Employee Benefits Account Executive/Client Director
About the role
Location: West Midlands or Manchester (Hybrid working with travel)
Salary: Competitive + performance bonus + excellent benefits
About the Company
Our client is a leading and fast-growing provider of Employee Benefits solutions, recognised for delivering innovative, tailored programmes that help organisations attract, retain, and support their people. With a reputation for expertise, integrity, and service excellence, they work in partnership with clients across the UK to build long-term, trusted relationships.
The business places a significant volume of premiums annually and is powered by modern systems, talented people, and a culture built on doing the right thing.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a driven, client-focused Account Executive / Client Director to join a high-performing Employee Benefits team, helping to expand their footprint across the West Midlands, Manchester, and the wider UK.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, entrepreneurial professional who thrives on relationship building, business development, and delivering exceptional client service. You’ll have access to a large existing network and a ready-made pipeline of SME and corporate clients to engage with.
Key Responsibilities
1. Develop and grow new business opportunities through networking, referrals, and cross-selling within an extensive client base.
2. Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients and partner brokerages.
3. Provide expert, strategic advice on Employee Benefits solutions, ensuring tailored support for each client.
4. Represent the business at client meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities.
5. Collaborate closely with regional partners, combining home working with visits to partner offices across the UK.
About You
6. Proven experience in Employee Benefits, Group Risk, or Health Insurance.
7. Strong track record in new business development and client retention.
8. Confident, credible communicator with excellent relationship-building skills.
9. Self-motivated and commercially focused, with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude.
10. Good understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements.
11. IT proficient – familiarity with insurer portals and Acturis (advantageous).
What’s on Offer
12. Competitive salary + performance-related bonus.
13. Long-term incentive plan after qualifying period.
14. Flexible hybrid working and a supportive culture.
15. Laptop and home-office equipment provided.
16. Ongoing professional development and industry qualifications.
17. Generous holiday allowance (including your birthday off).
18. Health Cash Plan, Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Programme.
NRG is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic. Our aim is to create an environment that encourages diversity, builds on individual differences, and responds equitably to the needs of all. We proactively take steps to fulfil our legal obligations, remove barriers, monitor for fairness, reflect the communities we serve, and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for breaches of our Equality and Diversity policy.
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Job Details
19. Posted: about 23 hours ago
20. Location: West Midlands, England
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22. Salary: Competitive DOE
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24. Job Ref: 55021