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In this role, you will be responsible for providing outstanding client service and support to new and existing Real Estate clients. The team specialize in innovative risk solutions to a wide variety of organisations within the Real Estate arena - Property Owners, Investors, Operators, Managers and Developers - with property portfolios across the UK and Europe. No two days are the same and you will find a variety of new challenges and opportunities to get involved in, both during the renewal and mid-term lifecycles.
Account Handler - Real Estate Practice This is an excellent opportunity to join our Real Estate team as an Account Executive (Hybrid work style) based in our Ipswich office. In this role, you will be responsible for providing outstanding client service and support to new and existing Real Estate clients. The team specialise in innovative risk solutions to a wide variety of organisations within the Real Estate arena - Property Owners, Investors, Operators, Managers and Developers - with property portfolios across the UK and Europe. No two days are the same and you will find a variety of new challenges and opportunities to get involved in, both during the renewal and mid-term lifecycles. We are seeking candidates with a passion for client service and excellent communication skills. A basic grounding in general insurance would be useful, but proven administration skills and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications especially Excel will give you a great starting point. We now operate a Hybrid work style which enables you to work from the most appropriate location depending on what you have to do that day. We really enjoy our time in the office meeting clients and catching up with colleagues, but we also appreciate the days we choose to stay at home and work in a comfortable, quiet environment without that commute. The Role You will be responsible for delivery of outstanding client service and support for new and existing business within the Real Estate Practice. Day to day client service, answering queries received directly from clients, brokers and other third parties, communicating by voice as well as email including: Cover advice on scenarios applied across entire insurance portfolio Contract reviews Additions/deletions of cover Acquisitions/disposals Technical analysis, renewal strategy, coverage review and alternative programme design Data review, validation and manipulation Application of technical and client knowledge to full suite of documentation required to renew / place business within London Market (including Market Presentations, MRC, Endorsements etc.) post drafting Interpretation and review of quotations, to ensure fit for purpose and meet client demands/needs Negotiation of renewal terms/quotations and mid-term cover alterations Completion of Renewal Reports - applying both technical and bespoke client knowledge to finalise post drafting. Completion of summaries of insurance for all interested parties (client / managing agents / tenants / network) - applying both technical and client knowledge post drafting Attendance at key client and market meetings Working with clients, Insurers and overseas network to address and resolve technical and portfolio issues outside of renewal Liaison with other divisions/offices of WTW to provide portfolio management for renewal and mid-term requirements
What you'll bring
Proven track record of delivering high levels of client service
Ability to service 'volume' business to SME businesses in the UK
Skilled at building effective relationships
Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills
Experience of working with and adhering to processes and systems to support client service
Good working knowledge of MS Excel
Broad knowledge of Real Estate insurance products and market
Preferably working towards Dip CII or similar
What we offer
Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.
We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.
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