Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Duration: Permanent
Location: Marlborough or Newmarket
About the role
Lycetts Insurance Brokers, who are proudly part of Benefact Group, are looking for a Trainee Account Handler to join our Marlborough or Newmarket office.
Join our team as a Trainee Account Handler and play a key role in supporting client relationships while helping the business grow. You’ll receive full training and hands‑on experience to build the skills needed for a successful career in insurance. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start out or take the next step in the industry.
Our specialist team provides insurance solutions across bloodstock, equine, private client, farm and estate sectors, covering all equine disciplines and their associated property, liability and personal insurance needs.
Why join us?
Join a collaborative and inclusive culture that’s committed to making a difference and building a more sustainable future. Ranked amongst the UK's 15 Best Big Companies to Work For in 2025, we offer fantastic career and development opportunities within a rapidly growing, innovative Group -where all profits go to charity and good causes.
What you'll be doing
* Support clients by helping prepare renewal paperwork ahead of renewal dates.
* Assist with incoming new business enquiries, helping to put together submissions and quotations with guidance from the team.
* Help obtain and compare alternative quotes where appropriate, learning how to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
* Support the team with policy documentation, invoices, credit notes, and general administration to ensure a smooth client experience.
* Follow file management and compliance procedures, including FCA requirements, keeping records accurate and up to date.
* Build positive working relationships with insurance companies as you develop your industry knowledge.
What you'll need to have
* Good organisational ability
* Experience in obtaining information from clients via telephone & e‑mail
* Confident communications skills – both written & oral
* Good negotiating skills and the ability to build good relationships with internal and external stakeholders
What we offer
* Hybrid working available upon successful completion of probation
* Employer pension contribution of 5% rising to 10% after 5 years membership of the pension scheme
* Annual Bonus scheme (Discretionary based on individual and company performance)
* Life Assurance cover up to 4 x salary
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 26 and 27 for 5 and 10 years’ service respectively)
* Career development opportunities with funded support and financial incentives for all professional qualifications.
If you need any additional support during the recruitment process, then please let us know.
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