Business Development Executive

Business Client Development | Full Training + CII Support

A highly respected Commercial Insurer in Colchester (with an outstanding reputation in the market) is looking to recruit a Business Development Executive to join their growth-focused team.

This is a new business focused opportunity where you'll be trained to generate and develop your own pipeline of business. You'll be supported with superb training, hands‑on mentoring, and strong technical backing – plus support with CII studies as you build a long‑term career in Commercial Insurance.

Instead of inheriting a book or focusing on servicing, you'll be out in the market creating opportunities and building relationships from the ground up.

• Proactively generate new business opportunities with local companies
• Target and engage businesses to uncover insurance needs
• Build a consistent pipeline through outbound calls, referrals, introductions and networking
• Book and attend client meetings (phone, video and face‑to‑face) to complete fact‑finds and understand risk
• Help prepare and deliver professional proposals and presentations
• Develop confidence in handling objections, negotiating, and converting opportunities into long‑term client relationships
• Progress towards managing your own portfolio of clients as you grow, with training and mentoring

• A confident, professional communicator who enjoys building rapport quickly
• A proactive, resilient approach – comfortable picking up the phone and creating momentum
• Interest in Commercial Insurance and a genuine desire to build a career in the sector
• A target‑driven mindset and pride in doing things properly
• Any exposure to Commercial Insurance is helpful, but attitude, energy and willingness to learn are key
• Experience with structured training and ongoing coaching from experienced professionals
• Strong technical support around you, so you can focus on learning and winning business
• Support with CII studies as part of your development and progression

Location:

Colchester (office‑based). Due to the remote location of the office, you must be able to drive.