Commercial Account Executive

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs

Career development opportunities

Global reach with local impact

Collaborative, people-first culture

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking a Commercial Account Executive for our Killarney team to nurture client relationships and tailor insurance solutions to protect people, assets, and ambitions.

You'll partner with insurers, provide proactive guidance across the journey, and contribute to retention and growth within a collaborative Gallagher network.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, sales, account management or business development would be advantageous.
• APA qualification or working towards APA is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with a portfolio of commercial clients.
• Understand each client's business and provide insurance solutions tailored to their needs.
• Deliver advice and support throughout the customer journey.
• Work with insurers and underwriters to secure competitive cover and terms.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships and broaden existing portfolios.
• Support business retention and growth by delivering exceptional service.
• Ensure all activities are carried out in line with regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment where knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are encouraged.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Customer focus

Organisational skills

Education

APA qualification or working towards APA

Tools

Microsoft Office

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

Looking for a career where your relationship-building skills can make a real difference? At GMIB.ie, a Gallagher company, we're looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our team in Killarney. Whether you're developing your career in insurance or bringing experience from a client-facing, sales or professional services environment, we'll support you with the training, development and opportunities to help you succeed. As part of a growing organisation backed by the strength of Gallagher, you'll work closely with businesses across a range of industries, helping them protect their people, assets and ambitions through tailored insurance solutions.

How You'll Make An Impact

You'll become a trusted partner to commercial clients, helping them navigate risk and identify solutions that support their business goals. In this role, you'll:

• Manage and develop relationships with a portfolio of commercial clients.
• Understand each client's business and provide insurance solutions tailored to their needs.
• Deliver advice and support throughout the customer journey.
• Work with insurers and underwriters to secure competitive cover and terms.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships and broaden existing portfolios.
• Support business retention and growth by delivering exceptional service.
• Ensure all activities are carried out in line with regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment where knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are encouraged.

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys working with people, building long-term relationships and finding solutions that create value for clients. You'll bring:

• APA qualification or working towards APA is beneficial.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The confidence to build credibility with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and customer-focused approach.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Experience in customer service, sales, account management or business development would be advantageous.
• A commitment to achieving professional insurance qualifications, which will be fully funded by GMIB.ie.

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)