Role: Account Executive - Commercial Insurance
Location: Ilkley, LS29
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 pa
Hours: Monday - Friday 9-5pm

SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• A minimum of 3- 5 years previous Commercial Insurance Experience
• Passionate about developing client relationships and driving new business growth
• Energetic, ambitious, and committed to delivering a client-focused service
• Ideally able to bring an existing client portfolio
• IT Literate
• Excellent communication skills

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Our client, a well-established and rapidly growing insurance consultancy, is on the hunt for an experienced Account Executive - Commercial Insurance to join their thriving team!
In this role, you’ll be at the heart of client relationships. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of loyal existing clients while also proactively generating new business opportunities within the region.
Your mission? Retain valued customers, win new business, and strengthen relationships—all while delivering exceptional customer service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE - COMMERCIAL INSURANCE:

• Maintain and expand a portfolio of established commercial clients by delivering exceptional service and personalised insurance solutions.
• Cultivate strong, effective relationships with clients, prospects, colleagues, insurers, and external specialists at all levels to enhance business opportunities.
• Generate new business through networking, client referrals, and proactive business development efforts.
• Place commercial line business in approved markets, ensuring the best fit for clients, the insurance market, and relevant industry sectors.
• Keep clients informed of any political, regulatory, or market developments that may affect them or their business.
• Identify and implement suitable solutions, structures, pricing, and placement strategies that align with client needs while ensuring profitability across a diverse client base.
• Evaluate the adequacy of coverage and the appropriateness of terms offered to clients.
• Oversee the regular review and necessary actions on policy and client information.
• Collaborate proactively with colleagues across the organisation to identify and capitalise on growth opportunities.
• Deliver high-quality service to clients by overseeing all aspects of their insurance arrangements, offering advice, conducting reviews, and securing the right coverage at competitive rates.
• Strengthen and maintain relationships with our clients insurer panel while staying active and visible within the insurance market.
• Maintain vigilance in daily operations to identify and address potential issues, taking prompt corrective actions where needed.
• Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure that all inquiries are addressed promptly and efficiently.