Insurance Sales Executive - Field Based

Vero HR; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance brokerage is seeking an experienced Insurance Sales Executive to manage client relationships and generate new business in the Southampton area. This field-based role offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and a hybrid working model. Candidates should have proven experience in commercial insurance sales and strong communication skills. Apply now for a dynamic and rewarding sales opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Car allowance or company car

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 3+ years of face-to-face sales experience in commercial insurance.
• Experience using insurance software.
• Self-motivated and able to manage own schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation and new business development.
• Manage and renew existing client accounts.
• Ensure compliance with sales and service processes.

Skills

Commercial insurance sales experience

Technical knowledge of insurance products

Excellent communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Self-motivation

Education

DIP CII qualification or working towards

Tools

Open GI

Acturis

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

About the opportunity:

Are you an experienced Commercial Insurance Sales Professional with a proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships? Do you thrive in a hybrid role where you manage your own day-to-day schedule, generating new business and nurturing existing accounts? If so, this is the opportunity for you.

This is a field based role, the ideal candidate will be living in one of the following locations or surrounding areas:

• Reading, Cambridge, Bristol, Southampton, Gloucester, Exeter, Braintree and Brighton. (Must be able to travel into the Reading office once a week).

About the Role:

As part of our client’s growth strategy for 2025 and beyond, they are expanding their Team and looking for talented Sales Account Executives. You will be responsible for lead generation, new business development, and the ongoing management and renewal of existing clients.

You will work across multiple trade sectors, including construction, leisure and hospitality, professional services, care, and retail, with clients ranging from £10,000 to £1,000,000 GWP. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your own portfolio of clients across the UK while benefiting from the support of an established and reputable insurance brokerage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver agreed brokerage and fee income targets, driving business growth and profitability.
• Manage and renew existing client accounts, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
• Develop and manage a prospect database, actively generating new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams ensuring seamless client service.
• Attend conferences, trade events, and shows to expand your network and build client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all aspects of the sales and service process.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in commercial insurance sales, with at least 3 years of face-to-face sales experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial insurance products and the ability to apply this knowledge in client interactions.
• Experience using insurance software such as Open GI and Acturis (training provided for Acturis).
• DIP CII qualification (or actively working towards) – support and reimbursement for ACII or Diploma completion.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage your own day-to-day schedule and meet targets.
• Willingness to travel to the offices in Reading once a week.
• Flexibility around office hours – Monday to Friday 9am-5:30pm.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 with a generous performance-related bonus package to be discussed.
• Car allowance or company car
• Hybrid working model – manage your own region with flexible home and field-based work.
• Opportunity to build and manage your own client portfolio, supported by an established team.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension contributions, flexible working options, and training support for continued professional development.

If you are a people person with a commercial insurance background looking for a dynamic and rewarding sales role, apply now to join a growing team where your efforts will be recognised and rewarded.