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Junior Legal Associate

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Description

  • Provision of the day to day servicing of a client’s insurance programme to support retention and development of the business.
  • Placement of insurances for clients in accordance with Lockton strategy.
  • Effective and timely management of all renewals to ensure completion by the due date.
  • Obtain quotations both for new and renewal business.
  • Preparation of market and client documentation.
  • Check policy documentation for accuracy prior to issue to the client.
  • Provision to the client of policy documentation in accordance with regulations and in line with Lockton procedures.
  • Deal effectively (and to the satisfaction of the client and the market) with queries, including but not limited to changes in cover and risk.
  • Prompt and accurate resolution of accounts queries.
  • Identify the risk exposures and advise on insurance and risk management solutions in consultation with the Account Executive/Partner.
  • Provision of management information as required.
  • Manage and co-ordinate global insurance programmes and liaise with our producer network worldwide, if applicable.

Responsibilities

  • Willingness and ability to continue to develop knowledge through formal and informal learning, both internal and external to the company.
  • Knowledge of the resources available within Lockton and how to source such services.
  • An understanding of the relevant classes of business.
  • Ability to identify opportunities for business development.
  • An understanding of Lockton cash collection processes including but not limited to general insurance accounting and client invoicing.
  • An understanding of the general, Legal principles of insurance.
  • An Understanding of insurer rating methods for each class of insurance.
  • An understanding of risk management concepts and when these are useful to clients.
  • An understanding of insurer products and specialisms.
  • Ability to broke and service the insurance needs of clients.
  • Ability to prepare a broking presentation that accurately reflects the cover required and meets the clients' demands and needs.
  • Ability to prepare and interpret claims experiences and analysis including claims triangulations and the impact of deductibles and cover variations.
  • Experience in marketing and servicing the insurance needs of clients.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with clients, insurers and other associates.
  • Ability to manage time, prioritise and ensure that deadlines are met without compromising quality.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills, including research and investigation.
  • Ability build and maintain good business relationships with clients, insurers and associates.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of when to proceed alone and when to involve the appropriate associates.
  • Effective delegation as appropriate.
  • Presentation skills in both preparation and execution.
  • Professional and tactful negotiation and persuasion skills to achieve objectives.
  • An understanding of regulatory controls and procedures relating to both commercial and retail customers, if applicable.
  • An understanding of and adherence to Lockton standards and procedures.
  • Knowledge of the computer desktop software provided by Lockton.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar software applications.
  • Knowledge of additional language a plus (Spanish, Portuguese or Mandarin)

Hard Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Word processing
  • Outlook Express
  • Customer relations
  • Advanced Excel Skills (queries, pivot tables, formulas, macros)
  • Account management
  • Opportunity analysis
  • Relationship building
  • Customer success
  • Client management
  • Billing, Invoicing, Collection
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Risk assessments
  • Business analysis
  • Advanced language knowledge
  • Advanced writing skills

Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Time management
  • Self-motivated
  • Organized
  • Enthusiastic