New Business Account Executive

Are you an experienced Insurance professional with the drive, enthusiasm and energy to become our New Business Account Executive? Are you seeking your next challenge in the Insurance industry?The RoleHere at Darwin Clayton, we are seeking a New Business Account Executive for our southern region. Although you will be based remotely (on competition of your training period), 1 day a week you will work from our Tunbridge Wells headquarters with your team.Darwin Clayton is a multi-award-winning UK Insurance Broker, part of the Jensten Group; it has a built a solid reputation of quality and innovation in broking services. Our experienced team of Account Executives are well placed to help clients across the UK, enabling us to provide a personal and face-to-face service.Reporting into the Director of Sales and Marketing, the main purpose of the role is to establish new business prospects and develop these through all stages of the business development lifecycle, to successful completion; providing a quality and compliant service.Key objectives & responsibilities will include: Identify any business development opportunities that arise to attract new Clients to Darwin Clayton (UK) Ltd and support its aim “to be the complete broker”. Seek and realise cross-selling and up-selling opportunities in all dealings with your allocated Prospects, identifying additional products and services. Offer and present insurance solutions including insurance policies and other risk management solutions, with purpose to secure new business whilst ensuring a quality service is delivered to all allocated Prospects. To understand client’s business operations, opportunities and risks and their approach to risk management and insurance. To ensure compliance with local procedures, customer service standards and external compliance regulations, e.g. FCA & Consumer Duty. To assist in team performance by regular communication with colleagues and manager to establish and raise concerns and provide solutions. About youAs a New Business Account Executive, you’ll have experience of selling and negotiating within the Insurance Industry and good knowledge of Commercial Insurance products. You’ll have the drive and motivation to achieve and exceed targets whilst delivery excellent service to your clients.You will also be or have: Knowledge and experience ofCommercial Insurance Excellent communication, relationship buildingand networking skills The ability to work supportively and jointly with colleagues Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines when required, without supervision The ability to prioritise and organise own workload Be able to apply own judgement and experience when making decisions or giving advice to clients, including when to refer to an alternative appropriate expert Relevant qualifications (e.g Cert CII) or working towards
Rewards & BenefitsWhen you join us,you can expecta supportive cultureandanattractive range ofrewards and benefitswhich include: Competitive salary with an annual pay review, strong bonus scheme and car allowance Hybrid working with 1 day based from the office (once Training period completed) 27 days annual leave (includes a day off for your birthday and another for a religious holiday of your choice) + bank holidays Auto enrolment into our excellent pension scheme (5% employer matched contribution) Flex-benefits- A range of flexible benefits to choose from, that are most important to you Group Life Assurance cover 3 months Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave all fully paid Professional qualification study support relevant to your role and career Perks at work- amazing discounts on cinema tickets, meals out, luxury items etc. Holiday purchase scheme- up to 5 days annually About Us:Darwin Clayton is a multi-award winning UK Insurance Broker, part of the Jensten Group; it has a reputation within the insurance industry for delivering quality products at competitive premiums. First established in London in 1920, the company was started to provide specialist insurance to clients with distinct needs. Darwin Clayton was acquired by the Jensten Group in May 2023.Launched in 2018 Jensten is one of the UK's largest independent broking groups. Growing organically and through strategic acquisition we now place nearly £600m GWP into the market via our retail insurance broking, Lloyd's and London Market broking, and specialist underwriting arms.We fill the void in the market between a consolidator and a provincial broker. We have the scale, ambition and expertise to stand out, but the people, culture and entrepreneurial DNA to maintain our client focus. Which is why we are not just one of the leading independent broking groups, we are one of the most exciting too. And that is why you should join us! Our goal is to have people in our Group that enjoy being part of one team with the shared commitment to delivering insurance distribution excellence. A big part of how we do this is by listening and then acting on what we hear. Our EVP work is key to maintaining and enhancing our culture and Benefits, making Jensten Group a fantastic place to work, learn and grow.#LI-LP1#LI-Hybrid
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