We are delighted to be able to offer this great opportunity to join as an Associate within the International Property team in Direct GB, working with clients internationally. The Role
Ability to understand a client or prospect’s business, situations, opportunities, challenges, and key issues and understand appropriate solutions, structure, price, and placement strategies that meet the clients’ needs and deliver profitable business for
a range of clients. Ability to manage relationships and negotiate placement with the (re)insurance market. Prepare client and prospect presentations. Work with other Account Executives and Sales Team in determining appropriate solutions and structuring and pricing the deal in alignment with client needs. Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospects including research, initiation of contact, meetings, responding to RFPs, CRM database. Identify appropriate markets and create and grow relationships with underwriters in London and international markets. Grow existing portfolio by identifying new new, and/or existing opportunities. Stakeholder Management and working collaboratively with colleagues around the world. Manage compliant processing of contracts as per FCA and contract certainty requirements. Ensure correct upload and handling of slips via the PPL Platform. Maintain information in Broking Platform system including record quotations, indications, and declinatures when marketing insurance business via the Broking Platform Provide feedback on corrective action required to retain clients or enhance process performance, actively supporting the implementation of any actions that are put in place. The Requirements
ACII qualified or working towards the ACII qualification. Preferably fluent in second language A proven track record in Insurance Broking or Underwriting. A good knowledge of the (re)insurance market and specifically International Property. Prior experience across retail, reinsurance or
retrocession property placements as well as any other LOB experience will be greatly useful in this segment of the portfolio. Computer specific skills: excel, power point, word. Good communication, negotiation, quick learner, and interpersonal skills Good presentation abilities. Negotiation skills coupled with the ability to be flexible and innovative. Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team. Able to prioritise, manage deadlines and work under pressure. Ability to adapt personal style to work effectively with a wide range of clients, colleagues, and underwriters. Must be prepared to work with integrity and openness, always complying with FCA requirements. Good IT skills with excellent Excel usage capability including:
MS Office Power BI (preferable but not essential)
Equal Opportunity Employer
At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves
to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.
At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a ”hybrid” style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the
team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and “hybrid” is not a one-size-fits-all solution.
Ability to understand a client or prospect’s business, situations, opportunities, challenges, and key issues and understand appropriate solutions, structure, price, and placement strategies that meet the clients’ needs and deliver profitable business for
a range of clients. Ability to manage relationships and negotiate placement with the (re)insurance market. Prepare client and prospect presentations. Work with other Account Executives and Sales Team in determining appropriate solutions and structuring and pricing the deal in alignment with client needs. Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospects including research, initiation of contact, meetings, responding to RFPs, CRM database. Identify appropriate markets and create and grow relationships with underwriters in London and international markets. Grow existing portfolio by identifying new new, and/or existing opportunities. Stakeholder Management and working collaboratively with colleagues around the world. Manage compliant processing of contracts as per FCA and contract certainty requirements. Ensure correct upload and handling of slips via the PPL Platform. Maintain information in Broking Platform system including record quotations, indications, and declinatures when marketing insurance business via the Broking Platform Provide feedback on corrective action required to retain clients or enhance process performance, actively supporting the implementation of any actions that are put in place. The Requirements
ACII qualified or working towards the ACII qualification. Preferably fluent in second language A proven track record in Insurance Broking or Underwriting. A good knowledge of the (re)insurance market and specifically International Property. Prior experience across retail, reinsurance or
retrocession property placements as well as any other LOB experience will be greatly useful in this segment of the portfolio. Computer specific skills: excel, power point, word. Good communication, negotiation, quick learner, and interpersonal skills Good presentation abilities. Negotiation skills coupled with the ability to be flexible and innovative. Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team. Able to prioritise, manage deadlines and work under pressure. Ability to adapt personal style to work effectively with a wide range of clients, colleagues, and underwriters. Must be prepared to work with integrity and openness, always complying with FCA requirements. Good IT skills with excellent Excel usage capability including:
MS Office Power BI (preferable but not essential)
Equal Opportunity Employer
At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves
to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.
At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a ”hybrid” style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the
team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and “hybrid” is not a one-size-fits-all solution.
