone, and in person, ensuring all SLAs are met.
  • Act as a referral point for trainees in the branch.
  • Ensure full compliance, including treating customers fairly and contract certainty.
  • Attend client meetings when necessary.
  • Help achieve business goals by identifying opportunities and upselling.
About You
  • Strong communicator with the ability to simplify complex insurance terms.
  • Knowledge of the UK insurance market, including trends and regulations.
  • Organised and driven to meet targets in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in broking or underwriting (Cert CII qualification is a plus).
  • Positive, enthusiastic, and team-oriented approach.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a dynamic team where your skills drive success, with opportunities to grow your career in the insurance industry.

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