Business Development Executive

Overview

In this Retail Insurance role, you grow and source new business while retaining existing clients, using your communication and negotiation skills to secure favorable terms. You’ll work in a client-centric culture that values integrity and teamwork, contributing to Gallagher’s reputation and market impact. You’ll engage with clients, partners, and markets at events and meetings, driving growth through upselling and strong relationship management. This is a performance-driven opportunity with meaningful, tangible outcomes in a global context.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs
• Career development opportunities
• Collaborative, people-first culture
• Global reach with local impact
• Accessible leadership

Responsibilities

• Actively pursue and respond to new business opportunities while aiming to exceed targets
• Maintain a client-centric focus across a broad range of services and products to enable upselling
• Build and manage sales pipelines; generate leads autonomously
• Attend industry events (dinners, AGM’s, trade shows, expos) to network and secure opportunities
• Negotiate terms effectively with underwriters and insurers to secure favorable outcomes
• Represent the company professionally to clients and stakeholders, promoting industry dialogue and expertise
• Collaborate with teammates and uphold high integrity in all client interactions

Key requirements

• Sales management experience in a commercial setting
• Consistent track record of delivering against targets within a regulated, measurable framework
• Ability to generate leads and build pipelines autonomously
• Eligibility to work in the UK and willingness to travel
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills

• Interpersonal skills
• Integrity and professionalism
• Team player and collaborative mindset
• Proactive and self-driven
• Client-centric mindset

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