SonicJobs Logo
Left arrow iconBack to search

Commercial Account Executive - Book of Business to inherit

Lawes Consulting Group
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Leicester, Leicestershire LE5 3TB

Salary

£60,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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

info
  • Job Title: Commercial Account Executive based in East Midlands with a salary of £60,000 per annum plus bonuses and a car allowance.
  • The role requires 2-4 years of experience in the general commercial insurance industry, focusing on managing and growing client portfolios.
  • Responsibilities include managing a portfolio worth £400k to £500k and targeting 10% growth through new business and referrals.
  • Candidates should possess strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills, along with a proactive attitude and knowledge of commercial insurance products.
  • This field-based position involves 2-3 days of travel each week and occasional office visits for team meetings.

Job Title: Commercial Account ExecutiveLocation: East Midlands (flexible, occasional office visits required)Salary: £60,000 per annum + bonus structure and car allowance

PURPOSE OF ROLE 

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Account Executive to inherit and manage a portfolio of business within various sectors, including charity, education, healthcare, and general commercial. This is a client-facing role that offers autonomy and the opportunity to grow a book of business, meeting sales targets through new business, existing clients, and referrals. The role is largely field-based, with occasional office visits required for team meetings and relationship-building activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Manage an established portfolio worth £400k to £500k income across charity, education, healthcare, and commercial sectors
  • Target 10% growth through a combination of managing existing accounts, securing referrals, and bringing in new business
  • Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, acting as their primary point of contact for insurance services
  • Identify potential clients, pitch insurance products, conduct negotiations, and close deals effectively
  • Work closely with internal teams, such as account handlers, and ensure smooth communication between all stakeholders
  • Spend time with clients, sales teams, and other key stakeholders, with 2-3 days of field-based travel each week

SKILLS 

  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to manage and develop client relationships, ensuring their needs are met and exceeded
  • Strong organisational skills to manage a diverse portfolio of clients
  • Proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and within a team
  • Good knowledge of commercial insurance products and services, with the ability to advise clients confidently

EXPERIENCE 

  • 2-4 years of experience in the General commercial insurance industry
  • Proven track record in new business generation and meeting sales targets
  • Experience managing a book of commercial clients, with a focus on long-term relationship-building and growth

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on  or email us at

Apply now in a few quick clicks

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.