Commercial Account Executive

A leading UK insurance brokerage is seeking a Development Executive to join their commercial team. This is a highly visible role, focused on driving new business, developing introducer and affinity relationships, and delivering measurable growth. The successful candidate will work autonomously, managing both self-generated leads and company-provided opportunities, with the ability to significantly influence their earnings and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

New Business Development

• Generate and develop leads to build a robust pipeline of new business opportunities
• Achieve and exceed agreed targets for quotes, sales, and revenue
• Attend client meetings and networking events to promote services and build relationships
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with introducers and affinity partners

Client Relationship Management

• Understand clients' operations, risk management strategies, and insurance needs
• Present tailored insurance and risk management solutions to secure new business
• Provide high levels of professional service and support to all clients

Account & Commercial Development

• Support contract renewals and service reviews
• Identify opportunities for additional services, increased volumes, or operational efficiencies
• Maintain accurate account records, documentation, and CRM entries

Compliance & Professional Development

• Ensure full compliance with FCA regulations, GDPR, and internal policies
• Maintain technical competence and professional qualifications (minimum Cert CII or achieved within 18 months)
• Keep knowledge of insurance products, service standards, and industry trends up to date

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Minimum 2 years' experience in insurance sales, business development, or lead generation
• Proven track record of generating new business and building client relationships
• Cert CII qualified (or willingness to achieve within 18 months)
• Strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Commercially focused, target-driven, and resilient
• Confident working independently while collaborating with internal teams

Desirable

• Broad working knowledge of General Insurance products
• Experience working with introducers, affinities, or referral partners
• Strong technical understanding of insurance and risk management solutions
• Familiarity with regulated, FCA-authorised environments

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary: £35,000 - £80,000 DOE
• OTE: £100,000+ with clear opportunity for uncapped earnings
• Autonomy to manage your own pipeline and client portfolio
• Supportive, high-performing team and reputable brand
• Professional development and CPD support to further your career

This role offers the chance to take ownership of new business growth, develop long-term relationships, and deliver significant impact within a respected insurance brokerage.

To Apply

Contact David or Max at Greys Specialist Recruitment