Account Director - Power, Utilities & Renewables (Hybrid)

WTW; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Hybrid work options

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Group income protection

Pension with company match up to 10%

Volunteer day

Electric vehicle car scheme

Share scheme

Cycle-to-work

Dental and optical cover

Critical illness protection

Job summary

Willis Towers Watson seeks an Account Director for its Power, Utilities, Renewables & Energy (PURE) practice, to own client relationships and deliver tailored insurance solutions for high‑value accounts. The role can be based in Ipswich or London with hybrid options.

You will lead service delivery, drive new business opportunities, and collaborate with technical teams to place optimal solutions for diverse sectors. Prior experience in PURE and global accounts is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong PURE sector insurance experience is essential.
• Experience working on global/complex accounts.
• ACII or similar qualification (preferable) or working towards.
• Strong client relationship skills with experience managing clients of different sizes.
• Proposition building, market sizing and deployment of marketing and sales strategies.
• Experience in account development and converting prospects to clients.
• Ability to build relationships with clients, prospects, insurers and external specialists.
• Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Experience with processes and systems to support client services.

Responsibilities

• Ultimate responsibility for the provision of services to the client.
• Identify budget holders and establish relationships with key decision makers.
• Lead the supporting service team and coordinate with technical experts.
• Drive business development for winning, retaining and growing profitable clients.
• Structure and price placements to meet client needs and ensure profitable revenue.

Skills

PURE insurance experience

Global accounts

Client relationship

Proposition development

Sales strategy

Communication

Negotiation

Influencing skills

Education

ACII or equivalent

Job description

Willis Towers Watson seeks an Account Director for its Power, Utilities, Renewables & Energy (PURE) practice, to own client relationships and deliver tailored insurance solutions for high‑value accounts. The role can be based in Ipswich or London with hybrid options.

You will lead service delivery, drive new business opportunities, and collaborate with technical teams to place optimal solutions for diverse sectors. Prior experience in PURE and global accounts is essential.