Commercial Account Executive

TN United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking a Commercial Account Executive to join their rapidly growing team. The role involves developing new business, building long-lasting client relationships, and working collaboratively to achieve objectives. Ideal candidates will have a strong market presence and a consultative approach to client engagement.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance up to 4x salary

Income protection for up to 5 years

Contributory pension scheme

Access to a Healthcare Cashplan

Gym membership discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Private health policies

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience winning new business and building relationships with B2B clients.
• Eager to learn and adaptable, looking to progress as a Commercial Account Executive.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with new and existing clients, from sole traders to MDs/CEOs.
• Work closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.

Skills

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Consultative Selling

Networking

Marketing Engagement

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19.05.2025

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Job Description:

From day one, our mission has been to create an independent business with a unique culture – one that is controlled by the people who work for it. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people has always been key to our success.

People come to Howden for many reasons, but they stay for our culture. That’s what sets us apart and why we nurture and retain the best talent in the market. Whether your priorities are work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, or volunteering, you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

With a no limits approach, we rise to any challenge. We gather the right people to find the right answers, and we aim to change the insurance narrative—doing right by our clients while using insurance as a tool to build resilience for individuals, businesses, and communities. We engage in pro bono work, insure COVID-19 vaccine development, and de-risk the carbon market, leveraging our skills, knowledge, and networks to make a difference and promote positive change.

We are actively seeking a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. Our local Commercial team has grown rapidly over the past 14 years, now comprising over 200 people across the UK. In this role, you will build rapport with new and existing clients, ranging from sole traders to MDs/CEOs of large organizations, working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.

About you:

• You have experience winning new business and building long-lasting relationships with B2B clients.
• You are passionate about developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, and client meetings. A strong market presence is key to your success.
• You are tenacious with a business curiosity, enabling you to identify and explore new business opportunities for optimal client outcomes.
• You are eager to learn, adaptable, and looking to progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive while furthering your professional qualifications.
• You are consultative, capable of questioning effectively, and an active listener. You understand client requirements thoroughly and can advise on suitable products and solutions, always seeking a ‘path to yes’.

Rewards:

• We believe great work and dedication should be rewarded, which is why we offer:

• 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• Core benefits focused on health and financial protection:
• Life Assurance up to 4x salary
• Income protection for up to 5 years in case of illness or injury
• Contributory pension scheme – 4% employer and 5% employee contributions, increasing to 5% & 5% in April 2025
• Access to a Healthcare Cashplan with health benefits

Additionally, a range of lifestyle and financial benefits are available, including discounts on gym memberships, salary sacrifice schemes, private health policies, insurance products, and retail discounts.

Our Culture: People First

Since opening in 1994, we’ve grown from local experts in London to a global presence with 15,000 colleagues in over 100 territories. Our values include employee ownership, external investor alignment, trust, integrity, expertise, and independence. Our culture fosters collaboration, innovation, and empowerment, driven by our flat structure and entrepreneurial spirit. We believe in attracting and nurturing talent to create a better company for everyone.

Diversity & Inclusion

We consider our people our chief advantage and are committed to treating everyone with equality, fairness, and respect, regardless of age, disability, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital, or family status.