Business Development Executive

Gallagher; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance broking firm is seeking a Junior Business Development Executive in Chelmsford. In this entry-level role, you will support the business development team, assist with client interactions, and maintain CRM systems. Candidates should be recent graduates looking to start their career, with a strong drive for business development. The position offers a competitive salary and a variety of benefits including holiday options and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life insurance

Income protection

Health cash plan

Discounted gym membership

Emergency back-up family care

Qualifications

• Prior experience in customer service or sales is beneficial.
• Strong drive to progress into a Business Development role in the future.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the business development team by handling new business queries.
• Prepare quotes and assist in report writing.
• Update and maintain CRM systems.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Recent Graduate or School Leaver

Tools

Salesforce

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12.08.2025

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Overview

Are you an ambitious individual eager to begin your career in business development? We are hiring a Junior Business Development Executive to join our team. As a Junior Business Development Executive, you will assist with new business queries, risk information, quotes, report writing, system updates, and prospect interactions. Gain hands-on experience and learn from experienced professionals in the field. How you'll make an impact Support the business development team by handling new business queries and preparing quotes. Assist in report writing and analysis to identify potential areas for business growth. Update and maintain customer relationship management (CRM) systems to ensure accurate and up-to-date information. Shadow senior executives to learn about effective business development strategies and techniques. Attend client meetings, either virtually via Teams or occasionally in-person, to gain exposure to client interactions and understand their needs. Interact with warm leads and prospects to build relationships and convert them into potential clients. Work towards an agreed sale target About You A recent Graduate or School Leaver who is looking for an entry level position in insurance broking. Prior experience within a customer service or sales role is beneficial. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal and time management abilities. Strong drive to progress into a Business Development role in the future. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Salesforce exposure is desirable. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. A proactive and self-motivated attitude. Eligible to work in the UK. Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up Health cash plan or Private medical insurance Other benefits include: Three fully paid volunteering days per year Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan Critical illness cover Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally Season ticket loan Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase Emergency back-up family care And many more…

Overview

Are you an ambitious individual eager to begin your career in business development? We are hiring a Junior Business Development Executive to join our team. As a Junior Business Development Executive, you will assist with new business queries, risk information, quotes, report writing, system updates, and prospect interactions. Gain hands-on experience and learn from experienced professionals in the field. How you'll make an impact Support the business development team by handling new business queries and preparing quotes. Assist in report writing and analysis to identify potential areas for business growth. Update and maintain customer relationship management (CRM) systems to ensure accurate and up-to-date information. Shadow senior executives to learn about effective business development strategies and techniques. Attend client meetings, either virtually via Teams or occasionally in-person, to gain exposure to client interactions and understand their needs. Interact with warm leads and prospects to build relationships and convert them into potential clients. Work towards an agreed sale target About You A recent Graduate or School Leaver who is looking for an entry level position in insurance broking. Prior experience within a customer service or sales role is beneficial. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal and time management abilities. Strong drive to progress into a Business Development role in the future. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Salesforce exposure is desirable. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. A proactive and self-motivated attitude. Eligible to work in the UK. Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up Health cash plan or Private medical insurance Other benefits include: Three fully paid volunteering days per year Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan Critical illness cover Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally Season ticket loan Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase Emergency back-up family care And many more…