Corporate Account Executive – Leeds

W Denis; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent insurance broker in the UK is seeking a Corporate Account Executive in Leeds. This role involves delivering tailored insurance solutions, managing client portfolios, and developing new business opportunities in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial insurance and strong client-facing skills.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Bonus Day Leave for your birthday

Training and professional qualifications supported

Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave days

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in an Account Executive role.
• Strong knowledge of UK commercial insurance market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored insurance advice and solutions to corporate clients.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of commercial clients.
• Develop new business opportunities with support from in-house prospecting.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Relationship management

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Education

ACII or working towards CII

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a seasoned relationship-builder with a proven ability to close high-value deals? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment where excellence and integrity are at the core of what you do?

W Denis is seeking a Corporate Account Executive to join our team at our new Leeds Head Office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional who takes pride in delivering intelligent insurance solutions and putting client needs first.

As one of the UK’s leading independent insurance brokers – and a fully accredited Lloyd’s Broker – W Denis offers a unique platform to develop your career in a high-performing, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

At W Denis, you would be responsible for:

• Delivering tailored insurance advice and solutions that best meet the needs of corporate clients
• Designing and presenting bespoke insurance propositions aligned with client risk profiles and business objectives
• Conducting face-to-face meetings with clients, including renewal presentations and insurance surveys
• Managing and growing a portfolio of commercial clients across various sectors
• Developing new business opportunities, supported by warm leads and formally arranged meetings provided by our in-house prospecting team
• Whilst there is an aspect of New Business in this role, you will also have the opportunity to service a long-standing client book.

How this opportunity is different

As a Corporate Account Executive, you will have the chance to work for one of the UK’s leading Independent Insurance Brokers and will be responsible for dealing with clients across all sectors. This opportunity is truly outstanding, supporting the delivery of national and multinational programmes whilst working closely with a very experienced team. W Denis are fully accredited Lloyd’s Brokers, with direct access to the world-renowned Lloyd’s market, one of only a handful of independent brokers located outside of London. The Corporate Account Executive will have the opportunity to harness, nurture and develop their skills to the best of their ability.

Skills and Experience Required

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in an Account Executive role within the commercial insurance sector
• Multi-class specialisms ideal
• Preference of ACII or working towards CII exams.
• Strong knowledge of UK commercial insurance market dynamics and practices
• Exceptional client-facing and relationship management skills
• High standard of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct
• Strong presentation and communication abilities
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Hybrid Working available, with the opportunity to work from home on Mondays & Fridays if required.
• 1 Bonus Day Leave for your birthday
• Training and professional qualifications supported.
• Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave days

If you are looking for a career, meet the requirements and have legitimate interest in this role, please send a copy of your CV to [e-mail].