Business Development Executive

Join to apply for the Business Development Executive role at Ecclesiastical Insurance UK
.
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (depending on experience & negotiable) plus bonus.

Working hours:

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Duration:
Permanent.

Location:

St. Clears / Llanelli / Swansea.

Lloyd & Whyte
, part of Benefact Group
, are looking for experienced Business Development Executives to join our Community Broking division in our South Wales offices.

Since 2021 we have grown rapid through the acquisition of independent brokers across the South West and South Wales
, strengthening our presence across six branches with a commitment to personal, community based insurance. We have achieved a 2
* employer rating as of October 2025 and exceptional Trustpilot reviews that attest to our business growth.

We’re bringing insurance back to its roots by adding real value through specialist risk management, expert advice and a client‑first service.

As a Business Development Executive
, you will lead client relationships, meet sales and renewal targets, and unlock new business opportunities through strategic reviews and expert advice—all in support of our wider growth strategy.

Join a collaborative and inclusive culture committed to making a difference and building a sustainable future. Ranked among the UK’s top 50 Best Large Companies to Work For in 2024, we offer fantastic career and development opportunities within a rapidly growing, innovative Group—where all profits go to charity and good causes.

• Drive Sales & Growth – Achieve individual and team targets through proactive prospecting, outbound campaigns and strategic client engagement.
• Client Relationship Management – Build and maintain strong relationships via review meetings, mid‑term visits and tailored advice to exceed client expectations and maximise cross‑sell opportunities.
• Operational Excellence – Manage leads, meetings and income generation through effective diary systems, activity tracking and SMART time/resource planning.
• Collaborative & Professional Representation – Partner with colleagues to maximise commercial opportunities and represent Lloyd & Whyte professionally at external events and industry forums.

• Expert knowledge of and proven experience within the UK Commercial Insurance Industry, specifically within a new‑business focus.
• Commercial acumen with a track record of delivering profitable growth.
• Cert CII qualification (or qualified by experience).

• Diploma in Insurance (or willingness to work towards one).

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Birthday off.
• Group Personal Pension.
• Bonus scheme.
• Holiday buy scheme.
• Range of health and wellbeing benefits, company cash plan, income protection and life assurance.
• Enhanced sick pay and parental leave.
• Support and funding towards study and professional qualifications.
• Paid time off for volunteering.

Benefact Group is a unique international financial services Group made up of over 30 businesses. It is owned by a charity and has been the 3rd largest UK corporate donor over a decade, having given away £250 million since 2014. We believe it’s essential to attract, empower, grow and reward talented people and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all feel valued and respected.

We welcome applications from everyone and offer additional support during the recruitment process if needed.