Account Executive - General Aviation
  • England,London
  • full-time
  • Competitive salary
Job Description:
Introduction


Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher’s global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you’ll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we’ll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.
We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview

The Fixed wing General Aviation team within the Global Aerospace division are looking for an Account Executive to join our team who handled a diverse client base of light general aviation owners and pilots in the UK & EEU.  You will be working directly with senior Account Directors, liaising with direct clients and agents, assisting in the management of all aspects of a clients’ insurance programme on a day to day basis.

How you’ll make an impact

* managing a portfolio of accounts from enquiry through the renewal process
* effectively gathering information and instructions from aircraft owners and operators
* pro-actively discussing renewal terms with customers
* preparing and producing policy quotes and all necessary policy documentation using IBS platform
* promptly responding to all client enquiries throughout the annual policy period
* supporting senior directors on large, complex fleet policies, as necessary
* working, as necessary, with third party producing brokers
* attending client meetings and other event such as shows and events when required
* managing your own monthly renewal list in a timely and efficient manner
* complying with the departmental operational procedures and performance targets
* assisting the on-going development of operational processes and team development
* managing your own personal development
* continuously seeking to expand your technical skills to support the business

About You

Skills:
* Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent with a working knowledge of general insurance products, services, classes of insurance.
* Excellent client service focus; the customer is always your top priority
* Previous insurance experience in managing Binding Authority / Schemes (general commercial schemes or equivalent)
* Good, clear written and verbal communication skills
* Attention to detail
* IT competent including ideally IBS, good Excel skills and e-file management skills
* Able to manage a busy workload in an organised and structured manner
* A team player
* Continually building your industry knowledge and managing your own personal development
* Eligible to work in the UK
Desirable, but not essential skills:
* Aviation insurance knowledge desirable, but not essential
* An interest in aviation is preferable but not essential
* Holding/working towards one of the Chartered Insurance Institute qualification is preferable but not essential
* Previous experience of IBS risk processing platform
* Additional, European language, desirable
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Compensation and benefits


On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
* Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ’buy’ extra days
* Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
* Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
* Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
* Health cash plan or Private medical insurance
Other benefits include:
* Three fully paid volunteering days per year
* Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount
* Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan
* Critical illness cover
* Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally
* Season ticket loan
* Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase
* Emergency back-up family care
* And many more…
We value inclusion and diversity
Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.
Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.
Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long-term health conditions or disabilities.
We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don’t worry, we’re here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know.
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