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WTW inc.

Client Advocate - Construction

Seattle, WA · On-site

Mentor and support the development of Associate Client Advocates (ACAs) and broader account teams. * Perform other duties as identified and appropriate to ensure exceptional client experience ...

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WTW inc.

Client Advocate - Construction

Seattle, WA

Mentor and support the development of Associate Client Advocates (ACAs) and broader account teams. * Perform other duties as identified and appropriate to ensure exceptional client experience ...

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Sally Beauty

Sales Associate - CosmoProf Store #

Kent, WA

$17 - $19.50/hr

We offer supplemental life insurance, associate advocacy benefits, and a host of voluntary benefits from accident insurance to identity theft protection to pet insurance. Requirements: Legal wants ...

Sally Beauty

Sales Associate - CosmoProf Store #

Seattle, WA · On-site

$17 - $19.75/hr

We offer supplemental life insurance, associate advocacy benefits, and a host of voluntary benefits from accident insurance to identity theft protection to pet insurance. Requirements: Legal wants ...

Sally Beauty

Sales Associate - CosmoProf Store #

Tacoma, WA

$16 - $18.50/hr

We offer supplemental life insurance, associate advocacy benefits, and a host of voluntary benefits from accident insurance to identity theft protection to pet insurance. Requirements: Legal wants ...

Sally Beauty

Sales Associate - CosmoProf Store #

Renton, WA · On-site

$16.75 - $19.50/hr

We offer supplemental life insurance, associate advocacy benefits, and a host of voluntary benefits from accident insurance to identity theft protection to pet insurance. Requirements: Legal wants ...

Sally Beauty

Sales Associate - CosmoProf Store #

Burien, WA

$17.25 - $19.75/hr

We offer supplemental life insurance, associate advocacy benefits, and a host of voluntary benefits from accident insurance to identity theft protection to pet insurance. Requirements: Legal wants ...

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What is an associate advocate?

Associate Advocates are entry- to mid-level professionals who support legal cases, client representation, or advocacy work under the supervision of senior advocates or attorneys. Their responsibilities may include conducting legal research, drafting documents, assisting with case preparation, and communicating with clients. Associate Advocates often work in law firms, non-profit organizations, or corporate legal departments and help ensure that clients’ legal needs are met efficiently. They are typically early in their legal careers and may be working towards becoming fully qualified advocates or attorneys.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an associate advocate?

To excel as an Associate Advocate, you need a law degree, strong legal research and writing abilities, and admission to the bar. Familiarity with legal databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management software, and court filing systems is essential. Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and attention to detail are valuable soft skills for building client trust and crafting persuasive arguments. These skills and qualifications ensure effective legal representation, case preparation, and successful client advocacy.

What are common challenges faced by an associate advocate when working on multiple cases simultaneously?

As an Associate Advocate, managing multiple cases at once can be challenging due to competing deadlines, varying client needs, and the need to stay updated on diverse legal issues. Effective time management and organizational skills are essential to prioritize tasks, prepare documents, and coordinate with senior advocates and clients. Additionally, adapting quickly to changing case requirements and maintaining high attention to detail are crucial for success in this dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Associate Advocate vs Junior Advocate?

AspectAssociate AdvocateJunior Advocate
Required CredentialsLaw degree, Bar Council registration, sometimes internship experienceLaw degree, Bar registration, often recent graduates or less experience
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, courts, legal departmentsLaw firms, courts, legal departments, often in training or entry-level roles
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in law firms and legal institutionsUsed interchangeably in some regions, often indicating early career stage

In summary, an Associate Advocate is typically a legally qualified professional with some experience, working in law firms or courts, while a Junior Advocate is often a recent graduate or entry-level lawyer starting their legal career. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in experience level and responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Advocate jobs in Kent, WA?

The most popular types of Advocate jobs in Kent, WA are:

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Associate Client Advocate

Willis Towers Watson

Seattle, WA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Willis Towers Watson rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 152 rated financial services

Job description


The Associate Client Advocate (ACA) is responsible for supporting the client relationship and the strategy development and execution at the insurance program level, in conjunction with a Producer, GCA, or CA on Large or Complex accounts or for leading the client relationship and strategy development and execution on Middle Market house accounts.
The Associate Client Advocate coordinates WTW resources to provide service and placement to meet the client's insurance and risk management needs. The Associate Client Advocate has a strong connection to the client's business and fundamental understanding of its industry and is the client's primary contact for ongoing insurance needs. The Associate Client Advocate supports opportunities to maximize the profitability of existing clients by account rounding and may support new business efforts.
The primary responsibility of the Associate Client Advocate is to provide an exceptional client experience, with a primary focus on direct client engagement. Responsibilities include engagement and interaction with internal resources and functions to enable the exceptional client experience.
There is potential to assist and respond to defensive RPFs and attend oral presentations.
In this role there is potential to:
  • Lead an account that:
  • Is not complex/difficult
  • Has revenue on or about $75K or less
  • Is categorized as a middle market account

As an ACA you are expected to have:
  • Basic negotiation skills and demonstrated experience
  • Basic management skills and demonstrated experience
  • Basic project management skills and demonstrated experience
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Ability to adapt to change

As an ACA you have the potential to serve as a mentor, or a partner/ team member or a Team Lead
Note: Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.
The Role
  • Retains existing book of business, develop, and strengthen client relationships
  • Identifies, engages, and integrates delivery of all WTW internal resources to deliver an exceptional client experience
  • Depending on account complexity, provides direct or supporting strategic planning and consulting advice to clients; monitors insurance and risk management needs in collaboration with WTW resource, practice, and industry groups. Recommend appropriate solutions throughout the policy term (including acquisition due diligence)
  • Maximizes the profitability of the client account & drive retention of that business
  • In collaboration with the lead client relationship manager, actively expands existing client relationships and supports new business prospecting
  • Engages with sales and broking to understand marketplace changes
  • Supports the fee/compensation agreement process
  • Supports defensive RFP responses
  • Supports the creation of the E365 plan and Client Stewardship report
  • Designs and delivers full client presentations/proposals, client advocacy reports, client service plans and schedules
  • Coordinates the renewal process to establish and implement the client-specific renewal strategy,collaborates with WTW resources, practice, and industry groups to develop and deliver renewal to clients
  • Ensures Group policy requirements (legal, regulatory & compliance) are met
  • Other duties as identified and appropriate

Qualifications
The Requirements
  • Targeted at least 4-6 years of commercial Property & Casualty insurance knowledge/experience in a client-facing role or demonstrated capabilities to complete role responsibilities
  • Able to apply knowledge of coverage forms in the analysis of program design, the identification of coverage gaps, and ongoing coverage consultation
  • Depending on complexity of account, need ability to understand, interpret, analyze, and/or present analytical models
  • Relationship Management skills: ability to leverage internal and external relationships to bring WTW resources and assets tailored to client needs
  • Negotiation skills - ability to drive conflict resolution and secure concessions without damaging 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 conversations
  • Receptive to feedback; critical thinking and problem-solving skills, high adaptability
  • Supports CA in advocating for change. Provides encouragement, takes control of team projects, leads key work areas, collaborates with others, provides clear guidance to ensure others fulfill roles effectively
  • Strong project management skills: Support the CA in end-to-end oversight of large, complex, ambiguous, or multi-dimensional projects
  • Proficient Microsoft Office skills and familiarity with other relevant online tools
  • Must achieve and maintain insurance broker's P&C license and complete various continuing education activities as needed
  • Insurance industry designations preferred but not required (CPCU, ARM, CIC, CRIS, CRM)

This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.
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 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 (only included for Washington roles)
  • Retirement Benefits: Qualified contributory pension plan (if eligible) and 401(k) plan with annual nonelective company contribution. Non-qualified retirement plans available to senior level colleagues who satisfy the plans' eligibility requirements.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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

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