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Commercial Account Executive

Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom

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Account Executive – Commercial Insurance

📍 Southend-on-Sea (Hybrid Working)

💼 Existing Book: c. £200K GWP

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Account Executive to join our growing commercial insurance team in Southend-on-Sea. This role offers the opportunity to inherit and develop an established portfolio of approximately £200K Gross Written Premium (GWP), alongside generating new business across key sectors.

You will be responsible for managing and expanding a book of clients across a range of commercial classes, including Fleet, Contractors, Liability, Professional Indemnity (PI), and Business Combined policies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of an inherited portfolio of commercial clients (c. £200K GWP)
  • Build strong, long-term relationships to maximise retention and growth
  • Identify and convert new business opportunities within the local market
  • Advise clients on appropriate cover across Fleet, Contractors, Liability, PI, and Business Combined
  • Negotiate with insurers to secure competitive terms and coverage
  • Work closely with Account Handlers to ensure excellent service delivery
  • Maintain compliance with FCA regulations and internal procedures
  • Develop a pipeline through networking, referrals, and local business engagement

About You

  • Proven experience as an Account Executive or similar client-facing role in commercial insurance
  • Strong technical knowledge across Fleet, Contractors, Liability, PI, and Business Combined
  • Demonstrated success in retaining and growing a book of business
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Self-motivated with a strong new business focus
  • Knowledge of the Southend-on-Sea / Essex market is advantageous
  • Cert CII qualified (or working towards) preferred

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary + uncapped bonus/commission structure
  • Hybrid working model (office + home-based flexibility)
  • Inherited book of business providing immediate earning potential
  • Ongoing professional development and support towards CII qualifications
  • A collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Clear career progression opportunities

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