Business Development Executive

Ecclesiastical Insurance UK; Swansea; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Group Personal Pension

Bonus scheme

Holiday buy scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Enhanced sick pay and parental leave

Paid time off for volunteering

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in South Wales is seeking a Business Development Executive. The role focuses on achieving sales targets through proactive client engagement and relationship management. Candidates should possess expert knowledge in the UK Commercial Insurance industry and have a proven track record in generating new business. This position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 – £55,000 per annum plus bonuses, with excellent benefits including 28 days annual leave, pension scheme, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge and experience within the UK Commercial Insurance industry.
• Proven track record of delivering profitable growth.
• Cert CII qualification or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Achieve individual and team sales targets through proactive prospecting.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through tailored advice.
• Manage leads and income generation with effective resource planning.
• Maximise commercial opportunities in partnership with colleagues.

Skills

Expert knowledge in UK Commercial Insurance

Proven experience in new-business roles

Commercial acumen

Education

Cert CII qualification

Diploma in Insurance (or willingness to work towards one)

Job description

Business Development Executive

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (per annum, plus bonus)

Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Location: St. Clears / Llanelli / Swansea, South Wales (Permanent)

About the role: Lloyd & Whyte, part of Benefact Group, is looking for experienced Business Development Executives to join our Community Broking division in South Wales. Since 2021 we have expanded rapidly through acquisitions across the South West and South Wales, delivering specialist risk management and client‑first service. We are now seeking driven professionals who can grow our client book, lead client relationships, meet sales and renewal targets, and unlock new business opportunities in support of our wider growth strategy.

• Drive Sales & Growth – Achieve individual and team targets through proactive prospecting, outbound campaigns and strategic client engagement.
• Client Relationship Management – Build and maintain strong relationships via review meetings, mid‑term visits and tailored advice to exceed client expectations and maximise cross‑sell opportunities.
• Operational Excellence – Manage leads, meetings and income generation through effective diary systems, activity tracking and SMART time/resource planning.
• Collaborative Representation – Partner with colleagues to maximise commercial opportunities and represent Lloyd & Whyte professionally at external events and industry forums.

What you’ll need to have:

• Expert knowledge and proven experience within the UK Commercial Insurance industry, specifically a new‑business focused role.
• Commercial acumen with a track record of delivering profitable growth.
• Cert CII qualification (or equivalent experience).

What makes you stand out:

• Diploma in Insurance (or willingness to work towards one).

What we offer:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Group Personal Pension
• Bonus scheme
• Holiday buy scheme
• Health and wellbeing benefits, company cash plan, income protection and life assurance
• Enhanced sick pay and parental leave
• Support and funding toward study and professional qualifications
• Paid time off for volunteering

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