Insurance Broker

Role: Insurance Broker / Protection Specialist

Proper Recruitment are delighted to be working with a growing brokerage in Essex, seeking a motivated Insurance Broker / Protection Specialist to provide tailored protection advice (Life, Critical Illness, Income Protection, Home/Buildings & Contents) to individuals, families and company directors. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment, delivering outstanding service while helping clients secure financial peace of mind. This role is hybrid working role.

Responsibilities:
Consult with clients to understand their protection needs, lifestyle and financial goals
Provide whole-of-market or panel-based advice across Life, CI, IP and Home/Buildings & Contents insurance
Prepare quotes, comparisons and clear recommendations aligned to client requirements
Ensure full compliance with FCA/network guidelines and internal procedures
Maintain strong product knowledge and keep up with industry changes
Build long-term client relationships through exceptional service and timely follow-up
Achieve and exceed personal and team-based sales targets and KPIs
Maintain accurate records; submit applications via CRM and insurer portals
Handle policy amendments, renewals and post-sale client queries

Requirements:
1–2+ years’ experience in insurance, financial services or protection sales (ideally advised)
Strong knowledge of Life, Critical Illness, Income Protection and Home insurance products
Excellent communication, rapport-building and objection-handling skills
Target-driven, self-motivated; able to work independently and as part of a team
Familiarity with FCA requirements and working in a regulated environment
Confident using CRM systems and insurer portals
CeMAP, R05 or equivalent qualifications (or ability to trade)

Benefits:
Competitive base salary with generous commission structure
Access to high-quality, warm leads from established mortgage businesses
Ongoing training, CPD and support from experienced team leaders
Clear career progression and support towards industry qualifications
Flexible working options (office-based/hybrid subject to experience)
Supportive, team-oriented culture focused on integrity and customer outcomes
Pension
Competitive Holiday Entitlement
HR & Wellbeing Services
Company Events / Mentoring & Coaching
Hybrid

Salary:
£30,000–£35,000 base + commission [OTE £75,000+]

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and apply.