ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Cowell Recruitment Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commercial Account Executive to join their friendly team in Preston. This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000, along with ongoing training and development. The successful candidate will play a key role in client relationship management, sales, and business development, ensuring that clients achieve their business objectives. With a focus on employee growth and support, this role promises a rewarding career path in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about sales and client success, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Income protection

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Gym discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Retail discounts

Ongoing training

Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

Qualifications

• 2+ years of B2B or commercial sales experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with commercial clients.
• Prospect and pursue new business opportunities to meet revenue targets.
• Manage existing accounts and identify upsell opportunities.

Skills

B2B Sales Experience

Commercial Insurance Knowledge

Client Relationship Management

Sales Negotiation

Education

GCSEs including Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Commercial Account Executive

Location: PRESTON

Role Type: Onsite

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5:30pm

Salary: Negotiable up to £45,000

Cowell Recruitment is assisting our client in Preston in their search for a Commercial Account Executive. Due to expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join a friendly, professional team. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary, with opportunities for career growth and development.

Join a well-established company that invests in its staff through continuous training, support, and growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain long-term relationships with commercial clients, acting as their primary contact, addressing inquiries promptly, and conducting regular meetings to understand and support their business objectives.
• Sales and Business Development: Prospect and pursue new business opportunities, generate leads, deliver sales presentations, and negotiate deals to meet revenue targets.
• Account Growth and Upselling: Manage existing accounts, identify upsell opportunities, and develop strategies to help clients achieve their goals.

Requirements

• Strong B2B or commercial sales experience; consideration given to candidates with 2+ years in personal lines or commercial insurance (training provided).
• GCSEs including Maths (Grade 4/C or above).
• Previous sales experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 (negotiable depending on experience).
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Core benefits including life assurance, income protection, contributory pension scheme, and healthcare cash plan.
• Lifestyle benefits such as gym discounts, salary sacrifice schemes, and retail discounts.
• Ongoing training, including paid further studies (Cert CII), with opportunities for career progression.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies and Employee Assistance Programme.

This is an onsite role with hours from 9am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday. Cowell Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Only applicants with the right to work full-time will be considered.