Description
We are a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. 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.
As a Commercial Account Executive, 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:
- You will have experience winning new business and building long-lasting relationships with B2B clients.
- You must have a passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, client meetings, and other activities.
- You will be tenacious and have a business curiosity, allowing you to identify and explore new business opportunities to drive the best possible outcome for our clients.
- You are willing to learn, as every day will be different.
- You are consultative, have the ability to question effectively, and will be an active listener, taking the time to fully understand client requirements and advising on products and solutions.
Rewards:
We believe that great work and dedication should be rewarded, that's why we offer:
- 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing through length of service
- A set of core benefits, designed with your health and financial protection in mind:
+ Life Assurance up to 4x salary, protecting your loved ones in case the worst should happen + Income protection, guaranteeing an income for up to 5 years in the event of an illness or injury + Contributory pension scheme – 5% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution + Access to a Healthcare Cashplan, which gives you access to a variety of health-related benefits
- Access to a host of lifestyle and financial benefits that you can choose from:
+ Discounts on gym membership across the UK + Salary sacrifice schemes – Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase + Access to a range of insurance policies through Howden at discounted rates + Access to hundreds of high-street retailer discounts
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.