Business Development Executive

Sanderson; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance brokerage is seeking a driven Business Development Executive to join its Glasgow Retail Team. You will generate new business and support the growth of the commercial lines portfolio in a dynamic and supportive environment. Proven sales experience is essential. The role offers remote working with flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sales or lead generation role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and schedule new business opportunities.
• Maintain and update the CRM system with accuracy.
• Manage your own diary and ensure timely follow-up on all leads.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive engagement

Job description

Business Development Executive

A leading insurance brokerage is seeking a driven and ambitious Business Development Executive to join its expanding Glasgow Retail Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to advance their career in a dynamic and supportive sales environment.

About the Role

As a Business Development Executive, you'll play a key role in generating new business and supporting the growth of the commercial lines portfolio. You'll be part of a collaborative team focused on delivering exceptional service and results.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and schedule new business opportunities.
• Maintain and update the CRM system with accuracy.
• Manage your own diary and ensure timely follow-up on all leads.
• Work towards achieving personal and team annual sales targets.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a sales or lead generation role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident and proactive approach to engaging new leads.
• Strong problem-solving skills and resilience.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• A self-starter who contributes positively to the team.

Knowledge of the insurance sector is beneficial but not essential.

Working Arrangements

This role offers remote working with occasional travel to the Glasgow office, providing flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.