Commercial Account Executive

About the role

Howden, a global insurance group, is looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join its Consumer & Local Commercial team in Hove. The local Commercial team has grown rapidly over 14 years and now has over 200 people across the UK. You will build rapport with new and existing clients ranging from sole traders to the MD/CEO of a large organisation, working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Build rapport with new and existing clients, from sole traders to senior executives of large organisations
• Work closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives
• Develop business through marketing, community engagement, networking and client meetings
• Identify and explore new business opportunities to deliver the best outcome for clients
• Listen carefully to client requirements and advise on products and solutions, looking for a path to agreement

Required profile

• Experience winning new business and building long-lasting relationships with B2B clients
• Passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking and client meetings
• Tenacity and business curiosity to spot new opportunities
• Willingness to learn and to progress professionally
• Consultative approach, effective questioning and active listening

What we offer

• Permanent position
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Life assurance up to 4x salary and income protection for up to 5 years
• Pension scheme with 5% employer and 5% employee contributions
• Healthcare cash plan and lifestyle and financial benefits such as gym discounts, travel insurance, cycle-to-work and car leasing schemes
• Reasonable adjustments, including flexible hours or hybrid working where possible