Account Executive in Lyne - Time Recruitment

Commercial Account Executive

£35,000 plus - Negotiable on experience 

Ashton-under-Lyne / Full-Time / Permanent / Monday - Friday 9 - 5 

About Us

My client is a well-established independent commercial insurance broker with a strong reputation for delivering tailored solutions and exceptional client service. They pride themselves on their close-knit team culture, supportive environment, and long-term approach to both clients and employees. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Account Executive to join the team in Ashton-under-Lyne.

The Role of Commercial Account Executive: 

This is a client-facing role focused on developing and servicing a portfolio of commercial clients. You will be responsible for generating new business, managing relationships, and delivering high-quality insurance solutions.

You will be supported by a team of experienced Commercial Account Handlers, as well as a Personal Lines Account Executive for any associated personal lines business.

Key Responsibilities of Commercial Account Executive include: 

• Generate and develop new business through own connections and company-provided leads
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships
• Manage and service your own portfolio of commercial clients
• Handle renewals in conjunction with Account Handlers
• Provide claims support and guidance to clients
• Support other Account Executives where required
• Deliver tailored insurance solutions aligned to client needs

What We're Looking For

Experience & Knowledge

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in Commercial Insurance (broking essential)
• Strong understanding of the UK general insurance market
• Proven track record in new business generation and client retention
• Experience with Acturis (desirable)
• Industry qualifications advantageous but not essential

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
• Results-driven with a proactive approach to hitting targets
• Ability to generate leads and convert business opportunities

What's on Offer for the Commercial Account Executive: 

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Business mileage expenses
• Pension contributions (in line with government requirements)
• Death in Service (multiple of salary)
• 25 days holiday + statutory
• Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
• Hybrid working available (following successful probation)

Why Join 

• Supportive, close-knit team culture
• Strong operational and Account Handling support
• Focus on quality business-not high-volume cold calling
• Opportunity to truly build and grow your own book
• Positive working environment prioritising wellbeing and performance

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Commercial Account Executive looking to join a forward-thinking independent broker where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you, please contact Mandy at Time Recruitment,