Commercial Account Executive

2117GB00 A-Plan Holdings (Unlimited); Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance up to 4x salary

Income protection up to 5 years

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare Cashplan access

Discounts on gym membership

Job summary

2117GB00 A-Plan Holdings (Unlimited) is seeking a Commercial Account Executive to join their Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. The role involves building strong relationships with new and existing clients, from sole traders to large organisations. You'll consult with clients to understand their needs and advise on products effectively.

The ideal candidate will have experience in B2B sales, strong consultative skills, and a passion for business development through networking and community engagement.

You will also benefit from flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience winning new business and building long-lasting relationships with B2B clients.
• Passionate about developing business through marketing and community engagement.
• Tenacious mindset to identify and explore opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with new and existing clients across various levels.
• Secure new business and maintain long-lasting relationships with B2B clients.
• Consult with clients to identify and advise on products.

Skills

Experience winning new business

Building long lasting relationships with B2B clients

Consultative selling skills

Active listening

Networking

Job description

Commercial Account Executive – Howden

We are looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. The role involves building rapport with new and existing clients, ranging from sole traders to MD/CEO of large organisations, and working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with new and existing clients across various levels.
• Secure new business and maintain long‑lasting relationships with B2B clients.
• Develop business through marketing, community engagement, networking, and client meetings.
• Identify and explore new business opportunities to drive best outcomes for clients.
• Consult with clients, effectively question and listen, advise on products and solutions, and identify opportunities while finding a path to yes.

Qualifications

• Experience winning new business and building long lasting relationships with B2B clients.
• Passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, and client meetings.
• Tenacious and business‑curious mindset to identify and explore opportunities.
• Willingness to learn and adapt, as each day presents new challenges.
• Consultative, active listening, strong questioning skills, and ability to fully understand client requirements and advise on products.

Benefits

• 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service.
• Core benefits: Life Assurance up to 4x salary, Income protection up to 5 years, contributory pension scheme (4% employer, 5% employee rising to 5% & 5% in April 2025).
• Healthcare Cashplan access.
• Access to lifestyle and financial benefits: discounts on gym membership across the UK, salary sacrifice schemes – travel insurance, cycle to work, car leasing, technology purchase.
• Discounted personal health policies – critical illness, private medical, dental plans.
• Commission‑free insurance products: home, motor, travel, and specialist vehicles.
• Hundreds of retailer discounts.

Accommodations

Reasonable adjustments for working conditions are available, including flexible hours and hybrid working as appropriate.