Posted 2 years ago

An opportunity exists for you to join the JVIB team in our Cairns office as an Insurance Broker. JVIB was established in Cairns in 1996 and has grown from strength to strength over the last 25 years and is one of the most reputable brokerages in North Queensland.

JVIB recently merged with Regional Insurance Brokers. The merger created one of the largest insurance broking houses in the state with over 160 staff working from 17 offices. The Group provides advice and service to over 35,900 clients. Our aim is to ensure that all of our clients enjoy the choice of a wide range of insurance solutions to enable them to better run and protect their businesses and family assets.

The successful candidate will possess a friendly professional attitude, and excellent time management and prioritisation skills. You will be required to maintain a portfolio of new and existing clients.

Managing a commercial portfolio brings an opportunity for a passionate and driven Broker who is self-motivated to lead their own personal and team growth. You will be supported by a dedicated Broker Assistant. Managing the portfolio includes handling new business enquiries, placing risks with insurers, managing renewals, servicing client’s enquiries and administrating policy documentation.

To be successful in securing this fantastic opportunity the candidate we are seeking will be a team player, be highly organised, have an eye for detail, and have a high level of client service skills.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:

• Experienced broker with 5 years or more industry experience;
• Someone looking to take the next step in their career;
• Potential branch leadership opportunities;
• Experience servicing SME clients;
• Sound computer skills, confident communication skills, teamwork and strong documentation skills;
• The ability to work unsupervised within a team environment;
• Career focused, responsible, self motivated and enthusiastic;
• Tier 1, or diploma qualification in insurance broking;
• Experience in a similar Account Executive / Account Management or leadership position.
• General insurance broking knowledge and experience.

What's In It for You?

• A highly competitive salary package and employee benefits.
• Potential branch leadership opportunities;
• Genuine career development with a growing organisation in a stable industry.
• Dedicated Broker Assistant.
• Fantastic opportunity to gain further experience, qualifications, and ongoing development.
• Permanent full-time position.
• Company paid qualifications.
• Be a part of a diverse, friendly and social team.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have in the insurance industry?
• What's your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Have you completed a RG146 insurance broking accreditation?

To apply for this opportunity please click 'Apply Now' and include your current resume and brief covering letter outlining your suitability. Feel welcome to contact HR Manager Dani Gilligan on 07 3847 0403 for a confidential discussion.