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Account Handler

Vermelo RPO
Posted 14 hours ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Pontefract, West Yorkshire WF76BB, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Account Handler position involves providing quotations for new business, renewals, and existing policies while ensuring sales and retention targets are met.
  • Candidates should have experience in a broking or underwriting environment, with strong communication skills to explain complex insurance terms clearly.
  • The role requires a thorough understanding of the UK insurance market, along with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently and handle customer queries effectively.
  • A Cert CII qualification is considered a plus, and the role acts as a referral point for trainees in the branch.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, and candidates should ideally have at least 2-3 years of relevant experience.

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, able to explain complex insurance terms clearly to clients and insurers.
  • In-depth understanding of the UK insurance market, including trends, risks, and regulations.
  • Skilled at assessing diverse client needs, industry risks, and business goals.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks efficiently.
  • Positive, enthusiastic, and motivating in your approach to work.
  • Experience in a broking or underwriting environment.
  • Cert CII qualification is a plus.

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