Account Executive

The Opportunity:

• A leading commercial insurance broker is looking for an experienced Account Executive to join its motor trade team in Kent.
• You’ll look after a renewals book of motor trade clients and own each relationship throughout the year, not just at renewal.
• This business is known for its strong culture, collaborative teams and real opportunities for career progression. It’s a place people join and choose to stay.

The Role:

• Build long-term relationships with a portfolio of motor trade clients.
• You’ll get to know their businesses, spot their changing risks and give proactive advice.
• Work closely with Account Handlers, Claims Handlers and insurers to deliver strong renewals, high retention and steady growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of motor trade clients and own the overall relationship.
• Develop a detailed understanding of each client’s operations, risks and future plans.
• Keep in regular contact through the policy year, including face-to-face client meetings.
• Start renewals early, run pre-renewal meetings and review claims experience, cover and any material changes.
• Build renewal strategies with Account Handlers and negotiate with insurers to get the right outcomes.
• Present renewal terms and recommendations to clients clearly and professionally.

About You:

• Extensive experience dealing with commercial insurance renewals with a focus on motor trade risks.
• Currently working, or have previously worked in a similar client facing role.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Confident leading client and insurer meetings, with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Proactive and commercially minded, with a focus on retention and growth.
• Able to understand a client’s business beyond their immediate insurance needs.
• Well organised, with strong time management, attention to detail and record keeping.
• A team player who works well with Account Handlers and other internal teams.

Salary/Benefits Information:

• Salary to £50,000
• Market leading benefits package
• Excellent bonus potential
• Hybrid – 2 days/week in the office
• Excellent opportunity for career development and progression

Contact:

Dave Harries

Reference: DH/107764

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