Sales Executive

Christie Insurance; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance brokerage in Milton Keynes is seeking a new business account executive. This role involves managing new business through warm leads, conducting client assessments, and negotiating tailored insurance solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial insurance, excellent sales skills, and is either CII certified or working towards it. Enjoy a collaborative environment with career development support and various benefits, including 25 days of annual leave and a cycle to work scheme.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Holiday carryover & additional Christmas leave

Life assurance

Employee wellbeing assistance via Plumm

Cycle to work scheme

Recommend a Friend employee referral bonus

Enhanced family friendly leave

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as an Account Executive in New Business within a commercial insurance setting.
• Understanding of insurance fundamentals and legal context.
• CII Certification or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial client meetings to assess insurance and risk profiles.
• Present tailored insurance solutions and negotiate with insurers.
• Close sales and ensure timely policy setup.

Skills

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Commercial insurance knowledge

Sales experience

Education

CII Certification or working towards

Job description

Commercial Property Finance & Insurance Talent Acquisition and Strategy

About us

Christie Insurance is an Insurance Brokerage; a member of the Christie Group plc (https://www.christiegroup.com) delivering sector expertise with Christie & Co and Christie Finance. We offer an integrated solution—facilitating business sales, funding, and providing insurance.

We are looking for a new business account executive to manage new business through warm leads gained from Christie & Co and Christie Finance. There is no cold calling, no working ‘dead’ databases. You will have the new owner's name, mobile phone number, the current owner's schedule of insurance with the incumbent insurers names, premium & terms.

Here, your voice matters. We foster a collaborative environment where ideas are welcomed, and you can actively shape the direction and success of the business. As an independent brokerage, we offer unmatched access to professionals across our sectors, empowering you to make a real impact while building a rewarding career. You'll be part of a growing team of experienced brokers committed to excellence in business and life insurance. We’ll support your development every step of the way—including helping you achieve CII qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial client meetings to assess insurance and risk profiles
• Present tailored insurance solutions and negotiate with insurers for terms
• Close sales and ensure policies are set up in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as an Account Executive in New Business specifically within a commercial insurance setting or the SME (Small and Medium Enterprise) sector
• A well-founded understanding of the fundamentals of Insurance and its legal context and operation of the Insurance marketplace
• Have a CII Certification or be working towards one

What we can offer you

• Your target will be to sell to 4 new clients each month
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday carryover & additional Christmas leave
• Life assurance
• Employee wellbeing assistance via Plumm
• Cycle to work scheme
• “Recommend a Friend” employee referral bonus
• Enhanced family friendly leave

EEO Statement

Christie Insurance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.

We are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Insurance