Insurance Business Developement Executive NEW

Southend-on-sea, Essex
OnetoOne Personnel

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