Account Executive - Credit Risk

Harrison Holgate; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Account Executive - Credit Risk to develop and manage client portfolios in London. This hybrid role requires a strong background in relationship management and risk understanding, with responsibilities ranging from portfolio growth to compliance oversight. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in account management and an ability to build long-lasting client relationships. Competitive salary and bonus structure offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in account management and business development.
• Strong relationship management skills.
• Understanding of credit risk and financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow an existing portfolio by identifying new opportunities.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospects.
• Design pricing strategies tailored to client requirements.
• Lead the book and manage three direct reports.
• Handle compliance procedures across client portfolio.

Skills

Portfolio management

Relationship building

Risk management

Cross-selling

Job description

Overview

Position: Account Executive - Credit Risk

Salary: £150,000 - £180,000 + Bonus
Location: London, hybrid

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and grow an existing portfolio by identifying new and/or untapped opportunities, including cross-selling across relevant service lines
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospects through research, outreach, and delivery of new business presentations
• Design appropriate solutions, pricing strategies, and placement approaches tailored to client requirements, while ensuring business profitability
• Contribute to the setting of budgets for a portfolio of accounts and work to achieve agreed targets
• Lead the book and hold responsibility for three direct reports
• Coordinate the collection of all relevant information for annual renewals and endorsements, especially for key accounts
• Develop a deep understanding of each client’s business and risk management needs, providing tailored service solutions to address those requirements
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both market and client stakeholders
• Review and check policies, market presentations, and client documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Handle broking responsibilities or coordinate with placing brokers as needed, ensuring market agreements are achieved and tracked through appropriate systems
• Take overall responsibility for compliance procedures across your client portfolio

Application

Please contact Morgan Whittaker-Beecroft to apply or discuss

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