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
