The Client Advocate is responsible for maintaining client relationships. The CA role has a strong connection the client’s business and a fundamental understanding of the aviation industry. The Client Advocate contributes to and generates new opportunities with prospects by developing and closing on expanded business services, products and solutions with existing clients. Client Advocates assist in responding to RFPs, oral presentation and help make the pitch. Participation in RFPs may be required on some accounts. As a Client Advocate you should be comfortable with developing innovative solutions

 

The Client Advocate will be responsible for Aviation Accounts on a National basis. It is expected that the Client Advocate have relationships with Insurers and may be asked to assist with the placement of accounts.

 

The Client Advocate will be required to work with the Head of Aviation on training needs, KPIs, turnaround time, quality and adoption metrics, regulatory and compliance issues among other operational responsibilities.

The Role:

Major Responsibilities:

Owns and drives client strategy  Retains existing book of business, develop, and strengthen client relationships Maximizes the profitability of the client account & drives retention of that business Design and deliver client presentations/proposals, client advocacy reports, client service plans and schedules Follow up on client requests and communicate changes  Deliver confirmation of coverage to the client  Identify and pursue cross sell opportunities Educate the client on the various offerings and solutions WTW has to offer Creates and manages the E365 plan for the client Manages new business and the RFP process

The Resposibilities:

Knowledge/Skill/Behavior

Targeted 10+ years of Aviation or Insurance experience in a client facing role and/or Broking role Able to apply knowledge of coverage forms in the analysis of program design, the identification of coverage gaps, and ongoing coverage consultation   Ability to interpret, analyze, and present analytical models  Relationship Management skills: able to leverage internal and external relationships to bring WTW resources and assets tailored to client needs; ability to drive conflict resolution Negotiation skills: Ability to develop innovative and creative solutions to do complex deals, drive consensus across internal and external stakeholders to close deals and the ability to drive conflict resolution and secure concessions mitigating injury to client relationships  Business Acumen; knowledge of strategy, tactics, and solutions for the client, and/or in the marketplace Knowledge of commercial insurance renewal end-to-end process, steps and owners Excellent verbal and written communication skills; group presentation skills, ability to drive complex/technical conversationsExcellent project management skills: end-to-end oversight of large, complex, ambiguous, or multi-dimensional projects   Effectively advocates for change. Provides encouragement, takes control of team projects, leads key work areas, collaborates with others, provides clear guidance to ensure others fulfill roles effectivelyReceptive to feedback; critical thinking and problem-solving skills, high adaptability  Intellectual curiosity to help develop innovative and creative ideasProficient Microsoft Office skills and familiarity with other relevant online tools Must achieve and maintain insurance brokers P&C license and complete various continuing education activities as neededInsurance industry designations preferred but not required 

WTW Values & Behavior

All colleagues are expected to adhere to and demonstrate our Company Values consistently in every internal and external experience. Our Company Values - Client Focus, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – are more than words. Living our values every day drives our success – they frame our approaches and ways of working and embed the behaviors that drive our performance.

 

Overall individual colleague performance is determined by achievement toward meeting annual goals/ objectives and demonstration of Company values through behaviors.  

This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until a sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.

Compensation and Benefits
Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).

Compensation
The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $100,000 - $152,000 CAD per year. This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.

Company Benefits
WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k). All Level 38 and more senior roles may also be eligible for non-qualified Deferred Compensation and Deferred Savings Plans. 

At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a ”hybrid” style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and “hybrid” is not a one-size-fits-all solution.

We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and so we encourage requests for all types of flexible working as well as location-based arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter to discuss more.

EOE, including disability/vets