via reed · 7 May 2026 ·37 days ago

Insurance Sales Executive

Reed
Theale Full-time GBP 30,000 – 45,000
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Commercial Insurance Sales Executive

Location: Theale (Office-based)
Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 DOE + up to 20% bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm (45-minute lunch)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Insurance Sales Executive to join their established Commercial Sales team in Theale. This fully office-based role focuses on generating profitable new business, developing strong client relationships, and delivering tailored insurance solutions across a wide range of commercial risks.

This opportunity suits a commercially driven insurance professional who enjoys new business development, working with complex risks, and operating in a structured, professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

New Business Development

  • Proactively identify, source, and qualify new commercial insurance opportunities through outbound activity, referrals, networking, and research

  • Deliver persuasive sales presentations and tailored proposals

  • Build and manage a strong pipeline to achieve monthly and annual targets

Client Engagement
  • Establish trusted, long-term relationships with new clients

  • Conduct detailed fact-finding to assess business risks and insurance needs

  • Provide expert advice on appropriate commercial covers

Insurance Placement & Negotiation
  • Work closely with underwriting and internal teams to secure competitive terms

  • Prepare and present accurate quotations and proposal documentation

Compliance & Administration
  • Ensure all activity complies with FCA regulations, data protection, and internal governance

  • Maintain accurate CRM and policy management records

Skills & Experience

Essential

  • Proven experience in commercial insurance sales

  • Strong knowledge of commercial insurance products

  • Track record of success in a target-driven environment

Desirable
  • Experience using MS Dynamics and underwriting systems

Personal Attributes
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven

  • Highly organised with excellent time management

  • Professional, ethical, and detail-focused

Key Performance Indicators
  • Achievement of new business premium targets

  • Conversion of qualified leads

  • Client satisfaction during onboarding

  • Accuracy of documentation and regulatory compliance

Salary & Benefits
  • £30,000 – £45,000 salary (DOE)

  • Up to 20% bonus

  • Private healthcare (Vitality)

  • Up to 4% employer pension contribution

  • 25 days annual leave (rising with service)

  • Laptop provided

  • Business expenses covered (mileage and training)

  • Corporate discounts and staff insurance discounts

Location & Working Hours

This is a fully office-based role in Theale, working Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm, with a 45-minute lunch break.

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