Graduate Account Executive – Financial Lines (Executive Risk Team) (Start ASAP)

Working in the Financial, Professional and Executive Risks (FINEX) team in Sydney or Melbourne, the successful candidate will be responsible for and trained in, servicing and growing an existing book of clients. As part of a vibrant and successful team, key areas of accountability will include client servicing, insurance market management and negotiation, and an ability to work cross-functionally with other WTW teams.

The Role 

Ensuring that the client’s risk management and insurance broking programmes are administered to ensure the delivery of high-quality services including:  

• Reviewing each client’s risk management and insurance objectives to ensure the delivery of high-quality services   
• Collaborating across teams to manage larger or more complex risk and insurance programs  
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with clients, colleagues and insurers  
• Understanding the various business units and capabilities within the WTW and bringing this collective experience and expertise to clients as and when the opportunity and/or need arises 
• Understanding and managing the revenue generated from the existing client base through analysis of client profitability and maximisation of group facilities  
• Actively seek new business opportunities, leverage your existing network and proactively expanding your network.  
• Promoting the WTW brand within the insurance industry and amongst clients, prospects and other professional networks  
• Preparation of client documentation and ensuring accuracy before distribution to clients and insurers  
• Ensure all documentation is prepared in accordance with company service and compliance procedures and tools  
• Ensuring the timely and accurate production/processing of quotes, reports, invoices, premium and adjustments calculations 
• Management of client’s claims to ensure agreed claims standards are achieved and timely settlements made  
• Support team to ensure compliance with all specified business management processes  
• Assist other brokers in the team when required under 

The Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Economics, Finance or Law. 
• Willingness to work towards your Tier 1 Insurance qualifications                                                                                               
• Exposure to insurance broking and/or legal industry preferred 
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, both on an individual and group basis  
• Reasonable level of competency in Word and Excel and knowledge of PowerPoint  
• Understanding of claims management processes  
• Broad business and economic understanding  
• A customer-centric approach and a strong desire to understand and meet a client’s needs  
• Good time management skills and a proactive approach to working  
• Professionalism, reliability, and an ability to work in a team and autonomously when required

Note: Employment-based visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.  

The Application Process  

• Applications Close – 19th April 2024  
• HireVue Video Interviews – 23rd April to 30th April 2024 
• Shortlist and Hiring Manager review – 1st May to 10th May 2024 
• Online Saville Testing – To be completed prior to in-person/virtual interviews 
• In-person/Virtual interviews – W/C 13th May 2024 
• Offer W/C 20th May 2024 

To be considered for this role please submit an up-to-date resume with a cover letter addressing why you are interested in this role. Please include a copy of your most recent tertiary education transcripts. (Note: Please attach transcripts to resume or cover letter).

Why Join WTW  

WTW provides a competitive benefits package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply): 

• Annual bonus 
• Company paid salary continuance insurance 
• Life and TPD insurance 
• Hybrid working 
• Networks (Gender, Wellbeing, Pride) 
• Career Growth – internal opportunities and development programs 

At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a ”hybrid” style, with a mix of in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and “hybrid” is not a one-size-fits-all solution. 

We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and so we encourage requests for all types of flexible working. Please speak to your recruiter to discuss more. 

At WTW, we believe that a culture of inclusion and diversity is critical to our business. It’s not a separate initiative – rather it’s fundamental to everything we do. We are an equal-opportunity employer who is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and embrace diversity including gender, nationality, disability, age, marital/parental status, ethnicity, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.  

In the spirit of reconciliation, WTW acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.  

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.