Development Executive - Commercial Insurance
Development Executive - Commercial Insurance
Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £80,000 plus competitive bonus and benefits
Are you an ambitious Development Executive with expertise in Commercial Insurance and a passion for driving growth? We are partnering with a leading independent insurance brokerage to recruit a talented Development Executive for its expanding team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a new proposition, build strong client relationships, and contribute to a business that's growing rapidly and making a real difference.
About the Role As Development Executive, you'll lead the creation and delivery of a specialist proposition within a niche sector - ideally Construction, Waste, Logistics, Cyber or High-Risk Liability. You'll use your expertise and network to attract new clients, deliver exceptional service, and provide market-leading insurance solutions. This role offers autonomy, responsibility, and the chance to make a significant impact.
ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development • Design and implement a new proposition and team within your specialist sector.
- Generate leads through LinkedIn, introducers, partnerships, and cold calling, supported by additional leads from the businesses lead generation and marketing teams.
- Lead new business meetings with senior stakeholders, managing relationships from prospecting through to transition to client.
- Deliver sales and growth within your dedicated sector.
- Represent the company at networking events and industry forums.
- Provide market-leading insurance solutions aligned with client needs.
- Report regularly to the Sales Director and recommend corrective actions where needed.
- Proven success in attracting and winning new commercial and corporate clients is essential, ideally with a track record in Construction, Logistics, Waste, Cyber, or High-Risk Liability.
- Cert CII or above.
- Strong ability to manage time, prioritise, and work independently.
- Outcome-focused with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- An existing book of business in one of our niche markets would be desirable but not essential.
- Innovative ideas and a proactive approach.
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
- Enjoy a supportive, development-focused culture with clear progression opportunities.
- Benefit from flexibility, autonomy, and access to senior leadership support.
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, holiday purchase scheme, and your birthday off.
- Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office).
- Enhanced Pension and Private Healthcare.
- Health and wellbeing benefits, income protection, and life assurance.
- Paid leave for volunteering and enhanced parental leave.
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