From day one, our mission has been to create an independent business with a unique culture - one that is controlled by the people who work for it. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people has always been key to our success.
People come to Howden for lots of different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. That's what sets us apart, and why we nurture and retain the best talent in the market. Whatever your priorities - work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you'll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.
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 Account Handler to support our team to deliver an excellent and comprehensive service in the administration of policy renewals and mid-term changes so that customers' needs are best satisfied through suitable cover and pricing. Your clients will work in the Motor Trade industry.
This is a great opportunity for someone seeking their first role within commercial insurance from personal lines. Perhaps you are seeking to deepen your knowledge of motor trade and want to join a team that will invest in your development. Our team in Romford, offer a supportive and engaging team environment, where you will feel welcome right from the start.
Please note this is a full-time, permanent opportunity. You will be based in our Romford office and be onsite for 5 days per week.
Overview:
- Undertake market exercise to establish the most competitive terms available.
- Obtain renewal terms and present to client.
- Issue renewal documentation in line with contract certainty.
- Ensure premiums are collected prior to the commencement of cover and in line with Howden procedures.
- Handle all queries, whether written or by telephone, in a professional manner and process effectively in line with service standards.
- Record all relevant information, correspondence and documentation on Acturis and make effective use of the diary system.
- Process adjustments in line with procedures, including notification to insurers, issue of revised documentation, and collection of additional premium.
- Actively cross-sell products from other Divisions.
Knowledge:
- Must have experience working with commercial products within the insurance industry.
Skills:
- Accuracy and attention to detail, and able to process work quickly and efficiently.
- Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Good negotiation and broking skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to persuade and influence others
- Ability to gather and analyse information from the client and responding appropriately to an individual client's level of understanding.
Qualifications:
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
- Certificate in Insurance (desirable).
Our Culture: People First
We've travelled far since opening our first office in 1994. Back then we were local experts - based in London, with direct access to the world's biggest insurance market. We're still locals, and we still deliver the right advice and the right insurance to our clients. But now, we're local all over the world. With 15,000 global colleagues and a partner network spanning more than 100 territories, we are the largest independent insurance broker in the world. But our values haven't changed since day one, when we set out to create a company grounded in:
- An employee-ownership model
- Aligned external investors
- The trust and integrity born of friendship
- Expertise
- Independence
Our focus on being a people-first business has always been at the very heart of Howden. Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture; one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it. Our employee ownership model sets us apart in the market. It's created a culture of collaboration and innovation, where we're driven to think bigger and empowered to challenge convention.
Our flat structure and entrepreneurial spirit help us attract the best people and empower them to be the best version of themselves. And when we bring in and nurture great talent, more follows. That makes us better - and that's better for everyone.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Howden we consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances.