Insurance Account Executive

Barker Munro Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Barker Munro Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Commercial Account Executive for a long-established Kent-based insurance broker. You will manage a portfolio of Commercial and Motor Trade clients, renewals, and growth opportunities through face-to-face meetings.

You will build strong client relationships, negotiate terms, and work with internal teams to deliver first-class service. A proven track record in commercial insurance and CII progress is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Commercial Insurance Broking or Underwriting.
• Robust knowledge of Motor Trade risks and general Commercial Insurance products.
• Strong market knowledge of client markets, the insurance industry network, Lloyd's, and the London Market.
• Cert CII qualification is highly preferred (or progression towards it).
• Superb interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Renewals: Oversee the end-to-end renewal process for your clients, gathering accurate risk information through exceptional communication.
• Drive Business Growth: Maintain your current book while actively chasing, securing, and converting new business leads.
• Negotiate Competitive Terms: Discuss renewal options openly with clients and leverage your market relationships to secure competitive, objective-aligned terms.
• Client Engagement: Conduct regular face-to-face client visits to build rapport and deliver a first-class service experience.
• Account Stewardship: Resolve account queries and credit control matters efficiently, collaborating with internal teams as required.
• Identify Opportunities: Spot cross-selling and new business opportunities, utilizing sound professional judgment to recommend tailored solutions.

Skills

Renewals management

New business development

Negotiation

Client servicing

Account management

Education

Cert CII qualification (preferred) or progression towards it

Job description

Commercial Account Executive

A long-established and highly respected Commercial Insurance Broker with an operation based in Kent is seeking a top-tier Commercial Insurance professional to manage and grow a key portfolio of clients. This is a highly visible, client-facing role that combines the stewardship of an existing book of Commercial and Motor Trade clients with strategic new business development through networking and face-to-face meetings.

The Ideal Candidate

You are a driven, commercially minded professional who pairs business acumen with an unwavering commitment to client service. You excel at building long-term relationships, thrive in a collaborative team environment, and possess the drive to meet retention and growth targets.

Key Responsibilities

• • Manage Renewals: Oversee the end-to-end renewal process for your clients, gathering accurate risk information through exceptional communication.
• • Drive Business Growth: Maintain your current book while actively chasing, securing, and converting new business leads.
• • Negotiate Competitive Terms: Discuss renewal options openly with clients and leverage your market relationships to secure the most competitive, objective-aligned terms.
• • Client Engagement: Conduct regular face-to-face client visits to build rapport and deliver a first-class service experience.
• • Account Stewardship: Resolve account queries and credit control matters efficiently, collaborating with internal teams as required.
• • Identify Opportunities: Spot cross-selling and new business opportunities, utilizing sound professional judgment to recommend tailored solutions.

Requirements

• • Proven Track Record: Demonstrable success within Commercial Insurance Broking or Underwriting.
• • Technical Expertise: Robust knowledge of Motor Trade risks and general Commercial Insurance products is essential.
• • Market Knowledge: A strong understanding of the client market, the insurance industry network, Lloyds, and the London Market.
• • Qualifications: Cert CII qualification is highly preferred (or progression towards it).
• • Skills: Superb interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.

The company offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package tailored to match the expertise of an experienced professional with deep technical knowledge of the Motor Trade insurance markets and broader commercial insurance sectors.

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