Insurance Business Development Executive | Southend-on-Sea | £30,000 up to £50,000 + | Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Insurance Business Development Executive to join a growing insurance brokerage. The role focuses on managing existing clients, generating new business, and driving profitability across a range of Commercial and Consumer Insurance products. You’ll play a key part in delivering exceptional service while ensuring full FCA compliance. The ideal candidate will be expected to hit the ground running.
What You’ll Be Doing?
* Managing and developing a portfolio of commercial and consumer insurance clients.
* Generating new business opportunities and prospecting new leads.
* Conducting client visits, identifying insurance needs, and presenting tailored solutions.
* Negotiating with insurers to secure the most appropriate and competitive cover.
* Presenting recommendations to clients and closing sales.
* Cross-selling additional products and securing referrals.
* Monitoring your own performance against targets and KPIs.
* Ensuring all activity is fully compliant with FCA regulations and internal procedures.
* Handling complaints in line with regulatory and company standards.
* Maintaining accurate and compliant client records (digital and paper).
* Delivering high levels of customer service and building strong professional relationships.
Key Insurance Areas You’ll Work With
* Property Owners
* Commercial Combined Liability
* Professional Indemnity
* Cyber Insurance
* Associated Commercial & Consumer Insurance products
Compliance & Regulatory Responsibilities
* Adhering to all FCA regulations and the company’s Compliance Manual.
* Understanding key areas such as Conduct of Business, Complaints, T&C, Conflicts of Interest, Financial Crime, Data Security, and Vulnerable Customers.
* Supporting FCA reporting requirements where needed.
* Conducting file and sales audits when required.
Professional Development
* Participating in ongoing training, assessments, and supervision sessions.
* Attending internal and external training courses.
* Identifying areas for personal development and maintaining up-to-date product knowledge.
Working With Insurers & Underwriters
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with insurers and underwriters.
* Meeting insurer administration requirements.
* Keeping up to date with insurer literature and product updates.
Systems, Data & Security
* Supporting improvements to internal systems and website functionality.
* Reporting any system weaknesses or potential breaches.
* Ensuring all personal data is handled securely and in line with the Data Protection Act.
* Maintaining strict confidentiality at all times.
General Office Responsibilities
* Prioritising and responding to client communications promptly.
* Maintaining organised and compliant files.
* Supporting Health & Safety standards and keeping the office presentable.
* Completing any additional duties as required by your line manager.
What’s In It For You?
* Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
* Salary £30,000 up to £50,000 or more depending on experience
* 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays
* Onsite parking
* Pension Scheme
* Private Medical Insurance after probation
* Holiday Entitlement
For more information on this role please contact Sophie Barnes