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Ivan Goddard

Blackpool,Lanc

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong foundation in client relationship management, insurance product development, and customer service excellence. Demonstrates expertise in policy renewal processing, underwriting adjustments, and CRM software operation to drive customer retention and satisfaction. Skilled in problem solving, decision making, and conflict resolution, with a proven ability to build trust and foster long-term client relationships. Adept at analysing client needs, delivering tailored solutions, and managing mid-term adjustments while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Committed to leveraging business planning and professional networking skills to support organisational growth and deliver exceptional results.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Self Employed Insurance Advisor

Insurance Desk
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
04.2022 - Current
  • Generated increase in new clients by proactively contacting previous quotes and lapsed accounts.
  • Maintained up-to-date industry knowledge through regular professional development activities.
  • Handled insurance queries from quotation stage to renewal.
  • Established strong client relationships by providing excellent customer service.
  • Contacted potential clients and created rapport through networking and using referrals.
  • Met with clients to assess insurance needs and answer policy questions.
  • Helped customers determine appropriate products and policy terms.
  • Educated clients on risk management and assisted with mitigation and coverage strategies.
  • Communicated with customers to determine policy limits and degree of risk.
  • Updated clients on changes and subsequent effects.
  • Drafted quotes detailing policy premiums, coverages and payment structures.
  • Kept up with changes in insurance markets to accurately answer client questions and give suitable recommendations.
  • Managed and retained High Net Worth (HNW) clients for years by offering customised services to increase satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Guided clients on correct coverage limits based on analysis of risk factors.
  • Processed customer instructions for policy amendments.
  • Gathered customer information to assess coverage needs and recommend products.
  • Prospected potential customers to increase policy acquisition and meet revenue goals.
  • Drove business growth by cross-selling products, leading to better profit margins.
  • Maximised revenue by converting enquiries into sales.
  • Reviewed new insurance products from carriers to determine suitability for client needs.
  • Reported policy changes and company conditions affecting customer satisfaction.
  • Resolved disputes between clients and their insurance companies swiftly, fostering trustful relationship.
  • Called potential customers to set up appointments according to mutual availability.
  • Provided ongoing support post-sale ensuring continued customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted risk assessments to enable appropriate insurance cover.
  • Developed new sales leads through networking events and business contacts.
  • Met with customers to provide information about available products and policies.
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues on team projects, enhancing overall productivity.
  • Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
  • Liaised with insurers to negotiate terms for clients' policies.

Self Employed Insurance Advisor

Tayloor Francis
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
04.2011 - 04.2022

As above

Office manager

Castle NW ( Castle Insurance Tring)
Tring, Hertfordshire
04.2010 - 04.2011

All The above Plus I was in a run off / hand over of business after sale

Managing Director

Aspect Insurance
Blackpool, Lancs
04.2002 - 04.2010

All the above plus all the roles a MD has to operate

Office Manager

Tangent South West
Blackpool, Lancashire
04.2000 - 04.2002

As Above

Commercial & Scheme manager

Walton Vale Insurance
Liverpool
04.1997 - 04.2000

As Above

Self Employed Insurance Advisor

Warranty Holdings
Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire
04.1994 - 04.1997

As Above

Commercial Broker

Rowland & Hames
Blackpool, Lancs
04.1991 - 04.1994

As above

Commercial Development

Acorn
Preston, Lancashire
04.1990 - 04.1991

As above

Account executive

Wrightsure
Grays, Thurrock
04.1986 - 04.1990

As Above

Office manager

Anthony Gover
Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham
04.1985 - 04.1986

As above

Office Junior

Shiptons
Romford, Havering
04.1980 - 04.1985

As above

Education

O-Levels - British Constitution

Bishop Ward
Essex

0-Levels - Political Studies

Bishop Ward
Essex

0-Levels - Government & Politics

Bishop Ward
Essex

0-Levels - Economics

Bishop Ward
Essex

O-Levels - History

Bishop Ward
Essex

O-Levels - English

Bishop Ward
Essex

O-Levels - Maths

Bishop Ward
Essex

O-Levels - Art

Bishop Ward
Essex

A-Levels - Art

Bishop Ward
Essex

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Time-management
  • Self-motivation
  • Problem solving and analysis
  • Confidentiality
  • Active listening
  • Decision making
  • Customer service excellence
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Data Entry
  • Relationship-building
  • Client management
  • Policy knowledge
  • Product presentation
  • Computer literacy
  • Trust building
  • Policy renewal processing
  • Quotes and sales
  • After-sales support
  • Insurance product development
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Business planning
  • Initiative taking
  • Client needs analysis
  • Project Management
  • Insurance product knowledge
  • Professional networking
  • Customer retention
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Mid-term adjustments
  • Objection Handling
  • CRM software operation
  • Client rapport
  • Underwriting and adjustments
  • SSP Insurance Platform

Affiliations

  • Listening to Live music, I was a sound and light man before COVID and although I no longer do this for income I still enjoy messing around on the decks.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Self Employed Insurance Advisor

Insurance Desk
04.2022 - Current

Self Employed Insurance Advisor

Tayloor Francis
04.2011 - 04.2022

Office manager

Castle NW ( Castle Insurance Tring)
04.2010 - 04.2011

Managing Director

Aspect Insurance
04.2002 - 04.2010

Office Manager

Tangent South West
04.2000 - 04.2002

Commercial & Scheme manager

Walton Vale Insurance
04.1997 - 04.2000

Self Employed Insurance Advisor

Warranty Holdings
04.1994 - 04.1997

Commercial Broker

Rowland & Hames
04.1991 - 04.1994

Commercial Development

Acorn
04.1990 - 04.1991

Account executive

Wrightsure
04.1986 - 04.1990

Office manager

Anthony Gover
04.1985 - 04.1986

Office Junior

Shiptons
04.1980 - 04.1985

O-Levels - British Constitution

Bishop Ward

0-Levels - Political Studies

Bishop Ward

0-Levels - Government & Politics

Bishop Ward

0-Levels - Economics

Bishop Ward

O-Levels - History

Bishop Ward

O-Levels - English

Bishop Ward

O-Levels - Maths

Bishop Ward

O-Levels - Art

Bishop Ward

A-Levels - Art

Bishop Ward
Ivan Goddard