Howden Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Account Executive
Howden is a collective of talent and passion worldwide. We are expanding our global reach and growing organically and through strategic mergers and acquisitions. By bringing together diverse expertise and perspectives, we enhance our unique culture and values, whilst continuing to expand our capability to innovate and deliver exceptional solutions for our clients.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Account Executive to join our Sport & Entertainment division in Birmingham, supporting a portfolio of national governing bodies across the UK. This dynamic, client‑facing role combines relationship management with strategic growth. You will deliver outstanding service, ensure client retention and identify opportunities to expand our footprint.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Manage and prioritise your workload to meet personal and team objectives.
* Review and prepare client documentation to support accurate and timely quoting.
* Liaise with clients and underwriters to ensure appropriate cover and pricing.
* Produce compliant market documentation and ensure accurate data entry.
* Monitor and forecast renewal and new business activity for planning purposes.
* Support the development of new products and wordings through market research.
* Ensure all documentation and communications meet compliance and audit standards.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, underwriters and internal teams.
* Provide leadership and mentoring to junior team members where applicable.
* Support recruitment, succession planning and personal development initiatives.
Who We’re Looking For
* Strong understanding of insurance principles and relevant regulatory environments.
* Proven experience in a similar broking or client‑facing insurance role.
* Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
* Highly organised with strong time‑management and prioritisation abilities.
* Confident decision‑maker with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
* Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
* Detail‑oriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
* Adaptable and resilient under pressure, with a positive approach to change.
* Skilled in coaching or mentoring junior colleagues (desirable).
* Proficient in relevant systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Qualifications
* Full UK Driver’s Licence.
* 2+ years insurance experience.
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
* LLMIT (Lloyd’s and London Market Introductory Test) where relevant.
* Working towards or attained ACII (preferred but not essential).
What do we offer in return?
A career that you define. Our business success is built by allowing our people to make a mark in the areas they care about most: personal development, volunteering, fundraising and creating new insurance products that address society’s greatest challenges.
We support every aspect of our people’s lives. If you are happy and healthy at home, you’re more likely to be happy and fulfilled at work – and vice versa.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Howden we value diversity – there is no one Howden “m” class. We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges. We are determined to make a positive difference, at work and beyond. We treat colleagues, candidates, clients and business partners with equality, fairness and respect – regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances.
Reasonable Adjustments
We’re committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. We can accommodate adjustments such as flexible hours or hybrid working where feasible.
Our sustainability promise
We’re on a life‑long journey to become an ever‑more sustainable group. Our governance processes, company policies and review systems are all geared toward making a positive impact in the world. Learn more about our sustainability work.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Business Development and Customer Service
Industries
Financial Services and Insurance
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