Commercial Account Handler (s) Job Details
Vacancy has expired
Job Ref:
101332122
Industry: Banking, Insurance, Finance
Region/County: Unspecified
Salary: £25000 - £35000/annum Inc Commission
Post Date: 17/02/2012
Job Description: Our Client is an expanding insurance broker Kent. Employing around 50 staff and specialize in niche motor insurance. They appear on many of the price comparison sites for car and home insurance such as 'Go Compare' and 'Moneysupermarket'. They are looking for committed individuals with an interest in insurance to join our lively team. We offer ongoing in house training, leading to a formally recognized insurance qualification although no previous insurance experience is required. Duties Responding to enquiries from prospects, clients, brokers and underwriters received in any format (phone, email etc) in a courteous and helpful manner and ensure that all information required by clients or underwriters is obtained and communicated. Completing the key task of "fact finding" to identify clients requirements and to provide a quotation to fulfil their needs. Maintaining an accurate record of the assessment of the clients awareness of risk and insurance as well as their circumstances and objectives. Using the information gathered, determine which insurers will provide the most competitive rates for the covers required. Obtaining quotations using quotations system, rating guides or by referring to insurers. Communicate quotations, advising the most appropriate in terms of price and cover to meet the applicant's needs Discussing any additional covers to ensure that all the insurance requirements are satisfied. Carefully checking new business documentation received from insurers and pass to Administration department for processing. Ensuring that paper files and system records are created for new business and updated following all client contacts. Chasing and receiving payments by cheque, credit card and debit card for new business Responding to enquiries from clients, brokers and underwriters received by phone, letter, email or fax and ensuring that all information required by clients or underwriters is obtained and communicated. Issuing invoices and policy documents and updating client records Providing a focused and friendly service to all customers and prospects providing quotations and assisting with queries, taking messages where appropriate. Processing incoming and dispatching outgoing mail. Working normal office hours for 3 out of 4 weeks (9.00 - 17.30 Monday to Friday), plus 1 week of 'lates' (11.30 - 20.00), during your week of 'lates' you will be required to work Saturday 9.00-16.00). Who are we looking for? You will be an enthusiastic, highly motivated team player looking for a career with an organisation that gives you the opportunity to develop and grow personally. You will be a career orientated individual. In addition, you will possess: *Energy, Outgoing & Confident with strong communications skills. *A commitment to service and customer orientation. *Proven commercial insurance experience *Effective IT/ PC skills. *Excellent telephone manner. *The ability to quickly and accurately enter information, produce documentation, and supply information. *Good numeric skills and capable of multi tasking. Benefits on offer Candidates can generally expect to earn in the region of £25-35K per annum with commission but there is no upper limit 20 days holiday a year, Company Pension Scheme - 3% contributory (upon completion of a satisfactory 6 month probation period) Free company car park Discounted insurance Good personal development opportunities THIS IS NOT AN ACCOUNTS ROLE BUT A BROKING ROLE IN COMMERCIAL INSURANCE AND REQUIRES 2-4 YEARS COMMERCIAL BROKING EXPERIENCE To apply for these role please contact Halmer speak to Francesca or Charlotte
Industry: Banking, Insurance, Finance
Region/County: Unspecified
Salary: £25000 - £35000/annum Inc Commission
Post Date: 17/02/2012
Job Description: Our Client is an expanding insurance broker Kent. Employing around 50 staff and specialize in niche motor insurance. They appear on many of the price comparison sites for car and home insurance such as 'Go Compare' and 'Moneysupermarket'. They are looking for committed individuals with an interest in insurance to join our lively team. We offer ongoing in house training, leading to a formally recognized insurance qualification although no previous insurance experience is required. Duties Responding to enquiries from prospects, clients, brokers and underwriters received in any format (phone, email etc) in a courteous and helpful manner and ensure that all information required by clients or underwriters is obtained and communicated. Completing the key task of "fact finding" to identify clients requirements and to provide a quotation to fulfil their needs. Maintaining an accurate record of the assessment of the clients awareness of risk and insurance as well as their circumstances and objectives. Using the information gathered, determine which insurers will provide the most competitive rates for the covers required. Obtaining quotations using quotations system, rating guides or by referring to insurers. Communicate quotations, advising the most appropriate in terms of price and cover to meet the applicant's needs Discussing any additional covers to ensure that all the insurance requirements are satisfied. Carefully checking new business documentation received from insurers and pass to Administration department for processing. Ensuring that paper files and system records are created for new business and updated following all client contacts. Chasing and receiving payments by cheque, credit card and debit card for new business Responding to enquiries from clients, brokers and underwriters received by phone, letter, email or fax and ensuring that all information required by clients or underwriters is obtained and communicated. Issuing invoices and policy documents and updating client records Providing a focused and friendly service to all customers and prospects providing quotations and assisting with queries, taking messages where appropriate. Processing incoming and dispatching outgoing mail. Working normal office hours for 3 out of 4 weeks (9.00 - 17.30 Monday to Friday), plus 1 week of 'lates' (11.30 - 20.00), during your week of 'lates' you will be required to work Saturday 9.00-16.00). Who are we looking for? You will be an enthusiastic, highly motivated team player looking for a career with an organisation that gives you the opportunity to develop and grow personally. You will be a career orientated individual. In addition, you will possess: *Energy, Outgoing & Confident with strong communications skills. *A commitment to service and customer orientation. *Proven commercial insurance experience *Effective IT/ PC skills. *Excellent telephone manner. *The ability to quickly and accurately enter information, produce documentation, and supply information. *Good numeric skills and capable of multi tasking. Benefits on offer Candidates can generally expect to earn in the region of £25-35K per annum with commission but there is no upper limit 20 days holiday a year, Company Pension Scheme - 3% contributory (upon completion of a satisfactory 6 month probation period) Free company car park Discounted insurance Good personal development opportunities THIS IS NOT AN ACCOUNTS ROLE BUT A BROKING ROLE IN COMMERCIAL INSURANCE AND REQUIRES 2-4 YEARS COMMERCIAL BROKING EXPERIENCE To apply for these role please contact Halmer speak to Francesca or Charlotte
