Hybrid-Ready Commercial Account Executive

Howden; Witney; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Life Assurance up to 4x salary

Income protection up to 5 years

Contributory pension 5% employer + 5%

Healthcare Cashplan

Gym membership discounts

Retail discounts

Job summary

Howden, a leading global insurance group, is seeking a Commercial Account Executive in the UK to build rapport with diverse clients, from sole traders to large organisations. You will collaborate with the Branch Manager to meet objectives and expand market presence.

You will win new business, nurture relationships, and develop opportunities through marketing, networking, and client meetings. A consultative, proactive mindset and willingness to learn will drive your career growth within Howden.

Qualifications

• Experience winning new business and building long-lasting relationships with B2B clients.
• Passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, and client meetings.
• Tenacious with business curiosity to identify and explore new opportunities for clients.
• Willing to learn and progress in a Commercial Account Executive role.
• Ability to question, listen, and advise on products and solutions with a ‘path to yes’ mindset.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with new and existing clients across the UK market.
• Work closely with Branch Manager to achieve objectives and grow market presence.
• Identify opportunities, propose solutions, and drive the sales cycle from lead to close.

Skills

New business development

B2B client relationships

Marketing & networking

Consultative selling

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Howden, a leading global insurance group, is seeking a Commercial Account Executive in the UK to build rapport with diverse clients, from sole traders to large organisations. You will collaborate with the Branch Manager to meet objectives and expand market presence.

You will win new business, nurture relationships, and develop opportunities through marketing, networking, and client meetings. A consultative, proactive mindset and willingness to learn will drive your career growth within Howden.