Business Development Executive Haulage & Logistics Sector

WTW; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global risk management firm in Reading is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive growth in the haulage and logistics sector. In this role, you will create and manage client relationships, identify new opportunities, and deliver tailored insurance solutions. Ideal candidates will have proven sales experience and a deep understanding of fleet operations. The position offers a supportive environment with benefits like comprehensive health coverage and a pension scheme, promoting both career advancement and wellbeing.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus an extra day

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Matched pension contributions up to 10%

Access to employee assistance programme

Fully paid volunteer day

Electric vehicle/car scheme

Cycle-to-work programme

Dental and optical cover

Critical illness protection

Qualifications

• Proven sales/business development experience in insurance, logistics, or transport.
• Deep understanding of fleet operations and risk.
• Collaborative mindset and tech-savvy.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage prospects in haulage, logistics, and fleet sectors.
• Build lasting relationships and tailor insurance solutions.
• Represent the company at industry events.
• Develop and execute plans aligned with company goals.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Experience

B2B Sales

Marketing

Cold Calling

Sales Pipeline

Salesforce

Inside Sales

Customer relationship management

CRM Software

Negotiation

Lead Generation

Job description

Description

Join WTW as a Haulage & Logistics Sector Business Development Executive and play a pivotal role in shaping risk solutions for one of the most dynamic sectors in the global market. In this position you will leverage your deep industry expertise to deliver innovative strategies that help clients navigate complex challenges in transportation, supply chain and logistics. Working at the intersection of risk management and operational excellence you’ll collaborate with leading organizations to drive resilience, efficiency and growth in an ever‑evolving marketplace.

The Role

As a Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for creating and managing client relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and delivering tailored insurance solutions to the haulage, logistics and fleet sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Client Acquisition

• Identify and engage prospects in haulage, logistics and fleet sectors
• Build lasting relationships and tailor insurance solutions
• Represent Willis at industry events, trade bodies, seminars and conferences
• Work with regional teams to build and convert sales pipelines

Sales Strategy

• Track and report on sales performance, pipeline development and market trends
• Leverage LinkedIn for networking

Industry Insight & Solutions

• Develop and execute plans aligned with Willis goals
• Collaborate internally to deliver integrated offerings
• Stay current on fleet risk, EVs, telematics and regulations
• Partner with engineers and analysts to create bespoke solutions

Sector knowledge and credibility

• Support clients with continuity and crisis planning

Key Competencies

• Being driven to deliver results
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving
• Client‑focused approach

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven sales / business development in insurance, logistics or transport
• Deep understanding of fleet operations and risk
• Collaborative mindset and tech‑savvy

Benefits

You’ll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle/car scheme, share scheme, cycle‑to‑work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WTW we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers from the application process through to joining WTW please email.

Key Skills

• Business Development
• Sales Experience
• B2B Sales
• Marketing
• Cold Calling
• Sales Pipeline
• Salesforce
• Inside Sales
• Customer relationship management
• CRM Software
• Negotiation
• Lead Generation

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Department / Functional Area: Sales

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1