Account Director - Insurance

WTW; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Account Director to join their Transport Practice. This exciting role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of clients, focusing on retention and new business development. The ideal candidate will have a generalist insurance background and strong relationship-building skills. You'll play a key role in delivering tailored insurance solutions while supporting business growth through networking and cross-selling. Join a team committed to knowledge growth and personal development in a hybrid work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Generalist insurance background with a proven client service track record.
• Knowledge of global insurance markets and experience in new business sales.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, focusing on retention and new business development.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their business and risk needs.

Skills

Client Service

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Business Development

Insurance Knowledge

Education

Degree Level Education

Professional Qualifications (ACII)

Job description

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We have an excellent opportunity to join our Transport Practice as an Account Director. This role can be based in either our Ipswich or London offices and will be offered on a hybrid basis.

Role Overview

Transport experience is not necessary. We are seeking an experienced Account Director with a generalist background, or experienced Account Executives ready to step into an AD role.

Join a diverse team focused on knowledge growth and personal development, providing client service, risk, and insurance solutions to UK and global clients across various transport sectors.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, focusing on retention and new business development.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their business and risk needs.
• Identify decision-makers, provide technical expertise, and develop tailored insurance solutions.
• Support business growth through prospecting, networking, and cross-selling.
• Ensure transparent and compliant placement of insurance policies.
• Deliver high-quality client service, manage KPIs, and adhere to regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Generalist insurance background with a proven client service track record.
• Knowledge of global insurance markets and experience in new business sales.
• Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Degree level education preferred, with professional qualifications like ACII advantageous.

At WTW, we value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the markets we serve.