Account Executive

Gallagher; East Malling; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits programs designed for well‑be

Career development

People-first culture

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking an Account Executive to support clients across a broad range of commercial risks, including transport sectors. You will manage renewals, grow your book of business, and work closely with brokers.

The role offers flexibility with home-based work and monthly meetings in London or West Malling, with remaining time spent remotely and travelling to clients. You’ll join a global leader in insurance and risk management, delivering excellent client service within a collaborative

Qualifications

• Strong experience of general insurance products, services, and classes.
• Knowledge of the London Market, Lloyd's, and the wider industry.
• Experience in the transport sector (coach/bus/haulage) is desirable.
• GCSE/A-Level standard or equivalent; CII qualification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the renewal process, gathering information and discussing terms to secure best outcomes.
• Grow the book of business by identifying and acting on new opportunities.
• Visit clients as needed and handle account queries and credit control matters.
• Build strong relationships with brokers to access competitive terms.

Skills

General insurance experience

London Market knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel flexibility

Education

GCSE/A-Level standard

CI/II qualifications advantageous

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take the next step in your insurance career? Join our specialist team as an Account Executive, supporting clients across a wide variety of commercial risks, including the more specialist coach, bus and haulage sectors. As part of a global leader in insurance, risk management and consulting, you'll work with established mid-market clients while developing your expertise within a highly respected and collaborative team. This is a broad commercial insurance role, managing and developing client relationships across a range of risks. While the portfolio includes motor insurance and transport-related accounts, we're keen to hear from experienced commercial Account Executives from any sector background who are looking to specialise or broaden their expertise. You'll join a well-established team with a strong reputation in the transport market, supported by long-standing client relationships, quality new business opportunities and a dedicated in-house claims function. The role offers the autonomy to grow your portfolio while being backed by experienced colleagues and market specialists. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional client service and want to be part of a successful, supportive team, we'd love to hear from you. We're flexible on location and open to home-based candidates. You'll attend strategic team meetings approximately 1-2 times per month, typically in London/West Malling, with the remainder of your time worked remotely and traveling to clients.

How you’ll make an impact Manage the renewal process for your clients, gathering information and discussing terms to secure the best outcomes. Maintain and grow your book of business by identifying and acting on new opportunities. Build strong relationships with brokers to access competitive terms that meet your clients’ objectives. Visit clients as needed, showcasing your interpersonal skills and commitment to excellent service. Handle account queries and credit control matters, resolving issues promptly and escalating concerns when necessary.

About You You have a strong experience of general insurance products, services, and classes of insurance, as well as knowledge of the London Market, Lloyd's, and the wider industry. Strong sector experience in transport (coach & bus and/or haulage) is highly desirable. Holding or working towards one of the Chartered Insurance Institute Qualifications, Cert CII, Dip CII or ACII would be an advantage. Educated to GCSE/A-Level standard or equivalent, with an intermediate knowledge of the commercial insurance industry You're detail-oriented, with excellent administrative skills and a focus on accuracy. You're passionate about delivering outstanding client service and building lasting relationships. You're proactive and driven, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. You're eligible to work in the UK and are open to travel as required.

Compensation and benefits At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you're in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know. Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)