Commercial Insurance Account Executive

Vero HR Ltd; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable insurance brokerage is seeking a Sales Account Executive to manage client relationships and generate new business. You will benefit from a competitive salary of up to £65,000 plus a performance-related bonus, along with a flexible hybrid working model and support for professional development. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in commercial insurance sales and excellent negotiation skills.

Benefits

Car allowance or company car

Flexible working options

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial insurance sales for at least 3 years.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial insurance products.
• Ability to manage own schedule and meet sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Deliver brokerage and fee income targets.
• Manage and renew existing client accounts.
• Generate new business opportunities.

Skills

Commercial insurance sales experience

Client relationship building

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Self-motivated

Education

DIP CII qualification

Tools

Open GI

Acturis

Job description

About the opportunity:

Are you an experienced Commercial Insurance Sales Professional with a proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships? Do you thrive in a hybrid role where you manage your own day‑to‑day schedule, generating new business and nurturing existing accounts? If so, this is the opportunity for you.

This is a field‑based role, the ideal candidate will be living near one of the following locations or surrounding areas:

London, Reading, Cambridge, Bristol, Southampton, Gloucester, Exeter, Braintree, Coventry, Northampton and Brighton.

About the Role:

As part of our client’s growth strategy for 2025 and beyond, they are expanding their team and looking for talented Sales Account Executives. You will be responsible for lead generation, new business development, and the ongoing management and renewal of existing clients when you have generated them.

You will work across multiple trade sectors, including construction, leisure and hospitality, professional services, care, and retail, with clients ranging from £10,000 to £1,000,000 GWP. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your own portfolio of clients across the UK while benefiting from the support of an established and reputable insurance brokerage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver agreed brokerage and fee income targets, driving business growth and profitability.
• Manage and renew existing client accounts where required to assist.
• Develop and manage a prospect database, actively generating new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams ensuring seamless client service.
• Attend conferences, trade events, and shows to expand your network and build client relationships.
• Work with internal and external marketing teams to assist lead generation within your territory.
• Ensure compliance with all aspects of the sales and service process.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in commercial insurance sales, with at least 3 years of face‑to‑face sales experience within the industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial insurance products and the ability to apply this knowledge in client interactions.
• Experience using insurance software such as Open GI and Acturis (training provided for Acturis).
• DIP CII qualification (or actively working towards) – support and reimbursement for ACII or Diploma completion.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship‑building skills.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to manage your own day‑to‑day schedule and meet targets.
• Willingness to travel for initial weekly sales meetings.
• Flexibility around office hours – Monday to Friday 9am‑5:30pm.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary up to £65,000 with a generous performance‑related bonus to be discussed.
• Car allowance or company car.
• Hybrid working model – manage your own region with flexible home and field‑based work.
• Opportunity to build and manage your own client portfolio, supported by an established team.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension contributions, flexible working options, and training support for continued professional development.

If you are a people person with a commercial insurance background looking for a dynamic and rewarding sales role, apply now to join a growing team where your efforts will be recognised and rewarded.