Account Executive

IDEX Consulting; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine insurance brokerage in the UK seeks a Marine Insurance Account Executive based in Glasgow. The role focuses on business development within the marine sector, requiring experience in commercial insurance and a strong interest in marine trades. The position offers a salary between £40,000 and £65,000 plus commission, with benefits and flexibility to manage your time. Join a family-owned firm with a direct line to senior management and a commitment to an inclusive culture.

Benefits

Commission scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Access to various offices across the UK

Qualifications

• Strong background in handling commercial combined insurance programs.
• Track record of developing business in Marine Trade or Commercial Marine sectors.
• Open to networking and attending sailing club events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and network with prospective marine businesses.
• Travel nationwide to provide quotes and risk management services.

Skills

Business development

Networking

Commercial combined insurance

Interest in marine sector

Job description

You're an experienced Account Executive based in Glasgow with Commercial Combined/Package experience and interested in specializing in marine insurance. Developing business with Marine Trades, Fishing Vessels, Sailing Clubs, Boat Builders, Boat Yards and the like. After all, many of the clients you will be prospecting will be on the coasts of the UK so this would give you an opportunity to explore new and interesting places. We are working with one of the top regional Marine Insurance Brokers in the UK who are actively looking to make an offer to a Commercial Account Executive who has a passion and interest in marine and would like to transition their business development and client service skills into the sector. As a Marine Insurance Account Executive joining their office in Scotland, you will develop and network with prospective marine businesses, travel nationwide to provide quotes and risk management services.

You will be joining one of the few remaining family owned, chartered Independent Insurance Brokers meaning you will have direct access to senior management, have a voice in the business and be part of a special marine insurance team. Additionally, this firm also has a Marine MGA in-house meaning you have extra services to leverage when and where required. Given the marine sector is a strong "referral" industry, you are typically not aggressive with your approach, you’re advice‑led and like to make a difference and in turn look to drive referral business from your existing clients.

Joining this independent, privately owned Marine Insurance Broker you'll operate as a Marine Insurance Account Executive.

Why you should consider this business?

• Well‑known brand who work directly with Clients and also Sub‑Brokers, meaning you'll have more opportunities to be successful
• This firm has an active digital marketing strategy which can be harnessed to assist in the development of leads, alongside your own marketing efforts.
• On offer is a salary between £40,000 - £65,000 a commission scheme to increase your earnings + benefits.
• You’ll have access to an array of offices across the UK, however you’ll have the flexibility to manage your own time at home post probation.

What have you got to offer in return?

• You’ll have a strong background handling commercial combined insurance programmes for your clients. You’ll ideally have a track record of developing business within the Marine Trade/Commercial Marine/Yacht sectors, plus be open to networking and attending sailing club events
• Able to work independently and drive to prospective and existing clients across the UK

If you are bored of writing risks you have no interest in and would like to become an expert in the marine insurance market, we would love to hear from you! No CV? No problem, simply get in touch for more information and if interested we can help you build a profile.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission

At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion‑first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.