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Commercial Account Executive
Commercial Account Executive – Consumer & Local Commercial Team
Who Are We?
Howden is a global insurance group built on employee ownership. Our strength lies in our international team of 24,000+ employees across 56 countries, united by a shared passion for innovation and collaboration. Employees join for diverse goals but stay because of our unique culture—where work-life balance, career growth, sustainability, and impact succeed together.
A no-limits mindset shapes our approach: we tackle any challenge by bringing the right people together to create solutions. We’re reshaping insurance to enable resilience—whether through pro bono projects, insuring COVID-19 vaccine research, or decarbonising risk. Our ambition? To make insurance a force for positive change.
The Role: Commercial Account Executive
Joining Howden Consumer & Local Commercial in its growing UK team of 200+ professionals, you’ll build lasting relationships with clients—from sole traders to MDs/CEOs of large corporations—while driving objectives alongside your Branch Manager.
About You
- Business-building expertise: Success in winning new B2B clients and fostering long-term partnerships.
- Passion for growth: Competitive spirit to marketing, community engagement, networking, and client interactions—strengthening Howden’s market presence.
- Tenacity & curiosity: A proactive mind to identify and seize opportunities, serving clients effectively.
- Adaptability: Thrives in diverse daily challenges and seeks to advance professional qualifications.
- Consultative skills: Ability to ask insightful questions, actively listen, and advise on products/solutions while steering clients toward "path to yes" outcomes.
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Rewards: We Invest in You
- Leave policy: 22 days + bank holidays (increases with tenure).
- Core benefits (health & financial protection):
- Life Assurance (up to 4× salary) to secure your loved ones.
- Income Protection for up to 5 years in illness/injury scenarios.
- Pension scheme (5% each from employer/employee).
- Healthcare Cashplan access (flexible health benefits).
- Lifestyle & financial perks:
- Discounted UK-wide gym memberships.
- Salary sacrification schemes: Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car Leasing, Tech purchases.
- Exclusive insurance policies & retail discounts (partnered with high-street brands).
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Why Join Howden?
- Define your career: No cookie-cutter corporate roles. Your success is personal.
- Our values:
- Innovation: Learners and challengers in everything we do.
- Support: Build solidarity—in every moment and challenge.
- Impact: Purpose-driven; our actions drive positive change.
Our story: Founded in 1994 by three people (and a dog!), we’ve grown into a global leader with $37bn in premiums—employee-owned, with a mission to build a lasting legacy.
Diversity & Flexibility: We pride ourselves on accessibility. Flexible hours/hybrid work may be available—-contact your recruitment partner for personalized accommodations.
Ready to contribute? If this role aligns with your goals—or if you have questions—apply! We’ll help tailor the opportunity to your needs.
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