Account Executive

Yolk Recruitment; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance brokerage in Wales is seeking a motivated Commercial Account Executive to drive business development and foster long-term client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a strong track record in B2B client management and a consultative sales approach. Responsibilities include winning new business, promoting services through networking, and collaborating with senior stakeholders. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a clear pathway for career progression, supported by professional training and development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Healthcare Cash Plan

Fully funded CII professional qualifications

Gym membership discounts

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Proven experience winning new business and building long-lasting B2B client relationships.
• A genuine passion for business development and growing a market presence.
• A tenacious mindset with the ability to spot and develop new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Developing strong, long-term relationships with existing and prospective B2B clients.
• Winning new business across a broad range of commercial clients.
• Actively promoting the business through networking and client meetings.

Skills

Business development

B2B client relationship management

Consultative approach

Strong communication skills

Networking

Job description

Commercial Account Executive

Location: Cardiff
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Yolk Recruitment is proud to be working with a highly respected and growing insurance brokerage to recruit a Commercial Account Executive.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, people-focused organisation that has experienced consistent growth over a number of years. The business is now looking to appoint an additional Development-focused Account Executive to support continued expansion of its commercial client portfolio.

The Role

As a Commercial Account Executive, you will be responsible for developing and growing a portfolio of commercial clients, working closely with senior leadership to achieve strategic growth objectives.

Your role will involve:

• Developing strong, long-term relationships with existing and prospective B2B clients
• Winning new business across a broad range of commercial clients, from sole traders to senior decision-makers within larger organisations
• Actively promoting the business through networking, community engagement, marketing initiatives, and client meetings
• Identifying and exploring new commercial opportunities through a consultative, solutions-led approach
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to deliver sustainable growth and strong client outcomes

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience winning new business and building long-lasting B2B client relationships
• A genuine passion for business development and growing a market presence
• A tenacious, curious mindset with the ability to spot and develop new opportunities
• A consultative approach, with strong questioning and listening skills
• The ability to fully understand client needs and recommend appropriate insurance solutions
• A willingness to learn and continue developing professionally within commercial insurance

This role offers a clear pathway for career progression, supported by ongoing training and fully funded professional qualifications.

Rewards & Benefits

Our client offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Healthcare Cash Plan providing access to 17 fully funded benefits
• Excellent training and development programmes with accelerated career progression
• Fully funded CII professional qualifications
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym membership discounts across the UK
• Access to discounted personal health policies and a wide range of insurance products
• High street retailer discounts through a reward and recognition platform
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)