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An exciting opportunity for an experienced, commercially astute broker to join our fast-paced Corporate, Media & Entertainment team in either one of our friendly offices - Twickenham or Burgess Hill. Working for one of the UK's top Chartered Insurance Brokers you will be dealing with a broad spectrum of existing clients, offering bespoke insurance solutions, for all classes of Commercial Insurance.
You’ll be the first point of contact for your clients and will use this to build and manage key relationships. You’ll gain exposure to all aspects of managing your own portfolio of clients, through to assisting new business opportunities.
On a day-to-day basis, you will:
- Provide a positive client experience through careful and tailored communication
- Manage renewals with accuracy and confidence
- Confidently deal with renewals and placing policies
- Generate new business and identify cross-selling and upselling opportunities
- Handle Mid-Term Adjustments
- Provide support to other members of the team by way of maintaining Acturis records (full training provided), obtaining e-Traded quotes and renewal terms via Acturis, assisting with matters arising from Acturis reporting as and when required
Whilst you’ll be based in one of our offices, you may occasionally be asked to attend our other location, external client or insurer meetings with other team members.
Skills & Experience
Playing an integral part in the team , you’ll have a solid knowledge of all Commercial products including Property/ Business Interruption, Personal Indemnity, Liabilities and Cyber & Crime), and be able to effectively take ownership of our large client base with positivity, passion and professionalism.
Must haves:
- Good technical understanding of Commercial products (Property Owners, Fleet, Construction, Manufacturing etc.)
- Organisation, accuracy and attention to detail
- The ability to build and maintain long-lasting client relationships
- Passion, energy and a strong customer service ethos
- Effective, confident & considerate communication and an ability to adapt your communication style accordingly
- Intuitive thinking and strong decision-making skills
- The desire to learn more and participate in regular training sessions
- Be Cert qualified as a minimum and ready to take on your Diploma
Nice-to-Haves:
- Previous insurance experience within the Media & Entertainment sector
- Experience of using Acturis
Whilst we welcome all the usual things; professionalism, accuracy and technical ability, we also look out for personality, team fit and someone who is able to make a really positive difference to the team and wider company.
Rewards & Benefits
At Sutton Winson, we focus on developing our people and giving them opportunities to progress. You'll receive a unique and tailored development pathway and as you grow within our business, your successes and hard work will be rewarded and celebrated.
On top of all the usual good stuff (competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, pension contributions etc.), you can also look forward to a competitive package that will develop as you do, as you enjoy the following benefits (and more!):
- Tailored learning and development program shaped to your career aspirations
- Annual profit share bonus scheme
- Hybrid Working (after qualifying period)
- Fully funded CII pathway, including membership, study materials, exam entries, and paid study leave, with awards and bonuses to reflect progress
- Employee Assistance Programme, providing access to vital resources like GP consultations, health checks, dental appointments and mental health support, etc..
- Cycle2work scheme, Season Ticket Loans, free eye tests through Specsavers, and long service awards.
- The opportunity to be a part of our Corporate Social Responsibility program, contributing to local projects, help shape environmental policy and support staff wellbeing.
- Daily dress-down; for us, it’s not about what you wear but what you do. Just be your authentic self and dress for your day.
When you work for us, you're part of:
- One of the UK's largest Charted Insurance Brokers.
- Proud holders of the Investors in People Gold Award.
- Investors in Customers Gold Award holders
- A people-centric employer with strong values.
- A company that actively fosters and supports continuous personal development.
If you're looking for an opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive, all while being a part of a fantastic group of people in a relaxed and supportive environment, then Sutton Winson is the place for you.
Equality & Diversity Commitment
At Sutton Winson, we want to hire people from all walks of life – no matter your gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age or background. If you’ve got the right attitude and skills needed to properly support our clients and help us achieve our goals, you’ll fit right in.
We're committed to continuing to build an inclusive culture that empowers our people to do their best work, have fun and feel that they belong.