Insurance Broker

Insurance brokers are independent professionals who advise on life, personal, commercial, corporate and other forms of insurance from a range of insurance companies.

Insurance brokers may perform the following tasks:

• draw up a list of potential clients
• make contact with these clients and see if they are interested in insurance
• interview prospective clients to explain the details of an insurance policy and make recommendations on the amount and type of cover that may be required
• research and review available insurance products to make sure that clients are given the best and most appropriate offer
• negotiate policy premiums and conditions with insurers on behalf of clients
• arrange insurance according to client instructions
• regularly review client circumstances to make sure their level of cover is appropriate
• market their services to increase their number of clients
• collect premiums on behalf of insurers.

Personal Requirements:

• an aptitude for numbers and calculations
• sound judgment
• perseverance and motivation
• good negotiation skills
• ability to pay attention to detail
• good communication skills.

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