Senior Account Executive

Introduction

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.  

Overview

Senior Account Executive

How you'll make an impact

Has both account management and production responsibilities--hybrid role. Has both renewal/retention and new business goals. May manage others. Responsible for the combined functions of the development and successful acquisition on new business revenue from new and existing clients and providing a high level of client service to assigned accounts. Performs heavy, ongoing servicing of accounts.

 

 

What you'll be doing:

• Support small to medium-sized enterprises in identifying fitting insurance solutions.
• Interact with prospective and current clients through prearranged meetings, steering clear of cold calls for sales success.
• Establish rapport and collect essential details to grasp client requirements effectively.
• Suggest suitable insurance options and deliver outstanding client support.
• Receive leads from a specialized lead generation unit, eliminating the need for lead generation efforts.
• Primarily manage inbound sales inquiries, occasionally reaching out to clients for instructions.
• Effectively juggle multiple responsibilities and leverage diverse systems.
• Operate within a vibrant, supportive, and adaptable sales and renewals team environment.

About you

What we’re looking for:

• A strong drive for sales and have a proven record of achieving targets/KPIs.
• Worked in teams servicing both clients and colleagues; with excellent customer service skills and the ability to negotiate hard.
• Rejection handling capabilities and good at overcoming objections.
• Evidence your strong rapport-building skills and excellent communication skills.
• Risk aware with strong planning and analytical skills.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being 
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning 
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership 
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact 

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)