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An Assistant Broker is responsible for preparing and submitting business to carrier partners, following up on quotations, and providing analytics for key accounts. In this role, you will also be responsible for coordinating internal strategy meetings.
Major Accountabilities:
* Gather information and analytics to assess and evaluate client risks in order to support the placement of risks into the market, with support from more experienced brokers.
* Develop client and prospect presentations to secure new business and to build on existing relationships.
* Research market solutions to identify and develop optimal risk solutions for clients.
* Ensure that quality and compliance procedures and processes are adhered to at all times.
* Execute straightforward new business placements, renewals, and simple alterations to existing cover, under supervision.
* Record and maintain all information accurately within the appropriate systems.
* Work closely with colleagues from other departments that support the broking process (e.g. Analytics).
* Build technical skills by satisfactorily completing required basic and intermediate training courses.
* Prepare draft submission documents and finalize submissions for delivery.
* Review quotations against specifications and develop side-by-side comparisons.
Qualifications
What you'll bring:
* Demonstrates strong relationship management and a customer-focused mindset, effectively interfacing with clients and collaborating with internal teams to deliver high-quality service.
* Possesses sound negotiation skills with both carriers and clients, with the ability to manage as-is renewals and support straightforward business placements.
* Exhibits solid business acumen with a foundational understanding of insurance concepts, processes, and industry practices.
* Communicates clearly and confidently, with strong presentation skills suitable for both client-facing and internal engagements.
* Effectively manages assigned tasks and projects, ensuring timely execution while remaining adaptable, receptive to feedback, and proactive in seeking guidance when needed.
* leadership capabilities, including ownership of work, informed decision-making, coordination with stakeholders, and strong technology proficiency, including advanced Microsoft Office skills and familiarity with technology-based record management and digital tools.
* Bachelor's degree is preferred.
What we offer
Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.
We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We're committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email candidate.helpdesk@wtwco.com