Account Handler – Private Clients

https://www.cavendishmaine.com/1187/job2026-09-17 14:12:062026-10-27 Cavendish Maine
Job Type Permanent
Location Bristol
Area South West, UK South West UK Bristol
Sector General Insurance
Salary To £35000 plus excellent benefits
Start Date
Advertiser David Harries
Job Ref DH/106540
Working Hybrid
Description

An established, independent Chartered Insurance Broker seeks a HNW / Private Client Account Handler to join their specialist Private Client team.

The Account Handler will work closely with Client Executives and Account Directors to provide expert advice and tailored insurance solutions.  You will also have the opportunity to manage your own portfolio of clients with the support of the broader team.

Whether you're an experienced Private Client Advisor or a Personal Lines Account Handler looking to develop your career in high-net-worth insurance, this role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development with one of Bristol’s leading independent Brokers.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Managing and servicing a portfolio of Private Client accounts from renewal through to day-to-day administration
  • Supporting Client Executives and Account Directors with broking activities, reporting and client servicing
  • Responding to client enquiries and policy changes promptly and professionally
  • Provide a proactive and professional service for both internal and external contacts, including clients, insurers and colleagues.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve client cover through cross-selling and reviewing potential gaps in cover
  • Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards
  • Be the first point of contact for day-to-day enquiries from clients, providers and other internal and external stakeholders

Key Skills/Experience Required:

To be considered for the Private Client Account Handler opportunity, you will have the following experience:

  • Previous personal lines insurance experience with exposure to HNW / Private Clients insurance beneficial
  • Knowledge of relevant Insurance Products and services and understanding of the principles of insurance
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to negotiate effectively with clients and insurers
  • Competent user of Microsoft Office applications
  • Cert CII qualified or actively working towards the qualification

Salary/Benefits Information:

  • Salary to £35k
  • Hybrid working
  • Generous Benefits package
  • Excellent bonus – both company and individual
  • Genuine scope to develop your career with a growing broker
  • Support towards professional qualifications and continued career development

Contact: David Harries

Reference: DH/106540

Candidate care:

By responding to this advert you consent to Cavendish Maine processing the personal data included within this application.

If your application is successful we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail, within 48 hours of receiving your application.

Should you not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this please call us to advise.

In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine.

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