Occupation
Insurance broker
Insurance brokers work for the client rather than the insurer, finding cover that fits what a person or business actually needs to protect. The job is part technical, understanding wordings and exclusions, and part relationship work, since renewals and claims support are where the value shows.
Also known as: Insurance agent · Insurance adviser · Commercial insurance broker · Insurance account manager
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Part of Finance, accounting and insurance
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What the work involves
Discuss what a client needs covered and what risk they can carry themselves.
Gather underwriting information and prepare a submission to insurers.
Compare quotes, wordings, limits, and exclusions across the market.
Explain what a policy does and does not cover before the client buys.
Arrange renewals and mid-term adjustments as circumstances change.
Support clients through a claim and press the insurer for a decision.
Entry-route stepper
How people commonly enter
The broking registration or licence required where you practise, plus employer training.
An insurance institute qualification taken while working in a brokerage.
A college diploma or degree in business, finance, or insurance.
An apprenticeship or trainee broking route with a brokerage or insurer.
Typical training: Varies by employer or jurisdiction
Licensing: Regulated in most jurisdictions. Confirm the current requirement with the regulator in your province, state, or country.
Pathways: Apprenticeship route
Work-context map
Typical work context
- Client sites
- Public facing
- Involves travel
- Desk based
Client sites · Public facing · Involves travel · Desk based
Related interests
- Enterprising (leading)
- Social (helping)
- Conventional (organizing)
Enterprising (leading) · Social (helping) · Conventional (organizing)
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