Business Development Executive

Company: Employment Specialists
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Location: Colchester
Job Description:

Business Client Development | Full Training + CII SupportA highly respected Commercial Insurer in Colchester (with an outstanding reputation in the market) is looking to recruit a Business Development Executive to join their growth-focused team.This is a new business focused opportunity where you’ll be trained to generate and develop your own pipeline of business. You’ll be supported with superb training, hands-on mentoring, and strong technical backing – plus support with CII studies as you build a long-term career in Commercial Insurance.Instead of inheriting a book or focusing on servicing, you’ll be out in the market creating opportunities and building relationships from the ground up.What you’ll be doing as Business Development ExecutiveKey responsibilities will include:Proactively generating new business opportunities with

local companiesTargeting and engaging businesses to uncover Insurance needsBuilding a consistent pipeline through

outbound calls, referrals, introductions and networkingBooking and attending client meetings (phone, video and face-to-face) to complete fact-finds and understand riskHelping prepare and deliver professional

proposals and presentationsDeveloping confidence in handling objections, negotiating, and converting opportunities into long-term client relationshipsProgressing (with training and mentoring) into managing your own portfolio of clients as you growWhat we’re looking for from the Business Development Executive:A confident, professional communicator who enjoys building rapport quicklyA proactive, resilient approach, you’re comfortable picking up the phone and creating momentumInterest in

Commercial Insurance

and a genuine desire to build a career in the sectorA target-driven mindset and pride in doing things properlyAny exposure to Commercial Insurance is helpful, but attitude, energy and willingness to learn are keyTraining, development & CII supportStructured training and ongoing coaching from experienced professionalsStrong technical support around you, so you can focus on learning and winning businessSupport with CII studies

as part of your development and progressionLocation: Colchester (office-based) Due to the remote location of the office you must be able to drive.Work Location: In person

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Posted: October 21st, 2026