Senior Account Executive

Gallagher; Chichester; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Global reach with local impact

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Gallagher’s Chichester office is seeking an Insurance Account Executive to work with established mid- to large-corporate clients in a collaborative, high-performing environment. You will develop trusted relationships and grow your career while delivering tailored insurance solutions.

You will focus on risk understanding and outstanding client service within a global leader that supports development and provides meaningful opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of general insurance products, services, and classes, plus familiarity with the London Market and Lloyd’s.
• GCSE/A-Level standard or equivalent, with intermediate knowledge of commercial insurance.

Responsibilities

• Manage client renewals, gather information, and discuss terms to secure best outcomes.
• Grow and maintain book of business by identifying new opportunities.
• Build relationships with brokers to access competitive terms meeting client objectives.
• Visit clients as needed to showcase interpersonal skills and commitment to service.
• Handle queries and credit control matters, resolving issues promptly and escalating when necessary.

Skills

Client service

Insurance knowledge

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

GCSE/A-Level

CII qualification advantageous

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.

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

Are you ready to take the next step in your insurance career?

Join our supportive and ambitious team of Insurance Account Executives at Gallagher’s Chichester office. As part of a global leader in insurance, risk management and consulting, you’ll work with established mid to large corporate clients while continuing to grow your career in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Our Chichester team is a close-knit, technically strong group specialising in mid-corporate business, with a heavy focus across construction and manufacturing alongside broader cross-class exposure.

This is a team that goes far beyond placing cover. Our Chichester office takes a technically driven, deep-dive approach to understanding risk, focusing on insight and quality rather than quick quotes. You’ll be encouraged to get under the skin of complex exposures, build real technical confidence, and deliver solutions that genuinely make a difference.

The culture here empowers you to take ownership, understand the detail, and develop the credibility of a trusted advisor, not just a broker processing business.

If you’re looking for a role where you can work with complex mid-corporate clients, develop real technical depth, and be part of a close-knit, high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you!

How You'll Make An Impact

• Manage the renewal process for your clients, gathering information and discussing terms to secure the best outcomes.
• Maintain and grow your book of business by identifying and acting on new opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with brokers to access competitive terms that meet your clients’ objectives.
• Visit clients as needed, showcasing your interpersonal skills and commitment to excellent service.
• Handle account queries and credit control matters, resolving issues promptly and escalating concerns when necessary.

About You

• Proven experience within a similar role.
• You have a strong experience of general insurance products, services, and classes of insurance, as well as knowledge of the London Market, Lloyd’s, and the wider industry.
• Holding or working towards one of the Chartered Insurance Institute Qualifications, Cert CII, Dip CII or ACII would be an advantage. Educated to GCSE/A-Level standard or equivalent, with an intermediate knowledge of the commercial insurance industry
• You’re detail-oriented, with excellent administrative skills and a focus on accuracy.
• You’re passionate about delivering outstanding client service and building lasting relationships.
• You’re proactive and driven, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• You’re eligible to work in the UK and are open to travel as required.

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 our Talent 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)