Job Title: Sales Agent

Location: East London

Salary: 25,877 - 27,515 Plus up to 2000 per annum performance bonus

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

At Acorn Insurance we offer a clear salary progression track from day one:

A starting salary of 25,877 per annum with 1000 KPI bonus

After 6 months upon successfully passing probation, you will receive an uplift of 565 taking your salary to 26,442 per annum and an increase in KPI bonus to 1500

After 12 months service you will be eligible for a 2000 KPI related bonus and salary of 27,515

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 09:00am - 17:30pm

About the Role:

The Insurance Sales Agent role is a fast-paced, customer focused sales position, working in a friendly, target-driven inbound sales environment where teamwork and positivity are part of the company culture, the Insurance Sales Agent position will demand the very best of your sales and customer services skills as you deal with new and existing customers.

If you are a self-motivated individual who can build rapport with people from all backgrounds this could be an excellent opportunity for you to join an established Insurance company within the heart of London.

Through full training and continuous coaching inhouse you will be given full in-depth FCA regulated industry knowledge and have all the tools necessary to help you personally grow your career with the business and service our customers with all complex queries.

What you will be doing:

Quoting and closing new business enquiries
Building and maintaining long-standing client relationships
Amending customer policies, payments and schedules
Retaining existing clients at renewal
Supporting customers with existing policy amendments
Working towards individual and team targets
Providing excellent rapport building skills
Handling sensitive information and following data protection principles
Adhering to strict FCA guidelines
Providing a professional service and promoting our brand in a positive manner

What we're looking for:

Clear and effective communication skills
Ability to assist with clients of all ages and backgrounds
Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise work
Strong literacy & numeracy skills
Ability to develop relationships from scratch
Excellent telephone manner

About Acorn Insurance

With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.

Wellbeing:

Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.

Financial:

A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a 250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.

Reward, Recognition and Culture:

Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years' service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!

All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard.

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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Customer Service Executive, Client Support Advisor, Outbound Sales, Customer Service, Inbound Sales, Sales Agent, Account Manager, Business Development, Insurance Sales, Business Development Executive, Sales Executive, New Business Sales Executive, Sales Consultant, Sales, Customer Services Assistant, Customer Support Administrator, Outbound Sales Advisor, Customer Service, Sales Assistant, Sales Support, Inbound Sales, Customer Service Agent, Customer Service Assistant will all be considered.

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