Internal Sales Executive | Insurance Sector

SellMen; Greater London; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace pension with employer-contri

Comprehensive product training

Modern CRM systems and digital tools

Established organisation in UK market

Job summary

SellMen in the United Kingdom is seeking an Internal Sales Executive to drive B2B opportunities within the insurance sector. You will prospect, qualify leads and manage the full internal sales cycle from initial contact to closing, while building strong relationships with business owners and senior decision-makers.

The role emphasizes consultative selling, CRM proficiency, and meeting measurable targets, with a base salary in the £45,000–£50,000 range and potential performance bonuses in excess

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Internal Sales, B2B Sales, Inside Sales, Business Development or Account Management.
• Previous experience in the insurance industry, financial services, insurance brokerage or related sectors is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to generate leads, convert prospects and develop long-term commercial relationships.
• Experience selling products or services to business customers.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• A consultative sales approach and the ability to understand customers' commercial needs.
• Confidence engaging with business owners, directors and senior decision-makers.
• A proactive, organised and results-driven attitude.
• Experience using CRM systems and digital sales tools.
• Good commercial awareness and the ability to work towards measurable targets.

Responsibilities

• Generate new B2B sales opportunities through telephone prospecting, email campaigns, LinkedIn and other digital channels.
• Identify, qualify and follow up on inbound leads and prospective clients.
• Present the company's insurance products and services to potential customers.
• Manage the full internal sales cycle, from initial contact and needs assessment through to negotiation and closing.
• Develop and maintain relationships with business owners, company directors, finance managers, brokers and other key decision-makers.
• Manage and expand an assigned portfolio of business clients, identifying opportunities for cross-selling and upselling.
• Assess clients' requirements and recommend suitable insurance solutions in collaboration with the relevant specialists.
• Prepare quotations, sales proposals and commercial presentations.
• Negotiate commercial terms and follow up on outstanding proposals to maximise conversion rates.
• Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and monitor revenue, conversion rates, customer acquisition and sales KPIs.
• Keep client records and sales activities up to date within the company's CRM system.
• Monitor market developments and identify new business opportunities within the insurance sector.

Job description

Internal Sales Executive | Insurance Sector

Sellmen.com

Job Description

Generate new B2B sales opportunities through telephone prospecting, email campaigns, LinkedIn and other digital channels.

Identify, qualify and follow up on inbound leads and prospective clients.

Present the company's insurance products and services to potential customers.

Manage the full internal sales cycle, from initial contact and needs assessment through to negotiation and closing.

Develop and maintain relationships with business owners, company directors, finance managers, brokers and other key decision-makers.

Manage and expand an assigned portfolio of business clients, identifying opportunities for cross-selling and upselling.

Assess clients' requirements and recommend suitable insurance solutions in collaboration with the relevant specialists.

Prepare quotations, sales proposals and commercial presentations.

Negotiate commercial terms and follow up on outstanding proposals to maximise conversion rates.

Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and monitor revenue, conversion rates, customer acquisition and sales KPIs.

Keep client records and sales activities up to date within the company's CRM system.

Monitor market developments and identify new business opportunities within the insurance sector.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in Internal Sales, B2B Sales, Inside Sales, Business Development or Account Management.

Previous experience in the insurance industry, financial services, insurance brokerage or related sectors is strongly preferred.

Proven ability to generate leads, convert prospects and develop long-term commercial relationships.

Experience selling products or services to business customers.

Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.

A consultative sales approach and the ability to understand customers' commercial needs.

Confidence engaging with business owners, directors and senior decision-makers.

A proactive, organised and results-driven attitude.

Experience using CRM systems and digital sales tools.

Good commercial awareness and the ability to work towards measurable targets.

What We Offer - Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of £45,000–£50,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Attractive performance-related bonus, with a potential OTE of £50,000–£65,000+ per year.
• Commission or bonus incentives linked to individual and team performance.
• Workplace pension with employer contributions.
• Comprehensive product training and ongoing professional development.
• Modern CRM systems and digital tools to support sales activities.
• The opportunity to join an established organisation in the UK insurance and financial services market.
• A structured working environment with clear commercial objectives and opportunities to develop specialist industry knowledge.

Required Skills

Compatibility summary

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Marketed products

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Computer science - Software Corporate management consulting Insurance Computer science - Articles and supplies Industrial consulting

Languages spoken

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Agent type

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Location

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United Kingdom

Sector of activity

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Banking, finance, and insurance Business services

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Internet and email Marketing and digital sales tools Customer Relationship Management MS Office or similar suite

Customer type

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Companies and industries Professional offices HO.RE.CA Private individuals