Commercial Account Executive
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Locations: Cheltenham - 34 Winchcombe Street
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R0007711
From day one, our mission has been to create an independent business with a unique culture – one that is controlled by the people who work for it. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people has always been key to our success.
People come to Howden for lots of different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. That’s what sets us apart, and why we nurture and retain the best talent in the market. Whatever your priorities – work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.
We are actively looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. Our local Commercial team has grown rapidly over the last 14 years, and we now have over 200 people within the team across the UK. In this role, you will be responsible for building rapport with new and existing clients, who could range from sole traders to the MD/CEO of a large organisation, and working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.
About you:
* You will have experience winning new business and building long-lasting relationships with B2B clients.
* You must have a passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, client meetings, just to name a few – the stronger our presence in the market, the more successful you will be.
* You will be tenacious and have a business curiosity, as this will allow you to identify and explore new business opportunities to drive the best possible outcome for our clients.
* You are willing to learn, as every day will be different. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive and further your professional qualifications.
* You are consultative, have the ability to question effectively and will be an active listener, taking the time to fully understand client requirements and advise on products and solutions – always identifying opportunities, but more importantly, looking for a ‘path to yes’.
Rewards:
We believe that great work and dedication should be rewarded, that’s why we offer:
* 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing through length of service.
* A set of core benefits, designed with your health and financial protection in mind:
o Life Assurance up to 4x salary, protecting your loved ones in case the worst should happen.
o Income protection, guaranteeing an income for up to 5 years in the event of an illness or injury.
o Contributory pension scheme – 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, rising to 5% & 5% in April 2025.
o Access to a Healthcare Cashplan, which gives you access to a variety of health-related benefits.
* Access to a host of lifestyle and financial benefits that you can choose from:
o Discounts on gym membership across the UK.
o Salary sacrifice schemes – Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase.
o Access to discounted personal health policies – Critical illness, private medical, dental plans.
o A range of insurance products available commission-free, including home, motor, travel and specialist vehicles.
o Access to hundreds of high-street retailer discounts.
Our Culture: People First
Our focus on being a people-first business has always been at the very heart of Howden. Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture; one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Howden, we consider our people our chief competitive advantage, and as such, we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness, and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances.
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