Trainee Account Handler - Northampton, United Kingdom - The Benefact Group

The Benefact Group

Verified Company

Northampton, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Working hours:35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Duration:
Permanent

Location:
Newcastle

About the role:

Lycetts Insurance Brokers, a leading player in the industry, is thrilled to offer a fantastic opportunity at our Newcastle HQ.

We are currently seeking a talented and driven Trainee Account Handler to join our team.

We are looking to recruit an individual new to the insurance industry who is able to learn quickly, and provide assistance to a small but successful team.

Key responsibilities
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To prepare renewal schedules and contact clients prior to renewal
Answer incoming new business enquiries and prepare new business quotations
Negotiate alternative quotes prior to renewal dates where appropriate
Deal with all documentation, invoices, credit notes, etc. ensuring a smooth and troublefree renewal for the client
Act inline with client requests and deliver beyond expectations.
Comply with file management, compliance procedures and FCA guidelines.
Foster good relations with insurance companies

Knowledge, skills and experience
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A willing 'can do' attitude, and a desire to learn about all aspects of insurance
Confident communicator both written & oral
Good negotiation skills and the ability to build relationships with both clients and insurers/underwriters
Good organisational skills
Wellpresented, hardworking, proactive team player able to utilise own initiative

What we offer
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A competitive salary
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Flexible and hybrid working available upon successful completion of probation
Competitive Personal Pension
Annual Bonus scheme (Discretionary based on individual and company performance)
Life Assurance cover up to 4 x salary
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 26 and 27 for 5 and 10 years' service respectively)
Career development opportunities with funded support and financial incentives for all professional qualifications.

About us:

Committed to making a difference:

We think that people are looking for something worthwhile in a company beyond the workplace.

Our employees are encouraged to take at least one day a year to help a charity of their choice, offering practical and professional support, as part of our MyGiving programme.

Our staff know how to work hard but also how to enjoy themselves We pride ourselves on creating an appropriate work-life balance, valuing wellbeing, flexibility and being part of a team.