Senior Broker Equine Insurance, based Pierrefitte-en-Auge, France
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Passionate about horses and looking for a role that will have a meaningful impact on Equine Insurance?

Come and progress your career in our Equine Insurance team here at Markel France.

Join us and play your part in something special!

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.

The opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate sales professional with in-depth knowledge of the thoroughbred and trotting racing industry to join our highly professional team dedicated to equine insurance.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Broker Equine Insurance, with in-depth knowledge of the thoroughbred and trotting racing industry to join our highly professional team dedicated to equine insurance.

Based out of our office in Pierrefitte-en-Auge, Normandy, you will engage with brokers and clients in the region.
 

What you’ll be doing:

• Representing the company at races, sales, and other events in France and across Europe
• Managing and developing a portfolio of existing and potential clients within the equine insurance sector, particularly in the thoroughbred and trotting industries
• Promoting our services and offers within the horse racing industry
• Assessing clients’ needs and proposing tailored insurance solutions
• Handling and resolving sensitive or complex claims and insurance contract matters

• Negotiating with insurers and clients to obtain the best possible terms and solutions
• Ensuring regular and rigorous follow-up of client files.

Our must-haves:

• In-depth knowledge of the thoroughbred and trotting industry is essential
• Significant experience in insurance brokerage, ideally in the equine sector
• Fluent in written and spoken French and English
• Proven ability to solve complex problems and handle sensitive situations with tact and professionalism
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, communication, and negotiation abilities
• Basic accounting knowledge an advantage
• Team spirit and excellent interpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel frequently in France and abroad
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays according to the racing and sales calendar
• The legal right to live and work in France

Who we are:

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a Fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory, and investment operations around the world.

We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better | We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What’s in it for you?

• A stimulating work environment within a passionate and dynamic tea
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training
• Attractive compensation and competitive benefits
• A pleasant working environment in Normandy, in the heart of the Pays d’Auge, renowned for its equestrian activities

Are you ready to play your part?

If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward, reach their full potential and seize opportunities. You’ll find your fit amongst our diverse global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to think further because we believe that when we strive for better and realise our potential, we can help others reach theirs.
 

Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

Markel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background, if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with all reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful.