Introduction

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients’ risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.
Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic Account Executive to join our Hull team in London.
The purpose of this role is to support our producers/brokers in servicing and growing our international and UK client portfolio.
We expect the applicant to have an awareness of the marine insurance industry, to be eager to learn and able to forge relationships within the Hull team as well as clients, brokers and underwriters.
This is a full-time permanent position.

How you’ll make an impact

*Providing an accurate and efficient service to clients, brokers, underwriters and other key stakeholders.
*Seeking opportunities to improve internal business processes and cost efficiencies.
*Gathering relevant client information and identifying key issues to provide assistance to broker, escalating concerns quickly where appropriate.
*Attending client strategy/renewal meetings and underwriter meetings where required.
*Ensuring all documentation produced meets Gallagher and Market requirements.
*Working with the wider Marine teams to co-ordinate, prepare and provide information for any RFP / Tender submissions.
*Supporting financial and processing functions.
*Building a working knowledge of Market Reform Contracts for Insurance and Reinsurance contracts.

About You

*Excellent customer service focus, keeping clients at the centre of your actions.
*Excellent communication (written, oral and presentation) skills and interpersonal skills.
*Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel etc.) and the ability to learn how to use industry specific systems, such as PPL and transactional broking platforms.
*Strong analytical and numeracy skills.
*Demonstrable experience with negotiation, influencing, building relationships and learning new subjects.
*Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic team environment where lateral thinking, initiative and decision making skills are crucial
*Demonstrable experience in solving complex problems in a pressurised environment.
*Eligible to work in the UK.

Compensation and benefits

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
*Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ’buy’ extra days
*Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
*Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
*Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
*Health cash plan or Private medical insurance
Other benefits include:
*Three fully paid volunteering days per year
*Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discountShare incentive plan, HMR