Development Account Executive

Stockport Nub News; Stockport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Career progression

Generous holiday allowance

Death in service cover

Company pension

Support with professional qualificaits

Job summary

Stockport Nub News is seeking a New Business Account Executive to drive commercial insurance growth in the region. You will identify opportunities, build insurer relationships, and collaborate with the account handling team to onboard and service clients.

The role requires proven insurance experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive, independent work style in a target-driven environment. ACert CII is desirable. Competitive salary and progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven commercial insurance experience with strong technical understanding across multiple classes of business.
• Track record of success in a target-driven environment with ability to develop and convert opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build lasting relationships with clients and insurers.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through self-generated leads and introductions.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and insurers.
• Coordinate onboarding with account handlers to ensure seamless service.
• Manage ongoing servicing including mid-term and renewal meetings.
• Negotiate competitive terms with insurers and partners.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.
• Provide updates on new business activity, performance, and market trends.

Skills

Commercial Insurance

New Business Development

Client Relationships

Negotiation

Communication Skills

Education

Cert CII or above

Job description

Where Stockport

What: Insurance & Superannuation

Type: Permanent

Salary: Annual

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly respected insurance broker that continues to grow its commercial presence in the regions. Known for its professional yet personal approach, the business combines strong market knowledge with a collaborative team culture. This role offers the chance to take ownership of your success and develop within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities Of The New Business Account Executive

• Client acquisition: Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities through self-generated leads, as well as following up on group-provided introductions.
• Relationship management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, delivering tailored solutions that meet their insurance needs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with account handlers to ensure a smooth onboarding process and consistent service delivery.
• Retention: Manage the ongoing servicing of your accounts, including mid-term and renewal meetings, supported by a dedicated account handling team.
• Negotiation: Secure competitive terms through effective negotiation with insurers and partners.
• Compliance: Maintain awareness of regulatory requirements and ensure all activity aligns with internal and external standards.
• Reporting: Provide updates on new business activity, performance, and market trends.

Requirements

• Proven experience in commercial insurance, with strong technical understanding across multiple classes of business.
• Track record of success in a target-driven environment, with the ability to develop and convert new opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and insurers.
• Strong market knowledge and established insurer relationships.
• Proactive, driven, and confident working independently as well as part of a wider team.
• Industry qualifications (such as Cert CII or above) are desirable but not essential.

Benefits Of The Role

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus structure.
• Clear opportunities for progression within a growing and secure business.
• Collaborative and professional working environment.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Death in service cover (x4 salary).
• Company pension scheme.
• Support with professional qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Account Executive to take ownership of their success within a forward-thinking brokerage that values expertise, quality, and client care.

If you're ambitious, proactive, and looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.