Account handler

My client are a chartered insurance broking and financial services organisation that has over 60 years rsquo; experience of providing a comprehensive range of insurance, risk management and financial advice to a broad cross section of commercial and private clients. They are seeking a Commercial Account Handler to join their team in Northampton looking after commercial farm insurance policies. This role holds responsibility for the effective management of existing clients rsquo; insurance business and for the support of business development through provision of quotes and cross-referrals. The role has authority to deal with insurers and clients as required to transact business. Responsibilities: * To prepare renewal schedules and contact client prior to renewal within compliance manual timescales * 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 trouble-free renewal for the client * Develop business opportunities including identification of opportunities for cross-referrals. Requirements: * Previous broking/insurance experience preferable, particularly within Commercial insurance * Experience in obtaining quotes and placing business * Good negotiating skills and the ability to build good relationships with both clients and insurers/underwriters * Sound knowledge of FCA requirements within a broking role * Knowledge of wide range of insurance products and companies * Experience in obtaining quotes and placing business Benefits * Employer pension contribution of 5% rising to 10% after 5 years membership of the pension scheme * Annual Bonus scheme * Life Assurance cover up to 4 x salary * 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays * Career development opportunities with funded support and financial incentives for all professional qualifications