Senior Account Executive

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

At Howden - Corporate & Commercial, commercial insurance isn’t just what we do – it’s who we are. We support our clients through the complex landscape of commercial risk. We understand the diverse needs of businesses from large corporates to emerging ventures, meticulously crafting bespoke solutions to empower businesses to navigate uncertainty and achieve unwavering growth. Our depth of commercial insurance expertise allows us to protect client’s assets and fuel their progress. When our clients prosper, we celebrate success with them; when challenges arise, we provide unwavering support.

We are seeking an ambitious Senior Account Executive to join our specialist Marine team. If you have a passion for insurance, this is the opportunity for you. Be part of a world-class organisation that values collaboration and inclusion.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to providing outstanding service to our clients. We promote personal and professional growth. This is a full-time, permanent position with the option to work remotely. The ideal candidate would be situated on the South Coast.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews client documentation to ensure that information presented is sufficiently comprehensive/accurate to support the quoting process.
• Prepares or checks market presentations.
• Organises and manages personal work activities to achieve team objectives and meet agreed targets.
• Participates in team meetings, reporting on business progress within your area of expertise.
• Manages assigned projects and contributes to other projects as required.
• Collates and communicates client requirements to ensure appropriate marketing of the risk.
• Liaises with clients to resolve queries and respond to market and third-party queries as appropriate.
• Produces high-quality market documentation, securing appropriate authorisations.
• Takes ownership of data entry, credit control, and chasing subjectivities when required.
• Works with underwriters to place insurance that balances quality, coverage, and price.
• Processes data promptly and accurately on relevant systems to support client service and internal processes.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation for clients, ensuring proper organisation of records.
• Fosters and nurtures positive relationships with colleagues and external contacts.

The job holder may be asked to undertake the following additional responsibilities, as applicable, should they work in a team with no dedicated broking resource:

• Negotiates with underwriters to place insurance that balances quality, coverage, and price.

Requirements:

• Dip CII / ACII Qualified.
• Experience with large complex Marine insurance risks and a strong Marine Understanding.
• Sound understanding of general and legal principles of insurance.
• A sound understanding of the UK Marine trade market, including competitors, specific territories, and cultural awareness.
• Experience in an account executive role within commercial insurance is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and use initiative.
• Flexible and able to meet tight deadlines/targets with good organisation skills.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Calm and resilient under pressure; ability to positively react to change.
• Effective communicator skilled at building connections and cultivating relationships.

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new.
• 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.

Reasonable adjustments:

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.