Job Advert Job title Placement Broker Department Broking & Markets Location Manchester / Redhill / Staines Reporting to Director Broking & Markets Insurance Main purpose of job Verlingue is fast paced with strong growth plans. You will work closely with the business delivering an excellent service to our Clients, Colleagues and Carriers ensuring that the needs of the role and responsibilities are met. Company Vision To build a large, European, independent, family-owned insurance brokerage group in which talents blossom and client satisfaction is continually high. Department Overview Verlingue have established broking placement team based across Manchester, Redhill and Staines consisting of a team of 8. The role will be based in one of the above offices. The team have close connections with Verlingue London Markets Verlingue Values Exceptional Being professional is expected; being exceptional makes us different. We are passionate about making our clients and each other feel special. We truly understand their needs and deliver an outstanding service every time. Proud We take pride in our work every day and always fulfil our promises. We’re proud of our reputation for always acting with the highest ethical standards and this is our foundation for building long term relationships. Inclusive We value and recognise the diverse skills and individuality that everyone brings to Verlingue. We respect each other and enjoy working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes. Key Accountabilities General Responsibilities Programme design Meeting the broking requirements of our clients Continuous development of market / product knowledge and intelligence Sharing knowledge of changes in products and insurers appetite within the Group Productive relationship management of Carriers Promote Placement Strategy with approved Carriers Insurer response and analysis management Raise profile of Verlingue within the market New Business Production of Broking presentation (unless we are pre-appointed) Liaising with CD & CA on broking strategy to be employed, ensuring clients’ needs are met Marketing of client risks in a way that meets client requirements and analysing results with CD Placement of cover Provision of correct Contract Certain terms and policy wording to CA Renewal Business Enhancing production of draft Broking presentation Liaising with CD on broking strategy to be employed Marketing of client risks to alternative Carriers in a way that meets client requirements, working closely with CA who will manage the existing Carrier. Analysing results with CD / CA Placement of cover Provision of correct Contract Certain terms and policy wording to CA Compliance/IT Comply with the company’s process, procedures and broking strategy Ensure all activities comply with FCA regulatory and market standards Ensure that you are working in an orderly fashion. Ensure that you update I T systems promptly to facilitate good working practices throughout the company. Contribute to the good relationships between the different departments within the company Build good relationships with all colleagues. Working with CD and CA to provide responsive solution for their broking needs which in turn delivers to the client. Participate positively in internal working groups and internal pre internal strategy meetings. Work with other areas of the business to ensure productivity. Provided good day to day support and guidance for less experienced colleagues and encourage development by sharing knowledge. Key CD Client Director & CA Client Advisor Person Specification Essential Desirable Qualifications Cert CII ü Dip CII ü Skills, Knowledge & Attributes Minimum of 5 years in the insurance industry ü Excellent working knowledge of the insurance market ü Excellent negotiation and communication skills that fit the audience ü Excellent Carrier relationships ü Technically strong with excellent attention to detail ü Strong Working knowledge of the Acturis system ü A Can-do attitude with the ability to respond to challenge and problem solving ü Ability to work to under pressure with deadlines and multitask in order to get required work carried out ü Team player ü