Account Executive

Commercial Account Executive

£35,000 plus - Negotiable on experience

Ashton-under-Lyne / Full-Time | Permanent

My client is a well-established independent commercial insurance broker with a strong reputation for delivering tailored solutions and exceptional client service. Theypride themselves on theirclose-knit team culture, supportive environment, and long-term approach to both clients and employees.

Due to continued growth, theyare looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Account Executive to join our team in Ashton-under-Lyne.

This is a client-facing role focused on developing and servicing a portfolio of commercial clients
. You will be responsible for generating new business, managing relationships, and delivering high-quality insurance solutions.

You will be supported by a team of experienced Commercial Account Handlers, as well as a Personal Lines Account Executive for any associated personal lines business.

• Generate and develop new business through own connections and company-provided leads
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships
• Manage and service your own portfolio of commercial clients
• Handle renewals in conjunction with Account Handlers
• Provide claims support and guidance to clients
• Support other Account Executives where required
• Deliver tailored insurance solutions aligned to client needs

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in Commercial Insurance (broking essential)
• Strong understanding of the UK general insurance market
• Proven track record in new business generation and client retention
• Experience with Acturis (desirable)
• Industry qualifications advantageous but not essential

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
• Results-driven with a proactive approach to hitting targets
• Ability to generate leads and convert business opportunities

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Business mileage expenses
• Pension contributions (in line with government requirements)
• Death in Service (multiple of salary)
• 25 days holiday + statutory
• Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
• Hybrid working available (following successful probation)

• Supportive, close-knit team culture
• Strong operational and Account Handling support
• Focus on quality business—not high-volume cold calling
• Opportunity to truly build and grow your own book
• Positive working environment prioritising wellbeing and performance