Miller's Special Risks team have a fantastic opportunity for an account executive to join, working on the growth and retention of existing accounts, new business development and placement of risks.

Miller are a specialist (re)insurance broking partnership, with over 100 year history.
We always strive to be the best. That is why we focus on specialist areas where we have built up technical sector knowledge and have become a recognised figurehead in our chosen fields. We are headquartered in London, with further offices in Ipswich, Bermuda, Brussels, Paris, Singapore and Switzerland.

The Special Risks business unit comprises Accident & Health, Cargo, Credit & Political Risk Insurance (CPRI) and Sports and entertainment.
Specialisms include:

  • Sports professionals
  • Sport and entertainment organisations
  • Business Travel insurance
  • Cargo and Stock Throughput
  • Credit & Political Risk Insurance (CPRI)
  • Private Clients
  • Bloodstock and Livestock
  • Terrorism and Political Violence
  • Life Assurance - Group Life / Keyman Life / Individual Life

Responsibilities

  • Grow existing portfolio by identifying new, and/or existing opportunities and participate in cross selling across Miller
  • Develop and maintain a portfolio of prospects including research, initiation of contact and new business presentations in order to obtain new business
  • Provide technical, industry and subject matter expertise to provide support, service and advice to clients
  • Determine appropriate solutions, structure, price and placement strategies that meet the clients’ needs and deliver profitable business for a range of clients
  • Assist in setting budgets for portfolio of accounts and fulfilling agreed budgets
  • Ensure all relevant information is gathered in the preparation of annual renewals and endorsements on key accounts
  • Understand the clients’ business and risk management needs and look for solutions to deliver those needs through the provision of ongoing service
  • Work closely and maintain relationships with key market and client contacts
  • Liaise with others to ensure compliant processing of contracts as per FCA and contract certainty requirements
  • Check policies, market presentations and client documentation
  • Broke, or liaise with placing brokers to achieve agreement of markets where required and maintain diary/pending system to monitor progress
  • Creation of presentations for both new and existing clients
  • Maintain accurate and concise placing files, using corporate document management system
  • Perform quality control checks on all documentation
  • Overall responsibility for compliance procedures for total individual client base 
  • Adhere to and meet fully the expectations of Miller, as set out in its policies and procedures, training material, and embedded in its systems and controls. Our policies and  procedures are written to encapsulate the compliance, legal and financial crime related legislation and regulations which apply to Miller.
  • Comply with any external rules and requirements imposed on individuals performing their role at Miller, such as Lloyd’s byelaws and FCA rules.  
  • Promote Miller brand and values to enhance Miller’s reputation in the market

Qualifications 

  • Relevant professional qualifications

Knowledge

  • Significant knowledge of European Marine, Cargo and Commodities insurance
  • Significant knowledge of handling and broking for accounts within said business, and knowledge of business development desirable

Experience

  • Experience in handling and broking European Marine, Cargo and Commodities insurance within Lloyd's, London and international markets
  • Excellent client servicing skills, communication skills, and attention to detail
Miller is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and to creating an inclusive working environment for all.

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We recognise that many individuals are balancing careers with commitments outside of work and we are open to discussing flexible working situations. We also recognise that there may be adjustments we can make to support your application. Please feel free to discuss your requirements with your recruiter or our HR team.