At Howden - Corporate & Commercial, commercial insurance isn’t just what we do – it’s who we are. We support our clients through the complex landscape of commercial risk. We understand the diverse needs of businesses from large corporates to emerging ventures, meticulously crafting bespoke solutions to empower businesses to navigate uncertainty and achieve unwavering growth. Our depth of commercial insurance expertise allows us to protect client’s assets and fuel their progress. When our clients prosper, we celebrate success with them; when challenges arise, we provide unwavering support.
Howden - Corporate & Commercial are on the hunt for an Assistant Account Handler within our highly successful Commercial Schemes division to support our team to deliver a first-class service to our clients.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for their first role in the industry and who is target driven and has a previous background in sales. You will be responsible for contacting and converting our new business enquiries within our specialist let property team – Protect My Let.
Please note this is a full-time, permanent role. You will be based in our Colchester or Cheltenham office and required to be on site Monday to Friday.
Overview
- Converting leads generated ensuring the clients’ needs are fully always represented.
- Crafting and maintaining relationships with Insurers, Introducers and all Divisions around the company.
- Hitting/exceeding individual and team targets for income, conversion rates and lead generation.
- Listening to the clients’ challenges and offering help to investigate and provide new solutions.
- Negotiating and influencing effectively, both internally and externally, to achieve business objectives.
- Making technical decisions which are right for the client, team and company.
- Chasing clients for documentation and orders.
Knowledge
- A minimum of 2 years' sales experience (preferably New Business) and be able to demonstrate an excellent understanding of sales and client service.
Skills
- Customer focused approach, with prior experience gained within a telephony-based service role.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to process work quickly and efficiently.
- Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
- Good literacy and numeracy.
Qualifications
- 5 GCSE A*-C including Maths and English.
- A level (desirable).
- Cert CII (desirable).
