Account Executive

Stride Resource Management Ltd; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resource management firm is looking for a Sales / Account Executive to join their Mid-Corporate Risks team. In this role, you will drive new business, manage existing client relationships, and ensure exceptional service delivery. Candidates should have strong insurance knowledge and the ability to exceed targets. This is a great opportunity for innovative thinkers to build a diverse client portfolio. Flexibility in work location is offered, with the head office based in Reading.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Generous pension contributions

Training and ongoing CPD support

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Strong technical insurance knowledge and practical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Achieve brokerage and fee income targets.
• Maintain high client retention and satisfaction.
• Develop and manage a prospect database.
• Ensure compliance throughout the sales process.
• Engage with larger clients directly.

Skills

Sales & Account Executive experience

Client relationship management

Report writing

Insurance software proficiency

Meeting deadlines

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Minimum DIP CII qualified

Tools

Insurance software

Job description

As part of our strategic growth plans for 2025 and beyond, we are offering an exciting opportunity for a Sales / Account Executive to join our Mid-Corporate Risks team. In this role, you will be responsible for generating leads, developing new business, and managing a portfolio of existing clients. You will also assist with client renewals and ensure high standards of service delivery. Our large account team supports clients with gross written premiums ranging from £10,000 to £1,000,000 across the UK. This role provides an excellent opportunity to build your own client portfolio across diverse sectors including construction, leisure and hospitality, professional services, care, and retail. We are seeking individuals with strong technical insurance knowledge and practical experience. If you are an innovative thinker who thrives on exceeding targets and can communicate confidently at all levels, we would love to hear from you. Our head office is based in Reading but we are open to candidates nation-wide to work remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve agreed brokerage / fee income targets
• Maintain high levels of client retention and satisfaction
• Develop and manage a prospect database
• Deliver a high standard of client service
• Collaborate with colleagues across the organisation
• Ensure compliance throughout the sales and service process
• Engage directly with larger clients alongside our Affinity and Partnerships team

Skills & Experience

• Familiarity with Sales & Account Executive roles
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Experience in identifying client needs and preparing market presentations
• Report writing for new and existing clients
• Proficiency in using insurance software
• Experience in obtaining insurance quotations
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Confidence in both telephone and face-to-face sales
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Effective presentation skills
• Support development of Account Handlers' technical knowledge

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence
• Minimum DIP CII qualified (or actively working towards)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Buy / sell holiday options
• Generous pension contributions
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and ongoing CPD support
• Retail discounts

Please apply below or email your CV to [e-mail]