Commercial Account Executive

Commercial Account Executive

Location: Poole, Dorset

Hours: Monday Friday 8:30am 5pm

Salary: Up to £40,000 (D.O.E)

Are you a tenacious sales professional with a passion for building long-lasting B2B relationships? Do you thrive on networking and identifying new business opportunities?

We are seeking a driven Commercial Account Executive to join the rapidly expanding local commercial arm of a global, independent insurance broker. Over the last 14 years, this specific team has grown to over 200 experts across the UK, and they are looking for an entrepreneurial individual to help continue that success.

In this pivotal role, you will be the face of the business within the local community. You will work closely with your Branch Manager to hit strategic objectives while managing a diverse portfolio of clients.

• Relationship Management - Building rapport with a broad spectrum of clients, ranging from sole traders to the MDs and CEOs of large organisations.
• Business Development - Winning new business through proactive marketing, community engagement, and face-to-face networking.
• Consultative Advising - Utilising active listening and effective questioning to fully understand client requirements and provide tailored insurance solutions.
• Strategic Growth - Identifying and exploring new business opportunities with a "path to yes" mentality to drive the best outcomes for your clients.
• Professional Excellence - Maintaining a strong market presence to ensure the brand remains the go-to choice for local commercial insurance.

We are looking for a consultative professional who possesses a natural "business curiosity" and a hunger for growth.

• Industry Knowledge - Previous experience within Commercial Insurance is highly preferable, providing you with the foundation to advise clients with confidence.
• Proven Experience - You have a track record of winning new B2B business and nurturing professional relationships.
• Networking Pro - You enjoy being out in the market, attending meetings, and engaging with the local business community.
• Tenacious & Curious - You are always looking for the next opportunity and aren't afraid to ask the right questions to find it.
• Growth Mindset - You are willing to learn and eager to further your professional qualifications within the insurance industry.

Our client is a "People First" organisation that believes dedication should be met with significant rewards. Their employee-ownership model ensures everyone is invested in the company's success.

• Holiday - 22 days (plus bank holidays), increasing with your length of service.
• Financial Protection - Life Assurance (up to 4x salary) and Income Protection for up to 5 years.
• Pension - Contributory scheme (4% employer/5% employee), rising to 5% each in April 2025.
• Health & Wellbeing - Access to a Healthcare Cashplan and discounted personal health policies (Critical Illness, Private Medical, Dental).
• Lifestyle Benefits - Salary sacrifice schemes (Car leasing, Cycle to Work, Tech purchase) and discounted gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts - Commission-free insurance products and access to hundreds of high-street retailer discounts.