New Business Account Manager (Insurance Sector)

Babcock; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock is seeking an Account Manager for new business development in the UK insurance sector. This role is vital for driving growth, forging client relationships, and enhancing the company's market presence. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of the insurance market and a proven B2B sales track record, with opportunities for significant career progression in a leading global brand.

Benefits

Competitive salary and uncapped commission

Excellent benefits

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the UK insurance market and its key players.
• Verdict of B2B sales success in tech, SaaS, or professional services.
• High energy and confident client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the UK insurance sector.
• Engage with senior decision-makers in person and virtually.
• Own the full sales cycle from lead generation to close.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Influencing

Business Development

Relationship-Building

Salesforce

Zoom

Teams

Tools

Salesforce

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Account Manager - New Business Development (Insurance Sector) - London (Hybrid) - £90-120K + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you a confident relationship-builder with a strong understanding of the UK insurance market? Are you energised by the thrill of winning new business and building long-term client partnerships? If so, this is your opportunity to join a fast-growing, globally recognised organisation!

The Opportunity

A rare chance to be part of an established global leader as it expands into the UK insurance sector. The organisation is known for delivering innovative, tech-enabled solutions that drive meaningful results for clients across insurance.

As an Account Manager focused on new business development, you will play a critical role in driving growth, building strong relationships, and shaping the company's presence in the UK market.

The role

1. Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the UK insurance sector
2. Engaging with senior decision-makers through in-person and virtual meetings
3. Owning the full sales cycle - from lead generation and pitching to negotiation and close
4. Building trusted relationships and positioning tailored solutions that meet client needs
5. Representing the company at events, conferences, and networking forums
6. Collaborating with marketing, product, and leadership teams to craft winning strategies

What You'll Bring

• Strong knowledge of the UK insurance market - its key players, trends, and opportunities
• A track record of B2B sales success, ideally in tech, SaaS, or professional services
• A high level of energy and confidence - comfortable engaging clients both virtually and face-to-face
• Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills
• A proactive, organised, and results-driven approach to business development
• Comfortable using tools like Salesforce, Zoom, Teams, and other modern sales tech

What's On Offer

• A key role in the UK growth strategy of a respected global brand
• A high-impact position (directly shape business success)
• Competitive salary, uncapped commission, & excellent benefits
• Real career progression opportunities