Commercial Account Executive (R0010501) Newton Abbot, England
With a no limits approach, we can rise to any challenge. Whatever the question, the concern, or the risk, we can get the right people in a room and find the right answer. Our collective power is also helping us to change the insurance narrative – doing right by our clients while using insurance as a tool to build resilience for individuals, businesses and communities. From pro bono work to insuring COVID-19 vaccine development to de-risking the carbon market, we’re using our skills, knowledge, and networks to make a difference and speed positive change in the world around us.
We are actively looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. Our local Commercial team have 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:
1. You will have experience winning new business and building long-lasting relationships with B2B clients.
2. You must have a passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, and client meetings.
3. You will be tenacious and have a business curiosity to identify and explore new business opportunities for clients.
4. You are willing to learn, as every day will be different, providing a great opportunity to progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive.
5. You are consultative, have the ability to question effectively, and will be an active listener to fully understand client requirements.
Rewards:
We believe that great work and dedication should be rewarded, that’s why we offer:
1. 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing through length of service.
2. A set of core benefits, designed with your health and financial protection in mind:
3. Life Assurance up to 4x salary, protecting your loved ones in case the worst should happen.
4. Income protection, guaranteeing an income for up to 5 years in the event of an illness or injury.
5. Contributory pension scheme – 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, rising to 5% & 5% in April 2025.
6. 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:
1. Discounts on gym membership across the UK.
2. Salary sacrifice schemes – Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase.
3. Access to discounted personal health policies – Critical illness, private medical, dental plans.
4. A range of insurance products available commission-free, including home, motor, travel, and specialist vehicles.
5. Access to hundreds of high-street retailer discounts.
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