Commercial Account Executive

We have a great opportunity to work with a well-established insurance company based in Ipswich who are looking for a Commercial Account Executive. Our client is a prominent commercial and corporate broker serving in London and East of England and pride themselves on the prestigious title of Chartered Insurance Broker.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a Commercial Account Executive with the right experience, to join a reputable company with a clear progression ladder.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Successfully lead and manage a portfolio of existing client accounts in close collaboration with Client Executives.
• Work closely with the Finance and Commercial Director to engage in new business activity and achieve new business targets in accordance with the business plan.
• Carry out face-to-face client meetings with existing client accounts and new businesses to develop a strong understanding the clients’ businesses, identify client demands and accurately identify gaps in cover and potential cross-sell/upselling opportunities.
• Collate and provide Client Executives with comprehensive meeting minutes and risk information
• Working in collaboration with Client Executives, deliver comprehensive and considered risk presentations to clients which meet identified demands and needs and address risk exposures
• Be a well-known and respected figure in the operating area with a presence in appropriate networking organisation

Skill & Qualifications Required:

• Experienced commercial broker with a deep understanding of the commercial insurance market and wide product knowledge across the full range of commercial insurance class
• At least Cert CII qualified
• A proven risk manager with a strong track record of identifying risks and proposing solutions
• A proven leader who takes ownership and uses initiative
• Strong influencer and negotiator who maintains excellent working relationships at all levels
• Problem solver with a resourceful, collaborative and analytical approach
• Competent user of Microsoft programmes, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Fully conversant with and competent in all aspects of the FCA’s ICOBS rules

Benefits:

• Competitive pay and bonuses
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Volunteering opportunities
• Financial support towards professional qualifications
• Wellbeing and work life balance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Reward schemes
• Regular social events
• Pension and life assurance

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Minimum 5yrs experience as a Commercial Account Executive/Handler?

Are you CII qualified or above?