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Senior Commercial Account Executive

Location: Wakefield (Onsite)

Salary: Competitive Base + Bonus structure + Mileage (Negotable DOE)

Sector: Mid-Market & Corporate Commercial Insurance

Cowell Recruitment is proud to partner with a dynamic, independent brokerage in Wakefield currently entering an exciting phase of growth. This isn't just another AE role; this is an opportunity to join an agile firm where you will have a seat at the table and a genuine impact on the future direction of the business.

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Account Executive who is as comfortable negotiating a complex Commercial policies.

Key Responsibilities

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High-Level Prospecting: Proactively generate and secure new commercial business, with a focus on larger cases , SME, and mid-market clients.

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Full Sales Lifecycle: Take ownership of the process—from sector mapping and initial outreach to technical pitching and closing.

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Expert Broking: Leverage your multi-class expertise (including Liability, Property, Business Interruption, Fleet, and Contract Works) to design robust insurance programmes.

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Market Negotiation: Utilise your "standing" in the market to negotiate the best possible terms with a broad insurer panel.

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Technical Management: Maintain flawless records using Acturis and collaborate with internal handlers to ensure gold-standard service.

Experience & Qualifications Required

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Ideally Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a commercial broking or AE role.

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Proven experience handling larger commercial cases (£100k+), as well as SME and mid-market clients

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Strong working knowledge of Acturis

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Multi-class expertise, including liability, property, business interruption, fleet, and contract works

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Exceptional broking and negotiation skills

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Outstanding organisational abilities with a keen eye for detail

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Excellent communication and client relationship management skills

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Ideally 5 years’ experience

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Cert CII is required; Dip CII is highly preferred.

What’s on Offer?

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Impact: The chance to join an independent brokerage where you aren't just a number, but a key driver of business growth.

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Culture: A supportive, collaborative, and highly professional onsite team culture in Wakefield.

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Reward: A competitive base salary (DOE) plus a bonus structure designed to reward high achievers.

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Development: Full support for professional qualifications and a clear path to senior leadership.

Cowell Recruitment is an equal opportunities recruitment agency. Please note: Only applicants with right to work (RTW) will be considered for the role. E&OE