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Posted 22 July, 2026

Business Development Executive

Stride Resource Management
Ipswich, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

We're working with a well-established and ambitious independent insurance broker in Ipswich, who are looking to recruit a driven New Business Account Executive to join their expanding commercial team.

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This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced new business professional to build and grow their portfolio - with the advantage of an established introducer network providing a steady flow of pre-qualified appointments and warm leads.

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The Role:

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As a New Business Account Executive, you'll be responsible for developing new commercial clients across the region. You'll be supported by a strong internal broking and marketing team, as well as a proven network of introducers that generate consistent, high-quality leads.

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Key Responsibilities:

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  • Developing new commercial insurance clients across a range of industries
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  • Attending appointments generated by the company's introducer network
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  • Building strong relationships and delivering tailored insurance solutions
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  • Working closely with Account Handlers to ensure seamless client onboarding
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  • Identifying cross-sell and upsell opportunities to maximise revenue
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  • Maintaining compliance with FCA regulations and internal standards
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  • Contributing to the ongoing growth and success of the Ipswich office
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About You:

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  • Proven experience in commercial insurance new business development
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  • Strong understanding of SME and mid-market commercial insurance products
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  • Excellent relationship-building and presentation skills
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  • Highly motivated, target-driven, and commercially astute
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  • Confident working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
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  • Cert CII qualified or working towards (support provided)
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  • Full UK driving licence essential
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What's on Offer:

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  • Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
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  • Car allowance and competitive bonus scheme
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  • Warm leads and pre-qualified appointments from a trusted introducer network
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  • Full broking and administrative support from an experienced internal team
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  • Hybrid working model combining field, home, and office
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  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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  • Pension scheme and company benefits
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  • Excellent long-term career progression within a growing, independent brokerage
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If you're a proactive and ambitious Account Executive who thrives on building new client relationships - but wants the support of a business that provides genuine opportunity and warm leads - this is the ideal next step.

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Apply today or contact us for a confidential chat about the role.

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