Commercial Account Executive

Witcher Associates; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid working

Job summary

Witcher Associates in Manchester is seeking an experienced Commercial Account Executive to drive new business for SME and Mid-Market clients. You’ll build your own portfolio with support from a national brokerage, and help shape the Manchester operation from day one.

Ideal performers will have a proven track record in commercial insurance sales, strong networking skills, and the autonomy to manage their diary while travelling across the region. Hybrid working is offered.

Responsibilities

• Developing new commercial insurance opportunities across SME and Mid-Market
• Building and managing a pipeline of prospects and opportunities
• Developing long-term relationships with business owners, directors and senior decision-makers
• Networking and market engagement to generate opportunities
• Meeting clients face-to-face to understand their insurance requirements
• Collaborating with Account Handlers and broking teams to deliver for clients
• Growing the portfolio and establishing a strong Manchester presence

Job description

This is an opportunity for an experienced Commercial Account Executive to join an established national insurance brokerage at the very beginning of an exciting new chapter.

My client has opened a brand-new Manchester office and is looking for an ambitious, commercially driven Account Executive to play a key role in building its presence across the region.

This isn't an opportunity to inherit a tired book and simply manage what's already there. You'll have the freedom to build your own portfolio, develop your own relationships and create your own market presence, with the backing, reputation and resources of a well-established national brokerage behind you.

If you're a proven producer who enjoys winning new business and wants to see a direct connection between your performance and the growth of the office, this could be an excellent opportunity to make your mark.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for developing new commercial opportunities across the SME and Mid-Market space, building relationships with business owners, directors and senior decision-makers throughout the Manchester market.

You’ll have plenty of autonomy to manage your own diary, develop your network and identify opportunities, while working closely with experienced broking and Account Handling teams to deliver a high-quality service to your clients.

You’ll also have the opportunity to help shape the Manchester operation as it develops, giving you genuine visibility and influence from day one.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and winning new commercial insurance business across SME and Mid-Market
• Building and managing your own pipeline of prospects and opportunities
• Developing long-term relationships with business owners, directors and senior decision-makers
• Networking and getting out into the market to generate new opportunities
• Meeting clients face-to-face and understanding their businesses and insurance requirements
• Working closely with Account Handlers and the wider broking team to deliver for clients
• Growing your own portfolio and becoming a recognised presence within the Manchester market
• Contributing to the growth and development of the new Manchester office

About You:

We’re looking for someone who is already established as a commercial insurance producer and knows how to generate income.

You’ll be someone who enjoys the thrill of winning new business, is confident opening doors and has the commercial awareness to build credible relationships with senior decision-makers.

You’ll ideally have:

• A strong track record of new business generation within commercial insurance
• Proven commercial insurance income production
• Experience working with SME and/or Mid-Market clients
• Strong networking and business development skills
• Confidence dealing with business owners, directors and senior stakeholders
• A proactive, entrepreneurial approach to developing your own market
• The motivation to work autonomously and manage your own diary
• A willingness to travel and meet clients across the region

Why Join?

A genuine opportunity to build: You’ll be joining at the start of the Manchester journey, giving you the chance to establish your own client base and have a visible impact on the office’s success.

National backing, local freedom: You’ll have the infrastructure, resources, reputation and support of an established national brokerage, while retaining the autonomy and entrepreneurial feel of a new operation.

Real visibility: Your performance won’t get lost within a large established team. The business you win and the relationships you build will directly contribute to the growth of the Manchester office.

Competitive package: Up to £75,000 depending on experience, alongside an enhanced pension, life assurance and 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.

Flexible working: Hybrid working with the freedom to manage your own diary and spend time where it matters most with your clients and prospects.

Long-term progression: As the Manchester office grows, so will the opportunities around you. This is a chance to join early and grow alongside the business.