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Clark James Recruitment are working with a highly professional firm of Mortgage Brokers. Due to continued growth within the business our client are looking to recruit an experienced Protection Adviser to join their team. Role Full-time, office-based Protection Adviser vacancy. Sole Protection Adviser within the business. Receiving quality Protection leads from the team of Mortgage Brokers. Working closely with clients providing regular communication and updates. Full time, office based. Candidate Professional, well spoken and confident. Excellent telephone manner. Well presented. Previous Protection experience is essential. Role would suit a Protection Adviser or Mortgage Broker looking to work solely within Protection. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to liaise at all levels. Package Excellent basic salary. Excellent levels of commission. Additional company benefits. Liability and Disclaimer The information contained in our advert including any salary or on target earnings information is given in good faith and Clark James Ltd uses all reasonable efforts to ensure that it is accurate. However, Clark James Ltd gives no representation or warranty in respect of such information and all such representations and warranties, whether express or implied, are excluded. No liability is accepted by Clark James Ltd for any loss or damage which may arise out of any person relying on or using any information within this advert. At Clark James Recruitment we are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion within our teams, our clients and our candidates

Hybrid home/North East Essex 3 days based role- Clark James Insurance Recruitment are working with a prestigious Insurance broker currently looking to appoint an experienced commercially trained Account Handler to join their busy team. You'll be dealing with mid size to large corporate risks that can be complex in nature so they need good experience! The Role Service a portfolio of business through broking and renewals, adjustments, queries and any other issues that may arise on the accounts. In addition to this, you will be actively involved in the broking of new business to market - liaising with insurers and negotiating the best possible terms. You will be responsible for dealing with a wide range of classes of commercial business including Property, Liability, Combined, Fleet, Goods In Transit, Cyber amongst others. You should be a proven Insurance Account Handler/Broker or Underwriter used to dealing with complex risks and be looking to join a business which is expanding in its field. Insurance qualifications are preferred but not essential for the right candidate who will be committed, resilient and used to multi asking. A competitive salary and bonuses are on offer, a kitchen sink benefits package plus a great working environment, work from home days and excellent training, apply today for a confidential conversation.

Clark James Recruitment are working with a highly professional Estate Agency business. Our client is looking to recruit a Sales Progression Administrator to join the business. Role The Sales Progression Administrator is a vital role within our team, tasked with ensuring the seamless progression of property sales from offer to completion whilst upholding high standards of compliance, organisation, and client service. This role demands a proactive, detail-focused individual who can multitask, communicate effectively, and utilise systems to support team objectives. In return, we provide a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and incentives for outstanding performance. Responsibilities Sales Progression: Efficiently progress sales from offer to completion, ensuring timely return of forms, drafts, searches, and mortgage offers. Negotiate where required, analyse surveys, and guide clients towards exchange and completion. Compliance: Keep abreast of legislation, including health and safety, GDPR, and AML. Ensure the office remains fully compliant and verify that brochures adhere to CPR standards (including Swift QR Code/link). System Utilisation: Effectively use Reapit for call dates, reminders, file notes, and correspondence. Fully employ progression milestones and the Mortgage page to track and manage sales. Organisation: Manage emails, clear voicemails, and maintain accurate daily task sheets. Allocate tasks promptly, prioritise work under pressure, and ensure general office maintenance, including stock levels and accurate message-taking. Client Interaction: Maintain a professional telephone manner (answering within three rings), present a smart appearance, and communicate confidently at all levels. Deliver friendly, approachable service to clients. Quality Control: Ensure branch windows, webpages, social media, and property details are free from spelling or grammatical errors and feature high-quality photos. Maintain meticulous attention to detail across all tasks. Pipeline Management: Accurately forecast completions, meet branch targets, and proactively address challenging files to keep sales on track. Incentives & Opportunities: Contribute to team KPIs through solicitor/survey referrals and Google Reviews. Build confidence in using systems to maximise incentive opportunities. Required Skills Technical Proficiency: Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. Able to navigate and update the company CRM, write power reports, and use AI tools to tailor the Business Information Base (BIB) to office needs. Multitasking & Time Management: Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining punctuality. Communication: Friendly, approachable, and able to converse professionally with clients and colleagues at all levels. Attention to Detail: High standards in quality control, ensuring accuracy in all documentation, communications, and property presentations. Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve issues in sales progression, ensuring timely resolution of challenges. Candidate Previous Administration experience essential. previous Estate Agency experience an advantage however, not essential as full training is provided. Excellent communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to work within a busy team environment. What We Offer Excellent basic salary: Salary level dependent on experience. Incentives : Financial and recognition-based rewards for achieving KPIs, such as solicitor/survey referrals and Google Reviews. Training & Support : Access to comprehensive training resources and mentorship from experienced team members to help you excel in your role. Career Development : Opportunities to develop skills, take on additional responsibilities, and progress within the company through our development framework. Collaborative Environment : A friendly, team-oriented workplace where your contributions are valued, and your ideas are encouraged. Tools & Resources : Access to industry-leading CRM systems, AI tools, and office resources to support your work.

Hybrid working. We have a unique and rare opportunity in the South Kent area for a Commercial/Property Insurance underwriter looking to join a professional and friendly business who are extremely stable and successful and job security is a given. You MUST have Insurance experience. This business underwrite a variety of Commercial Covers including Scheme Business and a Binder schemes including Property, Commercial Package and other similar areas from a broad sector of different clients and premium levels, this is an interesting and varied opportunity. We are looking for a candidate who has dealt with Property or Household risks and has either prior Insurance Underwriting experience or has worked for a broker who run their own schemes so has had delegated underwriting authority in the past. The role would also suit someone with property broking experience looking to get into Underwriting. The main bias of the role will be underwriting renewal business as well responding to queries from brokers and clients and quoting for new business as well as the typical duties you would expect in this type of role, all in a very friendly and laid back environment where you will enjoy coming to work! The company will consider applications from candidates with a year or two of relevant experience as well as those with much deeper knowledge and the salary will reflect this. Attractive benefits, holiday entitlement and 9-5 Monday to Friday hours are also another bonus. All applications dealt with in confidence and we will fully support you with friendly advice, always having your best interests at heart.

Clark James Insurance Recruitment love working with this leading specialist Insurance broker in the Surrey area who have a rarely available opportunity on their Commercial Lines team due to expansion. The account handler will deal with risks which includes a number of different covers such as Property, Construction, Professional Indemnity (PI), Directors and Officers (D&O) and Cyber Liability so the company are happy to consider a solid Commercial Insurance background in broking or Underwriting. This is a cracking broker with excellent training and benefits and a great working culture putting staff first. The premium sizes will be anything from a few hundred pounds etrade policy to a more complex risk up to around 10k. Role and Responsibilities Managing Own Allocation of clients Pre renewal investigation and advice Renewal negotiations with Insurers where required, or offering renewal terms within the delegated authority limits Premium Collection and solving any related accounts queries that arise Dealing with any other policy / cover queries by Insurer or Client They are looking for a committed and career driven individual who must have some recent Commercial/Property Insurance experience. Apply today for a full job spec and immediate interview.

Hybrid working. We have a unique and rare opportunity in the South Kent area for a Commercial/Property Insurance underwriter looking to join a professional and friendly business who are extremely stable and successful and job security is a given. You MUST have Insurance experience. This business underwrite a variety of Commercial Covers including Scheme Business and a Binder schemes including Property, Commercial Package and other similar areas from a broad sector of different clients and premium levels, this is an interesting and varied opportunity. We are looking for a candidate who has dealt with Property or Household risks and has either prior Insurance Underwriting experience or has worked for a broker who run their own schemes so has had delegated underwriting authority in the past. The role would also suit someone with property broking experience looking to get into Underwriting. The main bias of the role will be underwriting renewal business as well responding to queries from brokers and clients and quoting for new business as well as the typical duties you would expect in this type of role, all in a very friendly and laid back environment where you will enjoy coming to work! The company will consider applications from candidates with a year or two of relevant experience as well as those with much deeper knowledge and the salary will reflect this. Attractive benefits, holiday entitlement and 9-5 Monday to Friday hours are also another bonus. All applications dealt with in confidence and we will fully support you with friendly advice, always having your best interests at heart.