Commercial Account Executive

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no‑limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. Our culture attracts and retains employees, providing work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering and the opportunity to drive change.

We are actively looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. The local Commercial team has grown rapidly over the last 14 years and now has more than 200 people across the UK. In this role you will build rapport with new and existing clients ranging from sole traders to the MD/CEO of large organisations, and work closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.

• You will have experience winning new business and building long lasting relationships with B2B clients.
• You must have a passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, client meetings, and other visibility activities – the stronger our presence in the market, the more successful you will be.
• You will be tenacious and have a business curiosity, enabling you to identify and explore new business opportunities to drive the best outcome for our clients.
• You are willing to learn, as each day will be different. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive and further your professional qualifications.
• You are consultative, can question effectively and are an active listener; you will take the time to fully understand client requirements and advise on products and solutions – always identifying opportunities, but more importantly, looking for a 'path to yes'.

• 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing through length of service
• Core benefits
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  Life Assurance up to 4× salary, Income protection up to 5 years, Contributory pension scheme – 4% employer + 5% employee contribution, rising to 5% & 5% in April 2025, and access to a Healthcare Cashplan.
• Lifestyle and financial benefits
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  Discounts on gym membership across the UK, salary sacrifice schemes – Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase, and access to discounted insurance policies and high‑street retailer discounts through Howden.

• Our successes stem from people brave enough to try something new.
• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges.
• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond.

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. In addition to standard adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate flexible hours or hybrid working where possible.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, let us know. If your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may require.

Job Type: Permanent