Commercial Account Executive

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG); Killarney; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs

Career development opportunities

Global reach with local impact

Job summary

Gallagher in Ireland seeks a Commercial Account Executive to join our growing Killarney team. You will build strong client relationships, understand their business needs and provide tailored insurance solutions, becoming a trusted adviser.

You’ll deliver guidance across commercial products, work with underwriters for competitive terms, and identify opportunities to expand services while ensuring regulatory compliance and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• APA qualification or working towards it is beneficial.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-first mindset with credibility with clients.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and business systems.
• Experience in sales, CRM, account management or business development advantageous.
• Commitment to obtaining professional insurance qualifications, funded

Responsibilities

• Build lasting relationships with commercial clients and be their trusted contact.
• Understand client business and provide tailored insurance solutions.
• Deliver advice across a range of commercial insurance products.
• Work with insurers and underwriters for competitive terms.
• Identify opportunities to cross-sell additional products and services.
• Provide outstanding customer experience to drive loyalty.
• Ensure all work complies with regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Support growth and success of Gallagher through collaboration and advocacy.

Skills

APA qualification

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer-focused mindset

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Sales experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

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

Help businesses thrive whilst building a career that's full of opportunity.

At GMIB.ie, a Gallagher company, we're looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our growing team in Killarney. This is an opportunity to work closely with businesses across Ireland, helping them navigate risk, protect their organisations and achieve their goals with confidence.

As part of Gallagher, you'll join a business that values curiosity, collaboration and continuous development. Whether you're already working in insurance or looking to build on your experience in a client-focused role, you'll be supported with professional training, industry qualifications and clear opportunities for career progression.

How you'll make an impact

As a Commercial Account Executive, you'll be more than an insurance professional. You'll become a trusted adviser to your clients, helping them make informed decisions and providing solutions that support their success. You'll:

• Develop lasting relationships with commercial clients and become a trusted point of contact.
• Understand each client's business, challenges and future plans to provide tailored insurance solutions.
• Deliver advice and guidance across a range of commercial insurance products.
• Work with insurers and underwriters to secure competitive terms and positive outcomes for clients.
• Identify opportunities to support clients with additional products and services as their needs evolve.
• Provide an outstanding customer experience that encourages long-term loyalty and trust.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the business through collaboration and client advocacy.

About you

We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and delivering excellent service. You'll bring:

• APA qualification or working towards APA is beneficial.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A customer-first mindset and the ability to build credibility with clients.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and business systems.
• Experience in sales, customer relationship management, account management or business development would be advantageous.
• A commitment to obtaining professional insurance qualifications, fully funded

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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)