Description
We are currently seeking a full-time Account Executive to help continue build out of our offering within Direct and Facultative. The successful candidate will work across both Property and Casualty (Re)Insurance lines and will support an existing team that handles an existing portfolio of material sized placements.
Responsibilities
•Support brokers in the negotiation and placement of complex liability insurance programs on behalf of clients
•In coordination with US colleagues, prepare underwriting submissions for distribution to London insurers
•Demonstrate good knowledge and understanding of London Market Reform Contracts including quote, binder, and policy review
•Undertake renewal market presentations/negotiations and make appropriate recommendations
•Optimise revenue from new and existing clients through effective management of placement support functions, facilities and markets for the specific client segment of the business
•Ensure transparency of agency and other commitments made to carriers and clients
•Ensure compliant processing of contracts as per FCA and contract certainty requirements
•Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospects
•Actively preserve and grow relationships with US retail network and client servicing teams to provide coordinated client service
•Respond quickly and accurately to ad hoc client service requirements and new business introductions
•Actively identify opportunities to work with colleagues across the business to capitalise on account penetration and cross selling opportunities
•Understand our clients' business and risk management needs and deliver tailored solutions through exceptional service
•Develop strong relationships with clients and internal partners
•Manage changes in client circumstances to ensure that the cover provided matches their needs
•Where a client's needs cross over into other WTW specialties, liaise internally to ensure that WTW maintains a consistent approach
•Understand, apply and explain the business unit policies and procedures
•Provide technical, industry, and subject matter expertise where required
•Always operate within the business's policies and procedures
•Communicate effectively with clients, markets, and others to maximise service delivery level
•Develop good knowledge of all internal WTW and industry systems maintaining and ensuring all internal metrics are met
•Liaise with offshore processing centres to ensure timely premium payment flow
•Support peer Account Executives and Brokers through timely administration of client accounts
Requirements
•A proactive, fast learner who can execute in a team environment
•A strong relationship builder who is comfortable in a client facing role
•Solutions driven with an ability to own / manage various processes
•Detail oriented and able to manage competing timelines
•Relevant insurance industry experience (preferred)
•Degree level education or comparable industry experience
•Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills
•Strong skills in problem solving, planning, and numeracy
Conditions / Benefits
•25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge
•Comprehensive health and wellbeing offering including private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments
•Defined contribution pension scheme with matched contributions up to 10% from the company
•Hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day
•Optional additional perks: electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and more
