Senior Account Executive | Commercial Insurance

About the Role

Based in Athlone, our client is a leading insurance brokerage seeking an experienced Senior Account Executive to join their Commercial Insurance division.

This is a key position within the business, responsible for managing a portfolio of high value commercial clients, driving strategic growth and contributing to the continued success of the Commercial team.

The successful candidate will take ownership of a portfolio of commercial clients, leading renewal and retention strategies while proactively identifying and securing new business opportunities. This role is suited to a highly experienced insurance professional with strong technical expertise, commercial acumen and the ability to operate at a strategic advisory level.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and maintain strong, long term relationships with key commercial clients, acting as a trusted advisor on insurance and risk matters.

* Take full ownership of a portfolio of commercial clients, ensuring retention, profitability and opportunities for cross selling and up selling.

* Lead the end to end renewal process for complex commercial risks, including market engagement, placement structuring and negotiation of terms.

* Identify, pursue and convert new business opportunities in line with agreed revenue targets.

* Analyse client risk profiles and develop tailored insurance solutions aligned to their individual and evolving requirements.

* Leverage strong insurer relationships to secure competitive terms and appropriate cover for clients.

* Maintain a strong understanding of market trends, pricing dynamics, emerging products and developments across the Irish insurance market.

* Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, company procedures and internal compliance standards.

* Act as a senior point of contact within the team, supporting and mentoring junior colleagues and sharing technical expertise.

* Provide market and client feedback to senior management, contributing to product development, service improvements and operational efficiencies.

* Lead client meetings, presentations, strategic reviews, renewal meetings and prospect pitches.

About You

* Minimum 8 years’ experience within commercial insurance broking or underwriting.

* Proven experience managing complex commercial client portfolios.

* CIP qualification is essential.

* Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of Commercial Insurance products.

* Excellent understanding of the Irish commercial insurance market.

* Proven track record in client retention, portfolio growth and new business generation.

* Strong negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to achieve positive outcomes with both clients and insurers.

* Demonstrable ability to operate at a strategic and advisory level.

* Previous experience mentoring or supporting junior colleagues is desirable.

* Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.

* Strong commercial awareness and business development ability.

* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.

* Full clean driving licence.

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary based on experience.

* Opportunity to manage a high value commercial client portfolio.

* Strong career progression opportunities.

* Professional and collaborative working environment.

* Ongoing professional development and training.

* Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the Commercial Insurance division.

Location: Athlone

Job Type: Full time