Account Executive

Are you a driven Commercial Insurance professional with a passion for winning new business and building long-term client relationships?

We’re working with an established and fast-growing insurance brokerage, and they’re now looking for a desk based New Business Account Executive to join their dynamic team based near Stockport.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in commercial insurance to take the next step in their career within a business that truly invests in its people and rewards performance!

The New Business Account Executive role:

• Handling new business enquiries from commercial clients.
• Gathering risk information and obtaining quotes from a panel of insurers.
• Presenting tailored insurance solutions and preparing tenders.
• Following up on quotations to secure instructions.
• Making outbound calls and arranging client meetings to generate new opportunities.
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships.
• Analysing client needs and identifying appropriate insurance cover.
• Maintaining accurate client records and documentation.
• Responding to client and insurer queries promptly and professionally.
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures and FCA regulations.

Our ideal New Business Account Executive:

• Background in commercial insurance, with experience in general commercial risks (e.g. liabilities, property).
• Previous experience in a new business or sales-focused role.
• Confident communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Comfortable speaking to clients both over the phone and face-to-face.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
• Well organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with good administrative skills.
• Experience using insurance systems (Acturis knowledge would be beneficial).

Package and benefits of the role:

• Competitive base salary with an attractive bonus potential.
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Hybrid working after onboarding (3 office / 2 remote).
• 5% employer matched pension contribution.
• Group life assurance x4.
• Fully paid maternity/ paternity/ adoption leave for 3 months.
• Funded CII Qualification support.
• "Flex-benefits" platform to tailor perks to your lifestyle.
• Holiday purchase scheme (up to 5 extra days annually).

Ready to make your move? Apply today!

If you're looking for a fresh challenge within a dynamic brokerage that values its people, invests in their growth, and supports a healthy work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you!

For more information, please contact one of our specialist consultants and quote job reference NJR15796.