Commercial Account Executive

Lawes Insurance Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent insurance organization is seeking a senior Account Executive to manage and grow significant commercial accounts across the UK. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the insurance sector, demonstrating a proactive approach to client engagement and business development. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a rapidly scaling business backed by strong private investment, focusing on building relationships and delivering tailored insurance solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial insurance.
• Ability to manage a diverse portfolio focused on client retention.
• Familiar with compliance and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop a commercial book of business (£150K-£200K).
• Generate new business through outreach and referrals.
• Provide tailored insurance solutions to clients.

Skills

Communication

Client Relationship Management

Organisational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

ACII Qualified

Tools

Acturis

Job description

Lawes is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and fast-growing insurance organisation to appoint a senior Account Executive. This is a high-profile role and is essential in retaining and developing a substantial commercial book of business. Backed by significant private investment, the business is scaling rapidly across the UK, with more than 50 locations nationwide and a strong appetite for growth and acquisition.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and develop a well-established commercial book of business (£150K-£200K, depending on region and experience)
• Generate new business through proactive outreach, referrals, and industry engagement
• Provide tailored insurance solutions to mid-sized and larger commercial clients
• Ensure all work aligns with current compliance and regulatory standards
• Support business-wide objectives following recent structural changes aimed at boosting performance
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple locations to maximise opportunities and service delivery

DAY-TO-DAY

• Build and strengthen client relationships through regular, value-driven interaction
• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow your book of business
• Oversee renewals and manage policy changes effectively
• Work cross-functionally to ensure cohesive client service
• Keep up to date with market trends and regulatory developments to deliver informed advice

EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years of experience in the commercial insurance sector
• Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse portfolio with a focus on client retention and growth
• Proven success in driving new business
• Strong working knowledge of commercial insurance products and regulatory expectations
• Experience operating across competitive and regionally diverse markets
• ACII qualified or working towards the qualification
• Familiarity with platforms such as Acturis

SKILLS

• Excellent communicator with a natural ability to build trust and influence
• Commercially astute with a proactive, solutions-led mindset
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Works well independently and within team environments
• Informed and analytical, with strong awareness of insurance market dynamics

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on 07458162842 or email us at [e-mail]

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