Strategic Account Director

Gallagher; Greater London; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Career development

People-first culture

Global reach with local impact

Job summary

Gallagher in the United Kingdom is seeking a high-impact Account Executive who blends renewal/retention with new business growth. You’ll manage some of the largest, most complex client accounts with minimal supervision, shaping how clients renew coverage and expand services.

You’ll lead cross-functional teams, deliver proactive, creative outreach, and build trusted relationships across internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years related experience. License required. Proven success at managing large/complex client accounts.
• Strong communication and sales capabilities; track record of competitive success.

Responsibilities

• Manage renewal/retention and new business for assigned accounts.
• Lead Account Executives in developing and executing proactive, creative, and ongoing contact initiatives intended to identify and satisfy client needs.
• Operate with no supervision in a complex environment.
• Secure existing business and drive the sale of additional services and coverage levels.

Skills

Account management

Sales

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

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.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Has both account management and production responsibilities--hybrid role. Has both renewal/retention and new business goals. Responsible for the combined functions of the development and successful acquisition on new business revenue from new and existing clients and providing a high level of client service to assigned accounts. Operates with no supervision in a complex environment. Secures existing business and drives the sale of additional services and coverage levels. Leads Account Executives in developing and executing proactive, creative, and ongoing contact initiatives intended to identify and satisfy client needs. Typically works with group of accounts among the largest and most complex.

About You

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years related experience. License required. Proven success at managing large/complex client accounts.

Preferred

• Professional designation such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) or Associate in Risk Management (ARM) preferred. Excellent sales capabilities; outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Track record of competitive success.

Behaviors

• Must be able to build collaborative and mutually meaningful relationships with internal and external clients. Strong communicator at all levels.

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)