Howden
Commercial Account Executive
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Who are we?
Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries.
People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.
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.
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We are actively looking for an experienced Commercial Insurance Account Executive
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, through to the MD/CEO of a large organisation, and working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.
About you:
- Experience winning new business and building long lasting relationships with B2B clients.
- Passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, client meetings.
- Tenacious and business curious to identify and explore new business opportunities.
- Willing to learn and progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive.
- Consultative, effective questioning, active listening, and ability to understand client requirements.
- Identify opportunities and find a ‘path to yes’.
Rewards:
- 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing through length of service.
- Core benefits:
- Life Assurance up to 4x salary.
- Income protection for up to 5 years.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Access to Healthcare Cashplan.
- Lifestyle and financial benefits:
- Discounts on gym membership.
- Salary sacrifice schemes.
- Access to discounted personal health policies.
- Range of insurance products available commission free.
- Access to high-street retailer discounts.
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What do we offer in return?
- A career that you define.
- Value diversity.
- Encourage trying something new.
- Support each other in everyday moments and challenges.
- Determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond.
Reasonable adjustments
We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working.
If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.
Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.
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