Commercial Account Executive

A-Plan; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Oxford is seeking a Commercial Account Executive to foster relationships with new and existing clients. You will engage with a range of clients, from sole traders to large organizations, while working closely with the Branch Manager to meet objectives. Ideal candidates will have a background in business development and a passion for delivering tailored solutions to clients. The position offers a competitive benefits package including holidays, health and financial protection.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Core health and financial benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare Cashplan

Gym membership discounts

Discounted insurance policies

Qualifications

• Experience in winning new business with B2B clients.
• Passion for business development and marketing.
• Curiosity to identify new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with various client types.
• Collaborate with the Branch Manager to meet goals.

Skills

Business development

Relationship building

Client engagement

Consultative selling

Communication

Job description

Overview

With a no limits approach, we can rise to any challenge. Whatever the question, the concern, or the risk, we can get the right people in a room and find the right answer. Our collective power is also helping us to change the insurance narrative - doing right by our clients while using insurance as a tool 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're using our skills, knowledge, and networks to make a difference and speed positive change in the world around us.

We are actively looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. Our local Commercial team have grown rapidly over the last 14 years', and we now have over 200 people within the team across the UK. In this role you will be responsible for building rapport with new and existing clients, who could range from sole traders, through to the MD/CEO of a large organisation, and working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with new and existing clients, ranging from sole traders to the MD/CEO of large organisations.


• Work closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.

Qualifications

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


• You must have a passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, and client meetings.


• You will be tenacious with business curiosity to identify and explore new opportunities to drive the best outcomes for clients.


• You are willing to learn and see this as an opportunity to progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive and grow professional qualifications.


• You are consultative, able to question effectively, and an active listener who fully understands client requirements to advise on products and solutions while identifying opportunities and a path to yes.

Rewards / Benefits

• 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing through length of service


• Core benefits focused on health and financial protection: Life Assurance up to 4x salary; Income protection for up to 5 years


• Contributory pension scheme - 5% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution


• Healthcare Cashplan and access to lifestyle and financial benefits


• Discounts on gym memberships, salary sacrifice schemes (Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase)


• Access to a range of insurance policies through Howden at discounted rates and retailer discounts