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Posted 02 August, 2026

Business Development Sales Manager

Reed
Watford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

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  • Annual Salary: Up to £65,000per annum plus bonus
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  • Location: London, UK (Remote)
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  • Job Type: Full-time
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Reed Insurance London are looing for a candidate to join a leading global company with 80 years of expertise in Trade Credit Insurance, Business Information, and related financial services. They are looking for a Sales Executive to drive new business sales and support our national efforts, particularly focusing on the Midlands region. This role offers the chance to be part of a close-knit international organisation where your contributions directly impact our success.

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Day-to-day of the role:

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  • Deliver new business sales to meet individual and team targets.
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  • Liaise with the Commercial Department to ensure prudent Commercial Underwriting of Credit Insurance Business, adhering to Group and UK Rules and Standards.
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  • Develop interest and awareness in the Credit Insurance market in your allocated geographical region to generate leads and secure profitable business.
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  • Identify opportunities for all product lines, maximising contribution to the business and converting internal leads.
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  • Develop and build a network of introducers and a panel of general insurance brokers in your geographical area to provide new business leads.
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  • Work closely with Commercial Underwriting, the Marketing Department, and any external marketing resources in managing leads and feeding back activity results.
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  • Ensure a timely and efficient service to prospects and clients in collaboration with the Client Services & Contract Services teams.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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  • Degree educated (2.1) in Finance, Business, or a related field.
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  • Minimum of 3 years of sales experience; previous experience in the Trade Credit Insurance (TCI) industry is desirable.
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  • Autonomous with the ability to self-motivate and focus on goals while working independently.
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  • Strong sales negotiation and communication skills.
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  • Ability to prioritise tasks and allocate time effectively.
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  • In-depth familiarity with various contract structures to negotiate between price and risk optimally.
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  • Knowledge of the current economic climate and its impact on the market.
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  • Driven and thrives in a target-driven environment.
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  • Proven track record in meeting and exceeding sales targets.
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  • Proven ability to build long-term relationships both internally and externally.
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  • Understanding of compliance in a regulated environment.
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Benefits:

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  • Competitive salary and performance incentives.
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  • Dynamic, international working environment.
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  • Opportunities for professional growth and cross-border collaboration.
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  • Exposure to senior leadership.
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To apply for this Sales Executive position, please submit your updated CV and I will be in touch! Please note you must have a credit insurance background.