Broker - SME

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Howden Insurance Brokers (HK) Limited is part of the London-headquartered Howden Broking Group, a leading independent, global broker with offices in over 55 countries worldwide. It is the world’s largest majority employee-owned insurance group. Its regional footprint covers Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore (regional headquarters), Thailand. Howden creates and services insurance programs across a diverse range of insurance and reinsurance specialisms on a global basis. We are professional insurance brokers who act as intermediaries between clients and insurance companies, assisting our corporate clients in identifying the solution that best suits their needs in terms of risk management practices and financial controls, balancing premiums against a recommended level of cover. We are seeking an experienced Broker, SME Market to join our Hong Kong team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and expanding a portfolio of small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) clients, offering tailored financial or insurance solutions, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and compliance. YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and implement strategic plans to identify and engage potential SME clients (multi lines). Generate new business through proactive networking, market research, and identifying potential opportunities in the SME sector. Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and gather underwriting information to deliver tailored solutions and advisory services. Coordinate and prepare tender proposals, ensuring accurate and timely insurance placements aligned with client needs. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing account servicing including renewals, claims assistance, and ongoing advisory support. Build and maintain long-term client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and trust. Stay informed on market trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices relevant to SMEs in Hong Kong. Represent the firm at industry events and participate in professional development activities to continuously enhance expertise. Mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of internal capabilities and service standards. OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL BE Bachelor’s degree holder, with insurance qualifications to practice as an insurance broker in Hong Kong (i.e. IIQE Paper 1 & 2) is a must. Minimum 15 years of experience in SME brokerage, financial advisory, or insurance services. Strong understanding of the SME landscape in Hong Kong, including regulatory frameworks and business challenges. Proven ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships. Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. Highly driven and energetic with strong interpersonal communication skills, a good team player, and a proactive, self-motivated attitude. Fluency in English and Cantonese; Mandarin is a plus. YOUR BENEFITS AND SALARY Commensurate with qualification and experience Working in a collaborative and upbeat environment with development opportunities Yes, we offer all the usual rewards and benefits – including hybrid working, free beverage in workplace, competitive compensation, birthday leave, employee stock options and more – but we know you expect all that. What you might not expect is a job where everyone has a voice, where volunteering in the community is part of the day job, and where everyone is encouraged to play a part towards our sustainability goals. We want people who want to make a difference - not just in the workplace, but in the industry and in the wider community. Howden starts with people – a culture driving force in our work, pushing us to create a company we’re proud of. One that leverages the power of insurance to shape a better future, for our clients and our communities. Our culture: People first We have seen time and again that when we give our teams the space to perform and the support to grow, our clients reap the rewards. Diversity & Inclusion We consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people to join Howden has been and will continue to be key. If you are interested in the above role, please send your Curriculum Vitae with full career details, availability, current and expected salary to us. (Data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only.) Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Business Development Industries Insurance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Howden by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr