New Business Account Executive

We are seeking a New Business Account Executive to join our growing Private Clients team. As a New Business Account Executive, you will develop outstanding relationships with new and existing clients, provide expert advice on specialist areas, and focus on referral opportunities to boost client service and reach challenging business targets.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with existing clients while identifying and pursuing new opportunities through effective prospect marketing.
• Ensure clients are adequately insured across all exposures by providing accurate and appropriate advice.
• Build a well-connected internal network with other teams and divisions within Howden to aid cross-selling opportunities.
• Collaborate with Account Handlers to complete all necessary documentation and uphold strict client service standards.
• Contribute to divisional projects by actively supporting a range of business initiatives.
• Understand and apply compliance requirements to ensure ethical and responsible client service.
• Assume responsibility for client accounts, addressing queries promptly to avoid problems connected to credit control, bad debt, and insurer reconciliation.
• Lead by example, providing mentorship and support to junior team members through mentoring and development.
• Adhere to FCA principles, Howden service standards, accepted market practices, and the CII Code of Ethics to protect client interests.
• Align with GDPR regulations to maintain accurate record-keeping and client communication.
• Adhere to the Bribery Act 2010, sanctions regulations, and anti-money laundering regulations, acting with transparency and responsibility.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years’ experience
• DIP CII qualified
• Client relationship management experience, with a focus on developing new business opportunities.
• Deep technical expertise in insurance products and the skill to analyse client risk and deliver accurate recommendations.
• Productive cooperation with internal groups to guarantee excellent client service and documentation quality.
• Experience participating in projects, with the capability to assist divisional efforts and aid in business expansion.
• Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements within the insurance industry.
• Established skill in handling client accounts, taking an anticipatory stance to resolve questions and prevent credit control, bad debt, and reconciliation challenges.
• Experience in mentoring and supporting colleagues, with a collaborative approach to knowledge sharing and team development.
• Committed to continuous professional development through eLearning and qualifications.

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new
• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges
• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond