Account Executive – New Business/Commercial

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance brokerage is seeking an experienced Account Executive to join its team in the outskirts of Stratford-on-Avon. The ideal candidate will focus on driving business growth by developing new opportunities and nurturing existing client relationships while ensuring compliance with FCA regulations. This permanent position offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a hybrid work arrangement.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Income protection

Life assurance

Electric car scheme

Support for well-being initiatives

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Account Executive role within the insurance industry.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Ability to identify new business opportunities and drive growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities to achieve growth targets.
• Expand and nurture existing client accounts effectively.
• Ensure all activities comply with current FCA regulations.

Skills

Account management

Communication

Negotiation

Client management

Business development

Knowledge of FCA regulations

Tools

CRM software

Acturis

Job description

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Account Executive – New Business/Commercial

Role: Account Executive – New Business/Commercial
Location: Outskirts of Stratford-on-Avon
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, Hybrid (3 days WFH)
Salary: Competitive + NB Bonus + Car Allowance and Expenses

Our client, a leading insurance broker, is seeking a driven Account Executive to join their broking team in the Outskirts of Stratford-on-Avon. This is an exciting opportunity to drive business growth and deliver exceptional service within a company committed to protecting, excelling, and succeeding together.

Position Overview

As an Account Executive, you will be key to the company’s commercial growth. Your main focus will be on identifying and developing new business opportunities. You will also nurture existing client relationships, ensuring their needs are met and their accounts expand. This role is vital for building a scalable and successful client portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities to achieve growth targets.
• Regular client visits.
• Expand and nurture existing client accounts effectively.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with commercial clients.
• Ensure all activities comply with current FCA regulations.
• Represent the organization professionally at industry events.
• Maintain accurate client records using CRM systems.
• Monitor performance to ensure team and individual success.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an Account Executive role within the insurance industry.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Ability to identify new business opportunities and drive growth.
• Knowledge of FCA regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in CRM and insurance platforms.
• Experience with Acturis or similar policy management systems (desirable).

Benefits

• Company pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Income protection.
• Life assurance.
• Electric car scheme.
• Support for well-being and charity initiatives.
• Learning, development, and apprenticeship opportunities.