DescriptionThis is a book-building opportunity in the mid-corporate market, with the backing of a substantial independent broking platform and strong specialist support around you. The role can be based in Birmingham, Manchester or Bristol and would suit someone who already has a credible network, a proven record of generating new business and the ambition to build a meaningful portfolio rather than simply inherit and maintain one.The opportunityYou will be given the freedom to develop your own book of mid-corporate commercial insurance clients, supported by experienced broking, claims, placement and specialist teams.It combines regional client relationships with access to broader corporate, specialist and placement capability, which gives Account Executives a strong platform when competing for more complex mid-market risks.This is not a role built around cold prospecting for small commercial cases. The focus is on developing higher-quality relationships, winning larger and more complex clients and building a portfolio that can grow over time.What the role involvesYou will take ownership of new business development within your chosen market, using your existing relationships, local network and sector knowledge to create opportunities.Building and developing a portfolio of mid-corporate commercial insurance clients.Generating new business through your own network, referrals and professional relationships.Leading client conversations around risk, insurance strategy and programme design.Developing long-term relationships with business owners, finance directors and senior decision-makers.Working with claims, risk and specialist teams to strengthen the overall client proposition.Who this role could suitThis would suit an experienced Commercial Account Executive, Corporate Account Executive or Account Director who is comfortable with a genuine new business remit and wants the infrastructure to build something substantial.A background across property, liability, motor fleet, management liability, cyber, professional risks or wider corporate insurance would all be relevant. More important is your ability to understand a client's wider risk position, bring the right specialists into the conversation and build relationships at senior level.Why consider itThe attraction here is the combination of autonomy and support.The wider platform provides access to specialist broking, claims and placement resource, along with broader market relationships that can help when competing for more complex business. There is also a clear emphasis on giving Account Executives ownership of their client relationships and the ability to develop a portfolio over time. Current recruitment material from the business specifically references building commercial portfolios through local market relationships, supported by account management, broking, claims and risk specialists.Salary and benefitsThe salary range is 55,000 to 85,000, depending on experience, current market position and the strength of the book-building track record you bring.
Senior Account Executive/Director in Birmingham employer: Stride Resource Management
As a leading insurance broker located in Church Crookham, Hampshire, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility while managing a diverse portfolio of specialist motor trade clients, ensuring that our team members can thrive both professionally and personally. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation, we offer unique opportunities to engage with high-value accounts and make a meaningful impact in the industry.
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Stride Resource Management Recruitment Team
