Commercial Account Executive

TN United Kingdom; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking a Commercial Account Executive to join their rapidly growing team. This role focuses on building long-lasting relationships with B2B clients, driving business development through marketing and networking. The ideal candidate will be tenacious, consultative, and eager to learn, with opportunities for career progression and professional qualifications.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance up to 4x salary

Income protection

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare Cashplan

Gym discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Experience winning new business and building relationships with B2B clients.
• Passionate about marketing, community engagement, and networking.
• Consultative approach with effective questioning and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with new and existing clients, ranging from sole traders to MDs.
• Work closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.
• Identify and explore new business opportunities.

Skills

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Consultative Selling

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21.05.2025

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05.07.2025

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Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people around the world. We have pushed the boundaries of insurance, united by a shared passion and a no-limits mindset. Our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team of 18,000 employees across over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many reasons, but stay for our culture. It’s what sets us apart and keeps our employees loyal. Whether your priorities are work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, or volunteering, you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

With a no-limits approach, we rise to any challenge. We find the right answers to questions, concerns, or risks by bringing the right people together. We also aim to change the insurance narrative—doing right by our clients while using insurance to build resilience for individuals, businesses, and communities. From pro bono work to insuring COVID-19 vaccine development to de-risking the carbon market, we use our skills, knowledge, and networks to make a difference and speed positive change.

We are actively seeking a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. Our local Commercial team has grown rapidly over the last 14 years, now comprising over 200 people across the UK. In this role, you will build rapport with new and existing clients, ranging from sole traders to MDs/CEOs of large organizations, working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.

About you:

You will have experience winning new business and building long-lasting relationships with B2B clients.

You must be passionate about developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, and client meetings. The stronger our presence in the market, the more successful you will be.

You will be tenacious and have a business curiosity, allowing you to identify and explore new business opportunities to benefit our clients.

You are willing to learn, as every day will be different. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive and further your professional qualifications.

You are consultative, capable of questioning effectively, and an active listener. You will fully understand client requirements and advise on products and solutions—always seeking opportunities and a ‘path to yes’.

Rewards:

We believe that great work and dedication should be rewarded. We offer:

• 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• Core benefits focused on your health and financial protection, including Life Assurance (up to 4x salary), Income protection, and a contributory pension scheme (4% employer, 5% employee, rising to 5% & 5% in April 2025)
• Access to a Healthcare Cashplan and various lifestyle and financial benefits such as gym discounts, salary sacrifice schemes, discounted health policies, and insurance products

What we offer in return:

A career that you define. We value diversity and seek individuals who share our values: bravery, support, and a desire to make a positive difference.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments, including flexible hours or hybrid working where possible. If you’re interested but have concerns, apply anyway, and we’ll discuss accommodations.

*Note: Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Contact your Recruitment Partner for more details.