Senior Commercial Account Executive - Harrogate

Senior Commercial Account Executive

Location: Harrogate

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced producing Commercial Insurance Broker to join our team.

They must have held a role at the Account Executive level and possess expertise in handling the placement of insurance programs for commercial clients across Property, Liability, Motor and Financial Lines.

This is a hybrid opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Continuously identify areas for improvement and provide potential solutions to the company and reduce costs.


• Delivering good outcomes for customers and putting the customer’s interests first.


• Ensure the customer understands what we sell and support the customer in anyway you can.


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with commercial clients, understanding their insurance needs and providing tailored solutions.


• Lead the placement of insurance programs, negotiating terms and conditions with underwriters to secure competitive coverage for clients.


• Analyse client risk exposures and recommend appropriate insurance products to mitigate risks effectively.


• Actively prospect and generate new business opportunities to expand the client portfolio.


• Collaborate with internal teams, including underwriters and claims specialists, to deliver seamless service to clients.


• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and market conditions to provide informed advice and recommendations to clients.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication skills, including effective communication with clients and insurers, including clear explanation of complex insurance terms and conditions.


• An understanding of the UK insurance market, including trends, risks and regulatory changes.


• The ability to understand diverse client needs, including specific industry risks and business objectives.


• Ability to manage time effectively, work under pressure and meet deadlines.


• Excellent timekeeping and presentation of self & work.


• Strong interpersonal, negotiation skills and relationship-building skills.


• Articulate & Numerate.


• Analytical and ability to solve problems, including the capacity to solve complex insurance related challenges.


• Excellent attention to detail.


• Highly organised with an ability to prioritise and deliver allocated tasks.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.


• Positive can-do attitude and strong team ethic.


• Honesty, integrity, reputation, competence/capability & financial soundness as required under the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).


• Be positive, enthusiastic and motivational about what you do!

Experience

• Strong experience in the UK commercial retail space.


• Previous experience at the Account Executive level within an insurance brokerage.


• Strong knowledge of commercial insurance products across Property, Liability, Motor, and Financial Lines.


• Proven track record of successfully placing insurance programs and achieving revenue targets.

Qualifications

• Relevant insurance qualifications and certifications (e.g., ACII, CII) are advantageous but not required.

Benefits:

• Enjoy company-funded healthcare cash plans!


• Enhanced pension with up to 5% employer match, or standard auto-enrolment (5% EE, 3% ER).


• Bask in 25 days of holiday bliss!


• Peace of mind with 4x your annual salary in life assurance.


• Retail and restaurant discounts

About us

Established in 1968, the company has over 50 years of experience and runs through a network of branches and brokers across the UK, supplying tailored insurance solutions and access to a broad array of insurers. Their commercial offerings cover areas like motor trade, taxi, commercial vehicles, and professional indemnity, while personal insurance includes car, motorcycle, household, and boat insurance.