Account Handler

London Insurance Life; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking an Account Handler in Manchester to deliver a comprehensive service in managing new business, renewals, and changes. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing client documentation, communicating requirements, and ensuring timely processing of data. Key qualifications include GCSE Maths and English, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn about insurance processes. Opportunities for reasonable accommodations are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in an account handling or technical role is desirable.
• Determination and willingness to learn about the insurance process.
• Flexible and able to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Organise and manage personal work activities to achieve team objectives.
• Participate in team meetings, reporting on business progress.
• Review client documentation to ensure accuracy for quoting.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Education

GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

A levels

Attainment of the LLMIT

Working towards or has attained ACII

Job description

Account Handler page is loaded## Account Handlerlocations: Manchester - Howden Housetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: R0014408**The Role**We are looking for an Account Handler within our Real Estate team. This person will deliver a comprehensive service in the administration of new business, renewal and mid-term changes – all to ensure our customers’ needs are best met through suitable cover and pricing.**What you’ll do*** Organise and manage personal work activities to achieve team objectives and meet agreed targets* Participate in team meetings, reporting on business progress within your area of expertise* Manage assigned projects and contribute to other projects as required* Review client documentation to ensure comprehensive and accurate information is presented for the quoting process* Collate and communicate client requirements to ensure appropriate marketing of the risk* Liaise with clients to resolve queries and respond to market and third-party queries as appropriate* Produce high-quality market documentation, securing appropriate authorisations* Take ownership for data entry, credit control, and chasing subjectivities when required* Process data promptly and accurately on relevant systems to support client service and internal processes* Maintain accurate and timely documentation for clients, ensuring proper organisation of records.* Conduct due diligence/sanctions checks in line with company procedures* Adhere to company policies, procedures, and obtain required authorisations* Provide support and assistance to senior colleagues and/or their clients on request* Deal with or refer client enquiries, renewals, and mid-term adjustments**Who we’re looking for*** A determination and willingness to learn about insurance process and the London market* Experience in an account handling or technical role is desirable* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills* Ability to work well as part of an open and collaborative team* Able to work independently and use initiative* Flexible and able to meet tight deadlines/targets with good organisation skills* Attention to detail and willingness to learn* GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)* A levels (desirable)* Attainment of the LLMIT (the Lloyd's and London Market Introductory Test) (desirable)* Working towards or has attained ACII (although this is not critical)A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:* Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new* We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges* We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond# # **Reasonable adjustments**We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours\* or hybrid working\*.If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.\*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.