Account Executive

Job Description:

A leading UK insurance brokerage is seeking an Account Executive to join their commercial team. This is a high-impact role focused on driving new business, managing client accounts, and developing introducer and affinity relationships. The successful candidate will work autonomously, managing both self-generated leads and company-provided opportunities, with clear scope to influence earnings and career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

New Business Development

* Generate and develop leads to build a strong pipeline of new business opportunities

* Achieve and exceed agreed targets for quotes, sales, and revenue

* Attend client meetings and networking events to promote services and build relationships

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with introducers and affinity partners

Client Relationship Management

* Understand clients’ operations, risk management strategies, and insurance needs

* Present tailored insurance and risk management solutions to secure new business

* Provide high levels of professional service and support to all clients

Account & Commercial Development

* Manage client accounts, supporting contract renewals and service reviews

* Identify opportunities for additional services, increased volumes, or operational efficiencies

* Maintain accurate account records, documentation, and CRM entries

Compliance & Professional Development

* Ensure full compliance with FCA regulations, GDPR, and internal policies

* Maintain technical competence and professional qualifications (minimum Cert CII or achieved within 18 months)

* Stay up to date with insurance products, service standards, and industry trends

Candidate Profile:

Essential

* Minimum 2 years’ experience in insurance sales, business development, or lead generation

* Proven track record of generating new business and managing client relationships

* Cert CII qualified (or willingness to achieve within 18 months)

* Strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills

* Commercially focused, target-driven, and resilient

* Confident working independently while collaborating with internal teams

Desirable

* Broad working knowledge of General Insurance products

* Experience working with introducers, affinities, or referral partners

* Strong technical understanding of insurance and risk management solutions

* Familiarity with regulated, FCA-authorised environments

What’s on

Offer:

* Competitive salary: £35,000 – £80,000 DOE

* OTE: £100,000+ with clear opportunity for uncapped earnings

* Autonomy to manage your own pipeline and client portfolio

* Supportive, high-performing team and reputable brand

* Professional development and CPD support to further your career

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of new business growth, nurture long-term client relationships, and make a tangible impact within a respected insurance brokerage.

To Apply:

Contact David or Max at Greys Specialist Recruitment