Account Executive

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG); Gateshead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG) is seeking an Insurance Account Executive in Gateshead. This dynamic role focuses on servicing client accounts while driving business growth. You will engage directly with clients and use your excellent communication abilities to secure new business opportunities, ensuring excellent client service at all times.

The ideal candidate will hold or work towards Chartered Insurance Institute qualifications and possess a solid understanding of the insurance industry. Join us at Gallagher where your work has a genuine impact!

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent with knowledge of general insurance.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for client interaction.
• Strong focus on customer service, ensuring clients' needs are prioritized.

Responsibilities

• Control the renewal process for clients and gather necessary information.
• Maintain and grow your book of business by securing new leads.
• Discuss renewal terms with clients and brokers to find competitive options.
• Visit clients and maintain strong interpersonal relationships.
• Resolve account queries and manage credit control efficiently.

Skills

Communication skills

Client service focus

Attention to detail

Understanding of general insurance products

Education

A-Level or equivalent education

Chartered Insurance Institute Qualifications (Dip CII/Cert CII)

Job description

Introduction

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate.

You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips.

Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve.

If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.

Overview

Would you like to join a team of expert Insurance Account Executives? Our encouraging and ambitious team are looking to hire the newest member to join their dynamic office.

Working for a global strength in the insurance market, responsible for servicing accounts in an efficient, flexible manner. Supporting your peers to meet client demands, achieve both renewal retention and growth rates. You’re driven, hardworking and business focussed, whilst keeping our clients at the heart of your actions.

How you’ll make an impact

• Control the renewal process for your clients. Gather information from Clients and Prospects using superb communication skills.
• Maintain and grow your book of business by chasing and securing new business leads.
• Openly discuss renewal terms with customers and seek alternatives to discuss with them. Talk to brokers and gain access to the most competitive terms that meet your clients objectives!
• Visit with clients as appropriate, it's here that your interpersonal skills will shine.
• Assess account queries and credit control matters, resolve efficiently and raise any concerns with the right team.
• Identify and act upon new-business opportunities, use sound judgement to recommend them if appropriate.

About You

• Holding/working towards one of the Chartered Insurance Institute Qualifications: Dip CII/ Cert CII
• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent with a strong working knowledge of general insurance products, services, classes of insurance.
• Strong knowledge of client market and insurance industry network, London Market, Lloyds and Industry.
• Due diligence in administration, policy documents and processes
• Excellent client service focus; the customer is always your top priority
• Generate and driving new business using exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Actively deal with ambiguity and have outstanding accuracy and attention to detail
• Continually building your industry knowledge and seeking development
• Eligible to work in the UK