WTW

Account Executive - Insurance (International Construction team)

5 days ago

PayCompetitive
LocationLondon/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 202503332

      We have a fantastic opportunity to join our International Construction team as an Account Executive. You’ll work within WTW’s dedicated placing team, administering and arranging construction related insurances. You will need to develop a full understanding of the client’s business, requirements and the services WTW provides, having the ability to work with a minimum level of supervision and being willing to undertake additional associated responsibilities within the WTW team as required.

      We have a fantastic opportunity to join our International Construction team as an Account Executive.
      You’ll work within WTW’s dedicated placing team, administering and arranging construction related insurances.

      You will need to develop a full understanding of the client’s business, requirements and the services WTW provides, having the ability to work with a minimum level of supervision and being willing to undertake additional associated responsibilities within the WTW team as required.

      We are particularly interested in candidates with international experience including the Middle East and Africa.

      The Role

      Day to day client service, addressing requests and queries from the client, insurers and other third parties, including:

      o Advice on cover
      o Contract reviews
      o Placement of cover under the client’s global programmes
      o Negotiation and arrangement of local policies as required
      o Issuance of evidence(s) of insurance as required
      o Ongoing servicing following placement

      Provision of technical, industry and subject matter expertise where required
      Understanding the client’s business and risk management needs and delivering them through the provision of ongoing service
      Understanding the client’s insurance programmes and utilising them in accordance with the client’s insurance and risk management philosophy
      Maintenance of information on the client database
      Application of technical and client knowledge to preparation of documentation required to renew/place business within London and overseas markets (including MRCs, endorsements, etc.)
      Preparation of market presentations/underwriting submissions as required
      Interpretation and review of quotations, to ensure fit for purpose and meet client demands/needs
      Negotiation of terms and cover alterations with insurers and presentation to the client
      Completion of reports as required – applying both technical and bespoke client knowledge
      Completion of summaries of insurance for all interested parties (client/network) – applying both technical and client knowledge
      Attendance at key client and market meetings
      Working with clients, insurers and overseas network to address and resolve technical and other issues
      Liaison with other divisions/offices of WTW to access specialist expertise and provide local servicing where needed

      Qualifications

      The Requirements

      Technical knowledge of insurance
      Construction insurance experience
      International experience including the Middle East and Africa.
      Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships with the client and insurers and maintain strong relationships
      Able to deal professionally with internal and external contacts, able to represent the Business Unit and the wider WTW Group with a high level of credibility
      Excellent client focus with proven experience of delivery of high levels of direct client service
      Ability to analyse situations and provide recommendations to identify optimum solutions for clients
      Good understanding of the processes that support the operating model and strategy for the Business Unit and WTW Great Britain overall
      Experience of working with and adhering to processes and systems that support client service delivery
      Intermediate level of IT systems (as a minimum Microsoft Office)
      Intermediate knowledge of data analysis
      Good presentation skills
      Working knowledge of the construction industry
      Preferably educated to a degree level
      Preferably with professional qualifications of ACII or similar

      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.

      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@willistowerswatson.com

  • About the company

      Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company is an Anglo-American, Irish domiciled global multinational risk management, insurance brokerage and advisory company.

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