Development Executive

Development Executive
Telford
Circa £35,000 basic + Car + Uncapped Bonus
Monday to Friday (occasional weekends for events/exhibitions)
Our client is seeking to recruit a motivated Development Executive to join their commercial insurance team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience within insurance sales, alongside experience in a similar advisory or sales role, with a strong ability to build client relationships, identify customer needs, and deliver tailored, needs-based solutions in a compliant and professional manner.
Development Executive Key Responsibilities:
* To operate within the commercial fleet insurance division, responding to customer needs and requirements in a professional and timely manner
* To work towards agreed sales and retention targets in line with company growth objectives
* To ensure all business activities align with company standards, compliance requirements, and regulatory obligations
* To maintain the legal and ethical integrity of the business by adhering to all relevant rules and regulations
* To proactively identify and develop new business opportunities, including arranging face-to-face client meetings
* To build, grow, and maintain a portfolio of clients in line with individual targets
* To fully assess and understand client insurance needs through comprehensive reviews at new business stage and renewal
* To effectively market both new and renewal business risks to appropriate insurers
* To issue renewal terms within required timescales and through appropriate communication channels in accordance with regulatory standards
* To identify and recommend risk management solutions to reduce client exposure
* To build and maintain strong relationships with industry professionals relevant to client sectors
Development Executive Skills & Knowledge Required
* Proven experience within insurance sales, alongside experience in a similar advisory or sales role providing specialist, needs-based advice and tailored solutions to customers.
* Strong IT skills including email, internet use, and data entry
* Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C/4 in Maths and English
* Excellent communication and customer service skills (both telephone and face-to-face)
* High attention to detail with the confidence to question and verify client information professionally
* Ability to assess client needs and match suitable products accordingly
* Working knowledge of quotation systems and telephony platforms
* Ability to analyse insurer panels and determine appropriate policy suitability
* Understanding of insurer schemes, delegated authorities, and rating structures
* Knowledge of payment options available to clients
* Ability to work independently and use own initiative