Account Executive - Commercial

Posted 26 January 2026
Salary Negotiable
LocationBelfast
Job type Permanent
Discipline Sales & Marketing
ReferenceBBBH14068_1769445395

Job description


Job Description

The Opportunity


We are working with one of the world's largest and most trusted insurance brokerages, with a strong presence in Belfast and a focus on delivering world-class service through a collaborative approach.

This is a strategic hire within their commercial division, which has been operating successfully while continuing to invest heavily in long-term growth. The role has been created to support organic expansion and to further position the business as a leading commercial broker within the NI market.

They are looking to add standout Account Executives to both their commercial and corporate account teams. These individuals will be responsible for growing and retaining a portfolio of clients while delivering consultative insurance solutions.

The Role


This opportunity is ideal for experienced Account Executives with strong technical knowledge within the broking sector, who enjoy a client-facing role and are supported by a strong team of account managers, brokers, and claims specialists.

Key Responsibilities


  • Build and develop new business (leveraging previous industry contacts)

  • Act as a trusted adviser, delivering tailored insurance solutions and strategic risk advice

  • Inherit an established book of business within 24-30 months

  • Work closely with internal broking, claims, and specialist teams to deliver an excellent client experience

  • Utilise the firm's international market access and global capabilities where required

  • Contribute to the ongoing development, profile, and market positioning of the business

  • Take overall responsibility for relationship management and retention of assigned client accounts

  • Act as a trusted adviser and business partner to clients

The Ideal Candidate


  • Proven experience managing commercial insurance clients

  • Strong existing presence within the NI market

  • Demonstrated track record of growing a book of commercial business

  • Strong client relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills

  • A commercial, growth-oriented mindset with an interest in developing new opportunities

  • Confidence, credibility, and the ability to operate as a trusted adviser to senior clients

What's on Offer


  • Excellent base salary, competitive at a senior market level

  • Clear growth opportunities to Associate Director

  • Strong bonus structure designed to incentivise new business and account growth

  • Long-term plan to take on a strong existing customer base, aligned with performance and career progression

  • Car allowance, life and health insurance

  • Hybrid working with one day WFH

  • A collaborative, supportive culture with access to senior leadership