Practice Leader, Construction, Corporate

Marsh is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Brisbane office:

Queensland Practice Leader, Construction, Corporate

What can you expect?

The Practice Leader is responsible for servicing and growing a client portfolio of the Construction business in QLD. Their primary focus is providing customer service and portfolio management to both new and existing clients as well as Marsh colleagues, whilst developing internal & external relationships to achieve growth.

What is in it for you?

Marsh strongly believes in “Feeling comfortable bringing your whole self to work is a fundamental right of every colleague.” We offer following benefits to our employees so they feel valued each day at work: -

• Leading training and development program.

• Brand new agile workspace.

• Professional environment where your career path really matters and is supported in our global organisation.

• Great team environment with energetic and supportive colleagues.

We will count on you to:

As the Practice Leader you will work autonomously and with limited supervision.

• Develop renewal/placement strategies in conjunction with the Placement, Client Executive and executes in accordance with client instructions.

• Analyse quotes from carriers and provides analysis to colleagues and/or clients to assist with developing solutions and renewals.

• Build and maintains client and market contact at appropriate levels to execute effectively on client’s program.

• Provide excellent client service ranging from; fielding day to day queries, driving pre renewal strategy meetings, providing contractual reviews, claims support, negotiating positive renewal outcomes and responding to evolving client risk profiles through appropriate insurance solutions.

• Responsible for client retention and servicing the full portfolio of construction client’s insurances. Policies include but are not limited to; Contract Works, Public Liability, Professional Indemnity, Environmental, Motor, Plant and Equipment, Marine and Travel.

• Work closely with insurers to negotiate favourable solutions for clients

• Provide leadership, training and coaching to team members as required

What you need to have: 

• Minimum 10 years’ experience, preferably with construction or construction insurance background and knowledge of the policies listed above.

• Tier 1 FSRA qualification will be required.

• Dedicated to quality in all aspects of your work performance and client services, with a passion for customer service.

• A team player who naturally maintains solid working relationships with colleagues, clients, insurers and other relevant stakeholders.

• Excellent communication style able to effectively associate with various audiences, adapting approach as appropriate.  Displays sound listening and comprehensive skills.

• Acts on growth opportunities, demonstrates a willingness to take on increased responsibilities and displays the ability to act independently with limited, yet appropriate, referral to manager.

About Marsh:

Marsh is the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser. With over 35,000 colleagues operating in more than 130 countries, Marsh serves commercial and individual clients with data driven risk solutions and advisory services. Marsh is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the leading global professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. With annual revenue approaching US $17 billion and 76,000 colleagues worldwide, MMC helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman. Follow Marsh on Twitter @MarshGlobal; LinkedIn; Facebook; and YouTube, or subscribe to BRINK.

Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the appropriate approval to work in Australia. Successful applicants will be required to complete Criminal Record check prior to commencement of employment.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people regardless of their sex/gender, marital or parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.