Account Director

Aegon UK; Scotland; Remote; GBP 69,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Aegon UK is seeking a dynamic Account Director to join its Distribution Employee Benefit Consultant Team. This pivotal role involves managing key client relationships, meeting financial objectives, and securing new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a strong network in the corporate benefits landscape and excellent relationship management skills. A competitive salary and various benefits are offered, including a non-contributory pension and a discretionary bonus.

Benefits

Non-contributory pension between 8%-12%

Discretionary bonus

Annual car allowance

38 days leave per year

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced parental leave

Retail discount vouchers

Cycle2work scheme

Subsidised restaurant

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of the UK corporate benefits landscape.
• Strong network of relationships with benefit consultants and corporate advisers.
• Proven ability to deliver high impact presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead relationships with senior personnel at key accounts.
• Manage accounts to align with adviser needs and expectations.
• Implement strategic account plans for growth.

Skills

Relationship management

Presentation skills

Strategic planning

Education

Knowledge of the UK corporate benefits landscape

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Permanent

Location: Remote (Frequent travel required to meet with Employee Benefit Consultants)

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Account Director

Permanent

Location: Remote (Frequent travel required to meet with Employee Benefit Consultants)

Salary: A competitive salary from £69,760 – £104,640 depending on the experience you can bring

Closing date: 11th June 2025

People are living longer and we’re excited by the opportunities this brings to help people live their best lives. We’re here for everyone who wants to make the most of their time on the planet and leave it a little better than they found it – however grand or humble their ambitions.

We help people live their best lives. We help them with the big stuff, for the moments that matter: Pensions, Savings, Investments. At Aegon, we strive in creating a diverse organisation that plays a meaningful role in driving greater equity, inclusion and belonging.

We’re looking for a dynamic and strategic Account Director to join our Distribution Employee Benefit Consultant (EBC) Team.

The Account Director serves as the primary liaison between Aegon and a panel of key workplace advisers and employee benefit consultancies. This role is pivotal in building and maintaining strong relationships with senior management and key stakeholders across these accounts.

The Account Director is responsible for meeting financial objectives, identifying and securing new business opportunities, and demonstrating a deep understanding of complex client needs to consistently exceed performance targets.

In addition to managing strategic relationships, the Account Director leads provider selection processes, including tenders, site visits and beauty parades. They work closely with the Workplace Solutions management team to enhance Aegon’s panel presence and distribution reach.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Lead Aegon’s relationships with senior personnel at key accounts.
• Manage relationships with accounts to align with adviser needs and expectations.
• Develop and implement strategic account plans to strengthen relationships and drive growth.
• Take ownership of senior-level relationships to uncover and secure new business.
• Create and execute plans focused on expanding new business opportunities.
• Align Aegon’s solutions with the evolving strategies of adviser firms.
• Maintain strong, strategic relationships with key decision-makers.
• Drive initiatives to secure and retain panel positions through tailored engagement.
• Anticipate changes in adviser strategy to position Aegon competitively.
  
  

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• In depth knowledge of the UK corporate benefits landscape.
• A strong network of established relationships with benefit consultants, corporate advisers and trustees.
• Proven ability to deliver high impact presentations and pitches within the workplace market.
• Excellent relationship management skills, with a focus on building long term partnerships.
• Solid understanding of the processes involved in bringing financial or marketing promotions to market.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex requirements for large corporate clients.
  
  

What’s in it for you?

• A non-contributory pension between 8%-12%
• A discretionary bonus, depending on personal and company performance
• Annual car allowance
• 38 days leave per year (including bank holidays, pro-rated for part-time)
  
  

We also offer private medical cover, life assurance, critical illness cover, enhanced parental leave and a variety of lifestyle benefits to help our employees live their best lives, including retail discount vouchers, cycle2work scheme, subsidised restaurant and online GP appointments. To find out more about what to expect at Aegon click here.

We're looking for talented individuals who are ready to make a real impact. If you're excited about new challenges and want to work with a team that values your skills, apply today!

The legal bits

We’ll need you to confirm you have the right to work in the UK. If we offer you a job and you accept, there are some checks we need to complete before you can start with us. This will include a credit and criminal record check, as well as providing satisfactory references.

Equal Opportunity Employer:We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, race, religion/belief, gender, sexualorientationor gender identity.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

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