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Posted 21 July, 2026

Account Handler

NJR Recruitment
Manchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Step into a role where you’ll work with some of the biggest and most complex insurance accounts in the market! We’re looking for an Account Handler to join a specialist team in Manchester, managing a focused portfolio of large commercial and corporate clients with significant premiums and challenging risks.

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This isn’t just about servicing accounts - it’s about becoming a trusted partner to clients, building relationships, and learning directly from experienced Account Executives. You’ll be hands-on with major accounts, giving you the opportunity to act as a key point of contact for your respected clients.

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The Account Handler role:

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  • Managing a defined portfolio of large and complex commercial accounts.
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  • Acting as a key point of contact for clients, handling queries, renewals, amendments and mid-term changes.
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  • Joining client visits and building strong, professional relationships.
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  • Working closely with Account Executives to deliver outstanding service and spot opportunities for growth.
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  • Providing technical support across complicated risks while ensuring compliance.
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Our Ideal Account Handler:

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  • Experience in commercial or corporate insurance, ideally handling larger accounts.
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  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
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  • Confidence in communication, negotiation, and relationship management.
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  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
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  • Cert CII (or a commitment to work towards it with full support).
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Benefits of the role:

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  • Salary up to £45,000 plus benefits, depending on experience.
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  • Hybrid working – three days in the office, two from home.
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  • Full support for Cert CII exams and professional development.
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  • Highly competitive company pension contributions
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  • Life assurance
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  • Income protection
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  • Health assessments and micro health checks.
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  • Employee-only healthcare (option to extend to family).
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  • 27 days holiday (option to buy / sell)
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  • Cycle to work scheme
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  • Gym membership
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  • Retail and restaurant discounts
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  • Critical illness insurance
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  • Dental insurance
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Ready to make an impact?

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If you thrive on responsibility, client interaction, and complex account management, we want to hear from you!

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For a confidential chat, contact one of our specialist consultants and quote job reference NJR16262