Commercial Insurance Sales Executive

Takeley Source: WhatJobs

£40,000–£50,000

Commercial Insurance Sales Executive

Takeley, Essex | £40,000-£50,000 Basic + Commission | Permanent

Do you have a successful track record in insurance sales and enjoy building relationships that turn into long-term business?

CKB Recruitment is working with an established insurance agency in Takeley to recruit a Commercial Insurance Sales Executive.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of your new business activity within an ambitious, supportive team. You'll build relationships with business owners and decision-makers, understand their insurance requirements and develop solutions that demonstrate the value of quality cover and personal service.

Experienced account handlers will support the clients you bring on board through their renewals, giving you confidence in the ongoing service behind your sales.

The opportunity

You'll play a key role in growing the agency's commercial client base, focusing on businesses outside the farming sector.

Your responsibilities will include:

Generating your own opportunities and maintaining a consistent pipeline of commercial prospects.
Building relationships with business owners, directors and key decision-makers.
Understanding each client's business and presenting tailored insurance solutions.
Converting prospects into clients through a consultative sales approach.
Identifying cross-selling opportunities across motor and personal insurance, risk management and financial services.
Maintaining accurate records using the CRM system and working within a regulated environment.
Working closely with account handlers to support a smooth handover and ongoing client service.

What we're looking for

An insurance sales background is essential, alongside a proven track record of winning new business. You'll be proactive, commercially aware and comfortable creating your own opportunities.

You’ll also bring:

Confident communication and relationship-building skills.
The ability to explain the value of cover and service clearly.
A self-motivated approach and the drive to maintain a healthy sales pipeline.
A commitment to excellent customer service and long-term relationships.
The ability to learn products quickly and retain technical information.
Confidence using business software and CRM systems.

You’ll also need at least five GCSEs, including English Language and Mathematics, meeting the employer's stated minimum grade requirements.

The package

£40,000-£50,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
5% commission on commercial new business sold.
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
An additional day off for your birthday.
Health cash plan following successful completion of probation.
Full product training, with potential financial support towards professional qualifications.
A supportive team with experienced account handlers looking after renewal business.
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with a one-hour lunch break. Reduced or condensed hours may be considered for an exceptional candidate.

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