Insurance Broker Review

I am an Apprentice Insurance broker working within the Financial Services team. My role is all encompassing as it involves handling accounts and obtaining terms from insurers. I interact with other Aon network offices who effectively are the client as they have direct contact with them. I speak to underwriters on a regular basis, whether that be to obtain terms or just discuss a risk. I am responsible for placing insurance policies from Cradle to grave i.e. from the initial contact at renewal or new enquiry, to the point where we issue the invoice. I send a lot of emails in a day and also speak to people on the phone.

I have obtained my Cert CII qualification after completing 3 exams. I have vastly improved my communication skills both verbally and through email. Meeting new people has boosted my confidence and improved my approach to conversations. I have attended several training sessions about my relevant field of insurance.

My team environment is extremely inclusive and I could not be happier where i am. It exceeded my expectations.

Very early on I got involved in some basic account work and i have not look back. i feel like my team trust me to carry out tasks without constant help and guidance, though it is always there if needed. I have received an Aon Star award in recognition of my efforts.

Since induction, Aon have been very involved in making the experience as structured as possible. The study sessions for each exam were helpful for our development. There has been support throughout the whole process so far.

The training providers are constantly willing to help and are very responsive with any issues.

I have always had the upmost amount of support from everyone around me and never felt like I have no one to turn to.

All costs are covered.

I often intereact with underwriters with my team to improve relationships i.e. meeting for lunch or attending corporate events. There are Multiple volunteering opportunities within Aon like 'empower colleagues for results day'. Also as an apprentice there are more oppportunities to volunteer.

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Aon is an excellent place to begin your career and develop as a person. I have learnt so much in such little time and I have been paid in the process.

Always be yourself as people will see through you.