Account Handler (SC290426IR2)

Overview

Reference
SC290426IR2

Salary
£28,000 - £38,000/annum

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- Yorkshire and the Humber -- West Yorkshire -- Huddersfield

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
29 April 2026


Account Handler

Motor, Personal & Commercial Insurance
Location: Holmfirth, Huddersfield (HD9)
Salary: £28,000 – £38,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Contract: Permanent


The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Insurance Account Handler to join a well-established and highly respected insurance agency based in the Holmfirth area.

This role offers the chance to work within a supportive, professional environment where you will play a key part in delivering exceptional service to both new and existing clients across motor, personal and commercial insurance.


The Role

Following completion of training, your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing a portfolio of existing clients across motor, personal and commercial insurance
  • Speaking with customers to understand their insurance needs and providing tailored solutions
  • Handling mid-term adjustments, renewals, and new business enquiries
  • Working closely with underwriters and internal teams to deliver the best outcomes for clients
  • Ensuring all work is carried out compliantly within a regulated environment
  • Building strong relationships with clients through excellent service and communication

This is a varied role with exposure across multiple areas of insurance, offering excellent scope for professional development.


About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

  • Previous experience within the insurance sector
  • Experience handling commercial insurance policies, ideally with premiums up to £50,000
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • A professional and confident telephone manner
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Confidence working within a regulated environment

Desirable:

  • Experience within agricultural or farm insurance (advantageous but not essential)

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary (£28k–£38k depending on experience)
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
  • Pension scheme
  • Death in service benefit
  • Bonus scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • Full training and ongoing professional development

Thank you for applying for this position. For any further questions, please contact Shannon Clough at Interaction Recruitment Leeds using Shannon.clough@irweb.co.uk / 0113 866 2042

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Contact information

Shannon Clough