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Account Executive

Reed
Posted 24 days ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 1DZ

Salary

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Employee Assistance

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Sonic Summary

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  • We are seeking an ambitious Account Executive for a prestigious client in Leeds to expand their client base and increase revenue.
  • The role focuses on various Employee Benefits sectors, including Group Risk, Business Protection, and Private Medical Insurance.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in business development within the Employee Benefits industry, specifically with a comprehensive knowledge of Group Risk and Business Protection.
  • The position requires effective communication skills and strategic planning capabilities, with a salary of £30,000 to £40,000 depending on experience.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in a related field is required, along with a commitment to ethical practices and ongoing professional development.

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious client in Leeds, who are looking for an ambitious Account Executive to help expand their client base and increase revenue through the management of new business opportunities.

This role focuses on various Employee Benefits sectors such as Group Risk, Business Protection, Private Medical Insurance, Cash Plans, and Employee Assistance Programmes. The successful candidate will be adept at generating new business proposals, negotiating deals, and ensuring compliance with FCA regulations and company policies.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Generate and manage new business proposals, engaging in broking activities to secure new business deals in line with FCA regulations and internal procedures.
  • Strategically plan and execute initiatives for expanding your client portfolio, including the acquisition of new clients, aligned with our corporate growth objectives.
  • Promptly identify and report any deviations from FCA standards or internal procedures to the Compliance Director.
  • Provide support and advice to other account executives on managing and administrating potential client relationships.
  • Actively gather and analyse information on competitor strategies and market activities, sharing insights with relevant internal teams.
  • Commit to ongoing professional development to enhance your knowledge and skills in the industry.
  • Perform all duties within ethical and legal boundaries.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in business development within the Employee Benefits industry.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Group Risk and Business Protection sectors.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop new business proposals and navigate FCA regulatory environments.
  • Strategic planning capabilities with a track record of growing client portfolios.
  • Effective communication skills, capable of handling high-level negotiations and reporting.
  • Strong commitment to ethical practices and continual professional growth.
  • Driver with access to a car
Please apply today for more information.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.