Private Client Account Executive Team Leader

Gallagher; Woking; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs

Career development opportunities

Collaborative, people-first culture

Global reach with local impact

Job summary

Gallagher in Woking is seeking a motivated Team Leader to manage a portfolio of high-value Private Client relationships and to support the growth and development of a talented team. This role offers hands-on leadership experience within a global leader in insurance and risk management.

You will lead by example, coach colleagues, and help shape the team’s strategy while ensuring high standards of service and strong client relationships in a local context.

Qualifications

• Experience in the insurance industry with a focus on client relationships.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience.
• Confidence meeting clients and partners face-to-face.
• Proactive and commercially minded approach.
• Passion for developing people and driving team success.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of high-value Private Client relationships.
• Coach and mentor team members to help them grow.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of colleagues.
• Represent Gallagher professionally in the market.
• Contribute to the growth and culture of the Woking office.

Skills

Insurance industry experience

Leadership

Face-to-face client meetings

Commercial mindset

People development

Job description

Introduction

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips.Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve.If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.

Overview

We’re looking for a motivated and experienced Team Leader to join Gallagher’s Private Clients team in Woking. This role is a blend of managing a portfolio of high-value clients and supporting the growth and development of a talented team. It’s a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on leadership experience and contribute to the success of a global leader in insurance and risk management

How you'll make an impact

In this role, you’ll lead by example, managing relationships with high-value clients and delivering tailored insurance solutions. You’ll work closely with the Team Manager to shape the team’s strategy, coach and mentor colleagues, and ensure high standards of service. You’ll also play a key role in identifying growth opportunities, building partnerships, and driving the team’s performance.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Managing a portfolio of high-value Private Client relationships.
• Coaching and mentoring team members to help them grow.
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and development of colleagues.
• Representing Gallagher professionally in the market.
• Contributing to the growth and culture of the Woking office.

About you

Here’s what you’ll bring to the role:

• Experience in the insurance industry, with a focus on client relationships is essential.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience.
• Confidence in meeting clients and partners face-to-face.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach.
• A passion for developing people and driving team success.

Experience with private clients, high-net-worth (HNW) accounts, Acturis, or CII qualifications would be a bonus, but we’re more interested in your leadership potential and ability to make an impact.

Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself.For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well‑being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people‑first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace.If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join ourTalent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full‑time, if you’re in a job‑share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)