Apprentice Sales/Administrator in the Insurance Sector
XYZ INSURANCE SERVICES LTD
Essex, SS8 0QY
Closes in 19 days (Friday 27 September at 11:59pm)
Posted on 25 April 2024
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Summary
This is an admin/sales role which provides the support you need to ensure you are meeting the minimum standards required each month and developing as you go. You will be reaching out to customers who have expressed interest in our product (no cold calling) and developing a rapport in a confident, friendly and courteous way.
- Annual wage
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£12,000 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
12k per annum. OTE (on target earnings) will be around £15,000 per annum. BONUSES ARE AVAILABLE TO BE EARNED FROM ANY NEW BUSINESS.
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday 09:00- 17:00. 1-hour unpaid lunch.
35 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 30 September
- Duration
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1 Year 1 Month
- Positions available
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2
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- You will be an integral part of our team's success, ensuring that the office operates smoothly and that our clients are satisfied at all times
- You'll handle incoming customer administrative and sales inquiries, build client relationships, identify sales prospects, and broaden your insurance knowledge. You'll also provide great customer service and administrative assistance
- You will be given full training right from the beginning and supported throughout your journey with us
If you’re determined to succeed, have a positive attitude and know when to ask for help, then we can train you in the knowledge needed to be a success!
Duties would include:
- Consistently offer a thorough and competent service while following company, industry and regulatory guidelines and procedures
- Liaising with new/existing clients over the telephone, by email and by post
- Updating the database and maintaining records
- Running through new quotations
- Chasing of all new business cases every week
- Pursuing all current business inquiries on a weekly basis
- Maintaining filing systems
- Dealing with daily post
- Renewing insurance policies
- Admin related work
- Making/receiving numerous telephone calls
- Processing/attending to diaries
- Problem solving and critical thinking
Where you’ll work
Unit 2 Kings Road
Charfleets Industrial Estate
Canvey Island
Essex
SS8 0QY
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
DAVIDSON TRAINING UK LIMITED
Your training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
- Full on-the-job and off-the-job training will be delivered supported by our Training Provider - Davidson Training UK Ltd
- All training will be carried out within the workplace during working hours
- Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard Level 3
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and mathematics (if you already do not hold the equivalent) - Full training will be given leading to a recognised Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 4-9 or A*-C)
- Maths (grade 4-9 or A*-C)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
Other requirements
We are a fun and vibrant team! Our office is located on the industrial site of Charfleets. Please ensure you can commute with ease.
About this company
LAST IN THE ALPHABET. FIRST IN SERVICE! An innovative insurance broker, specialising in all types of insurance. With over 20 years’ experience in the insurance industry, XYZ Insurance specialise in providing insurance for those needing a policy tailored to their needs. Our focus is providing exceptional service and cover to those who carry passengers, parcels or drive vehicles for their own personal business. You may not immediately realise it but insuring those who drive for a living is often a difficult task. While you may be able to purchase basic motor insurance online, working with an independent agent like XYZ insurance is the best option if you need more specialised solutions. Here at XYZ Insurance we realise that speed and service are of the essence, as if your wheels aren’t turning… you’re not earning! XYZ Insurance has the knowledge and expertise to make sure you are covered in the event of any type of accident or incident. We are always here for you; whether you want to purchase a policy today or you are just asking questions, our team will make sure you get the service you need. XYZ Insurance may be last alphabetically, but we are first in customer service and satisfaction.
After this apprenticeship
There is plenty of scope for development within the company and you will be given full training right from the beginning and supported throughout your journey with us.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
DAVIDSON TRAINING UK LIMITED
Gemma Barr
gemmabarr@davidsontraining.com
07399586723
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000247196.
Apply now
Closes in 19 days (Friday 27 September at 11:59pm)
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