Construction Account Executive - New Business

Construction Account Executive - New Business

Hitchin

Reference: HH/RF-13566

Our client, a respected and expanding insurance broker, is seeking an experienced Commercial Account Executive with a construction focus to drive new business growth within the construction sector. This role is ideal for a proactive, relationship-driven professional who can generate their own opportunities while also converting warm leads provided by the brokerage.

You will work across a range of construction-related commercial insurance products, supporting contractors, developers, and associated trades. Candidates may inherit a small book of construction clients if desired, or alternatively build their portfolio entirely from scratch.

• Generate new business within the construction industry, targeting contractors, developers, trades, and related sectors.
• Build and manage your own sales pipeline through networking, referrals, targeted outreach, and sector engagement.
• Convert incoming warm leads provided by the brokerage into long-term construction clients.
• Conduct client meetings, assess risks, and design tailored insurance programmes for construction businesses.
• Work closely with broking/support teams to secure competitive terms and ensure smooth placement and renewal processes.
• Maintain strong relationships with insurers, particularly those specialising in construction, to stay informed of market developments and emerging products.
• Provide ongoing client service, ensuring high retention and opportunities for account growth.
• Optionally manage and grow a small inherited book of construction accounts.

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