Account Handler – Cyber (Leeds or Manchester)

Job description

The Willis Towers Watson Cyber team takes a holistic approach to cyber resiliency, with the understanding that a complete corporate cyber solution addresses and incorporates people, capital, and technology. As a global leader in human capital solutions, risk advisory and broking, we are well prepared to assess an organisation’s cyber vulnerabilities, providing protection through best-in-class solutions and mitigating the risk of future attacks. We have a good mix of direct and wholesale business and liaise with Willis Towers Watson offices and other intermediaries on a worldwide basis.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Account Handler to join the FINEX Cyber team based in our Leeds or Manchester office.
The successful candidate will preferably have experience of cradle to grave account handling including some broking experience, plus experience of liaising with client’s and underwriters and being responsible for their own book of business. 

Insurance broking industry experience is preferred.

This is an interesting and varied role and is a great opportunity for a talented individual who is ambitious, articulate, determined and keen to learn. 

We are seeking a person who would relish a challenge.

The Requirements

·  Handling queries from clients, brokers, account executives, insurers and others.
·  Supporting client’s through the renewal process.
·  Preparing broking documentation including insurance market presentations, MRC slips and Endorsements.
·  Documentation production, mid-term adjustments, quotes and evidence’s of cover.
·  Assisting with premium allocations including overseas tax calculations.
·  Servicing the financial transactions between Client and Insurers, and other Willis departments.
·  Perform against operational performance indicators.
·  Ensure the Willis Towers Watson systems is managed in “real time” throughout placements.
·  Providing day to day service and being the focal point for your designated book of business.
·  Attending client and insurer meetings when required.
·  Excellent communication skills
·  Skilled at building effective relationships at all levels
·  Ability to represent the practice and Willis Towers Watson with integrity and credibility
·  Good communication, negotiation and influencing skills
·  Experience of working with and adhering to processes and systems to support client service delivery
The Company 
Willis Towers Watson is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, Willis Towers Watson has 40,000 employees serving more than 140 countries. We design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Our unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas – the dynamic formula that drives business performance. Together, we unlock potential. Learn more at willistowerswatson.com .
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