Commercial Account Handler

Cowell Recruitment Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded CII qualifications

Company training & progression

Health & protection benefits

Job summary

Cowell Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a respected Bath-based insurance broker to recruit a Commercial Insurance Account Handler. You will nurture long-term B2B client relationships and develop into a commercial lines specialist through a clear career progression path.

This full-time, onsite role offers a salary up to £45,000 (negotiable DOE), 22 days holiday, and funded CII qualifications with ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience within Personal Lines or Commercial Insurance (desirable).
• Ability to perform in a target-driven sales environment with strong communication and negotiation skills.
• GCSE Maths and English minimum grade 4/C.
• Ambition and self-starter mentality with drive to impact the local market.

Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management: build, nurture, and maintain strong, long-term relationships with B2B clients, acting as their trusted point of contact.
• Business Development: identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities through networking, warm leads, and market research to consistently hit revenue targets.
• Account Growth: Proactively manage an existing portfolio, identifying up-sell and cross-sell opportunities to maximise revenue and maximise client retention.
• Consultative Selling: Conduct client meetings to deeply understand their business objectives and deliver tailored, comprehensive risk solutions.

Job description

Full job description

Commercial Insurance Account Handler

• Location: Bath
• Salary: Up to £45,000 (Salary is Neg)
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• Work Style: Onsite

Are you a driven sales professional with a background in insurance looking to fast-track your career?

Cowell Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected, well-established insurance broker in Bath. Due to sustained business growth, they are seeking an ambitious Commercial Account Handler to join their thriving, professional team.

Whether you are an experienced Commercial Handler or a Personal Lines specialist looking to make the step up into commercial lines, this business actively invests in its staff, providing comprehensive training, fully funded CII qualifications, and a clear route to accelerated career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Relationship Management: Build, nurture, and maintain strong, long-term relationships with B2B clients, acting as their trusted point of contact.
• Business Development: Identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities through networking, warm leads, and market research to consistently hit revenue targets.
• Account Growth: Proactively manage an existing portfolio, identifying up-sell and cross-sell opportunities to maximise revenue and maximise client retention.
• Consultative Selling: Conduct client meetings to deeply understand their business objectives and deliver tailored, comprehensive risk solutions.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of experience within Personal Lines or Commercial Insurance is highly desirable. We will also consider high-caliber B2B sales professionals looking to transition into insurance.
• Skills: A proven track record in a target-driven sales environment with exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Education: Minimum Grade 4/C (or equivalent) in GCSE Maths and English.
• Ambition: A self-starter mentality with the drive to stamp your mark on the local market.

Why Join Us? (The Benefits):

Our client believes in rewarding hard work with an industry-leading package designed to protect your health, wealth, and future:

• Financial & Progression: Competitive basic salary up to £45k (negotiable DOE) + ongoing training and fully funded professional qualifications (Cert CII).
• Work-Life Balance: 22 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), increasing with length of service.
• Health & Protection: Life Assurance (up to 4x salary), Income Protection (up to 5 years), and a comprehensive Healthcare Cash-plan.
• Future Planning: Contributory pension scheme (5% employer / 5% employee contribution).
• Lifestyle Perks: Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Car Leasing, Tech purchase), discounted gym memberships, and hundreds of high-street retail discounts.
• Well being: Enhanced maternity/paternity policies and access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

Cowell Recruitment is an equal opportunities recruiter. Please note: Only applicants with the permanent right to work in the UK will be considered for this role. E&OE.