Account Executive

My client in the insurance sector, are looking for a Senior Account Executive to join their well established team. This pivotal role will play a key part in merging one existing office, into London North West, helping to integrate teams and maintain continuity of client service during the transition.

The role combines hands‑on client management, business development, and line management of a team (predominantly Account Handlers). The successful candidate will manage a renewal book of c. £#removed#k, drive business growth, and maintain high standards of service and compliance. While client development is important, exceptional team leadership and people management skills can be prioritised if a candidate excels in coaching, motivating, and developing a high‑performing team.

Salary - Circa 70k per annum DOE

Hybrid working - North West London office

Hours - 9am-5.30pm

• Strong client‑focused mindset with commercial awareness
• Proactive, solutions‑focused, and confident in taking ownership
• High levels of professionalism, integrity, and emotional intelligence
• Collaborative, inclusive, and positive working style
• Innovative and creative problem‑solving skills
• Experience in a similar Account Executive or Account Director role
• Proven ability to retain and grow client portfolios, and identify, generate, and convert new business opportunities
• Experience working directly with insurance markets and placement teams
• Strong knowledge of compliance, FCA requirements, and Consumer Duty
• Experience dealing with insurance markets and insurers, including placement activity.

• Professional insurance qualification (ACII) or working towards
• Experience with in Commercial General insurance
• Exposure to team or business change, supporting colleagues through transitions
• Demonstrated potential for future leadership or team management