Who are we?
Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.
People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.
The Role
As an Account Executive on the Financial Institutions (FI) team, you will be responsible for placing Financial Lines insurance products on behalf of our clients, which include Lloyd’s Syndicates, Property & Casualty (P&C) insurers, Legacy Acquirers, and Managing General Agents (MGAs). You’ll play a key role in supporting client relationships, structuring tailored insurance solutions, and ensuring successful placement in the market.
What you’ll do
Provide relevant management information as required for effective decision-making.
Supervise and forecast renewal and new business activity to aid in effective planning and resource allocation.
Conduct research and collect feedback from the market to progress the development of new products and wordings.
Seek opportunities to grow the book of business and expand our market presence.
Review client documentation to ensure accuracy and comprehensiveness to support the quoting process.
Collate and communicate clients' needs to ensure appropriate marketing of the risk.
Prepare and check market presentations to showcase our offerings.
Liaise with and advise clients, investigating and resolving queries to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction.
Stay up to date with territory, tax, and legislation requirements to ensure compliance.
Respond to market and third-party queries as appropriate to maintain strong relationships.
Produce high-quality market documentation with appropriate authorisations.
Collaborate with support technicians and IBA as required to deliver high-level service.
Assist in the review of product wordings to ensure they meet the current requirements of clients and territories.
Check Evidence of Cover and debit/credit notes for accuracy, ensuring all documentation is of the highest quality.
Maintain up-to-date records on the company systems to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
Who we’re looking for
Customer focused approach with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
Strong and effective communication skills to establish a connection with clients and all relevant parties.
Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.
Flexibility to achieve targets with excellent time management skills.
Proficient in computer applications and software related to the role.
Strong decision-making and analytical skills to drive effective business outcomes.
Excellent ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Calm and resilient under pressure, maintaining a positive mentality.
Proactive and adaptable to change, embracing new opportunities for growth
Someone who collaborates and is skilled at fostering long-term professional connections.
Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent).
A level or equivalent (desirable).
Attainment of the LLMIT (the Lloyd's and London Market Introductory Test) where relevant.
Working towards or has attained ACII (although this is not critical).
What do we offer in return?
A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:
Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new
We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges
We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond
Reasonable adjustments
We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.
If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.
*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.
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