Account Executive – Specialist Housing (Commercial Insurance)

Jensten; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity has opened for an Account Executive with a leading insurance intermediary group, Jensten. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio in the specialist housing sector and developing new business through various channels. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Commercial Insurance, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build lasting client relationships. Jensten offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and extensive benefits, including professional development and generous annual leave.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

5% employer pension contribution

Flexible benefits

Professional development support

Perks at Work discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in insurance sales and client management.
• Strong knowledge of Commercial Insurance products.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of clients in the specialist housing sector.
• Develop new business through referrals and prospecting.
• Ensure compliance with FCA regulations and internal standards.

Skills

Communication Skills

Client Management

Sales Experience

Organisational Skills

Networking Skills

Education

Cert CII qualification

Tools

Acturis

Job description

Are you a driven and experienced Commercial Insurance professional looking for your next challenge? Join Berns Brett, part of the Jensten Group, as an Account Executive in our growing Specialist Housing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in expanding our presence in a dynamic sector, working with a supportive team and a respected name in the industry. You’ll have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis from any of our UK offices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage and grow a portfolio of clients in the specialist housing sector
• Develop new business through referrals, website enquiries, and prospecting
• Identify and act on business development opportunities to attract new clients
• Cross-sell and up-sell relevant products and services to existing and prospective clients
• Present tailored insurance and risk management solutions to secure new business
• Understand clients’ operations, risks, and insurance needs
• Meet clients in person or via Teams to build strong, lasting relationships
• Ensure compliance with FCA regulations and internal standards, including Consumer Duty

What We’re Looking For

You’re a confident communicator and natural relationship builder with a strong background in Commercial Insurance. You’re motivated by success and committed to delivering outstanding service.

You’ll ideally have:

• Proven experience in insurance sales and client management
• Strong knowledge of Commercial Insurance products
• Excellent communication and networking skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
• Cert CII qualification (or working towards it) – desirable.
• Experience with Acturis – desirable.

What We Offer

We believe in rewarding our people. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews and annual sales-based bonus
• 27 days annual leave (including your birthday and a religious holiday of your choice) + bank holidays
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle
• Group Life Assurance
• Fully paid parental leave (3 months for maternity, paternity, and adoption)
• Professional development support, including study funding
• Perks at Work – discounts on gyms, dining, shopping, and more
• Holiday purchase scheme – buy up to 5 extra days annually

About Jensten Group

Jensten is one of the UK’s leading insurance intermediary groups, known for putting clients and people first. Since launching in 2018, we’ve built a standout business in a crowded marketplace—combining scale, expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Operating through six specialist divisions—Network Broking, Regional Broking, Schemes Broking, Specialist Lines, London Market Broking, and Underwriting—we deliver tailored insurance solutions directly to clients and through a network of trusted third-party broking partners.

Thanks to a combination of strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions, Jensten is now a Top 10 Independent Broker, placing over £650 million GWP into the market. We employ more than 1,000 people across 35 locations and work with 85 entrepreneurial franchise holders across the UK.

We fill the gap between large consolidators and local brokers—offering the scale and capability to compete at the highest level, while maintaining the agility, culture, and client focus of a truly independent business.

And that’s why you should join us.