About us
Christie Insurance is a forward-thinking Insurance Brokerage and proud member of a Christie Group plc
delivering specialist sector expertise and trusted, personalised support to clients across the UK. In partnership with Christie & Co and Christie Finance, we offer a truly integrated solution—facilitating business sales, securing tailored funding, and providing insurance services that safeguard our clients' futures. Our team is driven, ambitious, and passionate about delivering results. We are driven by a passion for sales, offering a dynamic and fast paced environment where you can thrive and achieve uncapped commission. The leads to drive the new business are from our internal networks with the full details you require including their key financials, this enables you to have a meaningful conversation from day one as the client progresses during the purchase of their business, there is no need for cold calling/ database farming meaning higher conversion rates. Christie Insurance is more than just a workplace—it's a launchpad for your career.
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 insurance. We'll support your development every step of the way—including helping you achieve CII qualifications.
We are looking to recruit a new member into our new business team to support our strategic growth plans. If you're ready to join a high-performing team that values expertise, autonomy, and ambition, Christie Insurance is the place to make your mark.
The Role
We are looking for a new business account executive to generate and manage new business through warm leads gained from our sector specialists within Christie & Co and Christie Finance. You will manage client relationships, ensure tailored coverage solutions while maintaining compliance and profitability.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment and enjoys the challenge of growing a book of business.
Responsibilities
In this role you will:
* Conduct initial client meetings to assess insurance and risk profiles
* Negotiate with insurers for terms and then present insurance solutions to your client
* Close sales and ensure policies are set up in a timely manner
* Build long term relationships internally with your colleagues in Christie & Co and Christie Finance
* Identify opportunities for upselling, cross selling and growth
* Keep ahead of industry, product and regulatory changes
What we are looking for
The suitable candidate for this role would bring:
* Demonstratable 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
* A proven track of sales success
* A strong understanding of current and upcoming commercial insurance coverage
* Highly professional with an engaging and friendly manner maintaining a client-led approach
* Strong relationship building, influencing and team building skill
* Strong communication and negotiation skills
* Knowledge of and use of Acturis
* Have a CII Certification or be working towards one
What we can offer you
* Uncapped commission structure; payable quarterly
* Flexible working
* 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
* Holiday carryover & additional Christmas leave
* Income protection if you fall unwell
* Life assurance
* Employee wellbeing assistance via Plumm
* Cycle to work scheme
* "Recommend a Friend" employee referral bonus
* Enhanced family friendly leave
* Eyecare vouchers
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.