Account Executive - Agricultural Sector

Ecclesiastical Insurance Group; St Clears, Llanelli, Taunton, Exeter; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in the UK seeks skilled Account Executives for their Community Broking division. This permanent role involves driving sales, managing client relationships, and supporting business growth in the Farming & Agricultural sector. Candidates must exhibit expert knowledge in the UK Commercial Insurance industry and have a strong commercial acumen. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a supportive culture with a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Group Personal Pension

Bonus scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Paid time off for volunteering

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a new-business focused role in UK Commercial Insurance.
• Track record of delivering profitable growth.
• Possession or drive to obtain a Diploma in Insurance.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and growth through proactive prospecting.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Manage leads and income generation effectively.
• Represent the company professionally at events.

Skills

Expert knowledge of UK Commercial Insurance

Commercial acumen

Client relationship management

Education

Cert CII qualification

Job description

Salary: £45,000.00 - £55,000.00 (depending on experience & negotiable) plus bonus

Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Duration: Permanent

Location: Swansea / St. Clears / Llanelli / Taunton / Exeter / Tiverton

About the role

Lloyd & Whyte, part of Benefact Group, seeks Account Executives for the Community Broking division in South Wales/West offices. Since 2021, we have grown through acquisitions across the South West and South Wales, strengthening local presence across six branches. We are a 2* employer in Community Broking and were ranked among the UK’s top 50 best large companies to work for in 2024. We bring insurance back to its roots, adding real value through specialist risk management, expert advice, and client‑first service. As an Account Executive in our Farming & Agricultural sector, you will lead client relationships, meet sales and renewal targets, and unlock new business opportunities through strategic reviews and expert advice.

Why join us?

Collaborative, inclusive culture and a commitment to sustainability. Career development within a group where all profits go to charity and good causes.

What you’ll be doing

• Drive sales & growth – achieve individual and team targets through proactive prospecting, outbound campaigns, and strategic client engagement.
• Client relationship management – build and maintain strong relationships via review meetings, mid‑term visits, and tailored advice to exceed client expectations and maximise cross‑sell opportunities.
• Operational excellence – manage leads, meetings and income generation through effective diary systems, activity tracking and SMART time/resource planning.
• Collaborative & professional representation – partner with colleagues to maximise commercial opportunities and represent Lloyd & Whyte professionally at external events and industry forums.

What you need to have

• Expert knowledge of and proven experience within the UK Commercial Insurance Industry, specifically within a new‑business focused role.
• Commercial acumen with a track record of delivering profitable growth.
• Cert CII qualification (or qualified by experience).

What makes you stand out

• Diploma in Insurance (or willing to work towards).
• Proven experience working in Insurance within the Farming/Agricultural sector.

What we offer

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Your birthday off.
• Group Personal Pension.
• Bonus scheme.
• Holiday buy scheme.
• An array of health and wellbeing benefits, company cash plan, income protection and life assurance.
• Enhanced sick pay and parental leave.
• Support and funding toward study and professional qualifications.
• Paid time off for volunteering.

Hear from the hiring manager

"Having experienced significant growth across the South West and South Wales regions since our formation in 2021, Lloyd & Whyte Community Broking is now looking to further accelerate business development by welcoming skilled Account Executives to our expanding team in both areas. This is an exciting time to join us, as we continue to build momentum. So if you're a commercially minded professional, eager to advance your insurance career, we’d be delighted to hear from you."

Lloyd & Whyte offers a range of specialist insurance services to commercial and personal clients across the UK. Our collective commitment to community and charitable giving is a core part of our culture.

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