At Mortgageline, we have been helping our customers look after their Mortgage and Life Assurance needs for over 20 years. We have thousands of Irish customers and a strong team of 18 people working for us. We are one of Ireland’s most established Mortgage Brokers and have an excellent reputation with our clients and Business Partners.  We are very customer focused and our Company motto is Good People, Sound Advice.

About the Apprentice programme:

We are looking for an ambitious and talented individual(s) who shows the potential to develop into a high performing business professional. This opportunity is a three-year fixed term contract apprentice scheme that provides exposure to all aspects of our business, allowing you to develop your technical expertise as well as professional skills.

While on the programme, in addition to gaining on the job Mortgage and Insurance experience, you will complete the insurance industry professional qualifications APA and CIP/QFA as well as a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Insurance Practice (Apprenticeship) which is Level 8 on the NFQ awarded by ATU Sligo.

When you join Mortgageline, you will receive a tailored induction and will be assigned a business supervisor and mentor to provide support throughout the scheme.

We will work with you to enable you to reach your development goals and aspirations for your career at Mortgageline. 

In return, we expect you to bring the commitment and drive to add significant value to the company.

• Gather information from your clients, assessing their insurance needs and risk profile.
• Research insurance companies' policies and negotiate with underwriters to find the most suitable insurance for your clients at the best price.
• Research Mortgage Options from the lenders to find the most suitable mortgage product for your clients at the best price.
• Ensure that your clients understand the terms and the extent of the cover provided in line with industry regulations.
• Foresee your clients' insurance needs, such as policy renewals or amendments.
• Arrange specialised types of insurance cover in complex cases; this may involve preparing reports for insurance underwriters and surveyors and negotiating with insurers.
• Build and maintain ongoing relationships with your clients.
• Keep detailed records and complete administrative tasks such as paperwork and correspondence.
• Develop relationships with Bank and Life Managers, Surveyors, Solicitors, structural engineers, and other professionals.
• Keep up with changes in the insurance market and in your clients' industries.

About You:

You must be:

• Focused, diligent & be committed to work and studying for a level 8 education programme at the same time.
• Able to communicate effectively (in both written and verbal form.)
• Willing to be part of a team.
• Committing to the customer.
• Take ownership & accountability for own actions and responsibilities.
• Have attention to detail and time management.
• Have the ability to manage own workload.
• Strong relationship building skills.
• Aptitude to make real time decisions based on changing information.
• Problem solving abilities.

Benefits of Working in Mortgageline

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Education and Development support
• Staff Health & Wellness Programme – which covers both physical and mental health.
• Supportive working environment 

Minimum Entry Level Requirements:

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Mature students – if over 23 years there are no minimum educational requirements - documented interview required, maybe subject to an interview with ATU Sligo
• FETAC Level 5 qualification holders*
• Between 18 and under 23 years – Leaving certificate, minimum of 160 points to include two honours in higher level paper and passes in Maths and English/Irish with specific requirements on grades/levels

Application Process and Timeframes:

Application submission with CV to: admin@mortgageline.ie