The role We're now looking for a motivated and driven New Business Executive here at the Jensten Group, to help deliver fantastic results for our existing and potential new clients.
Based from our Ilkeston office (with hybrid working options once settled into the role), you'll help with (Commercial) New Business generation, whether it's with existing clients (cross selling, new policies etc.)
or prospecting for new clients/ following up on leads.
This is an exciting time to join our business and the successful candidate can expect excellent career progression, training & development within the role and Insurance Industry in general.
Some key objectives & responsibilities will include: Working within the New Business team with the aim of maximising sales.
Collaborating with Account Executives and Account Managers to help them unlock cross sales and referral opportunities Responsible for delivering great customer service and administering insurance policies.
Responsible for hitting and exceeding realistic targets.
Ensure that all work is FCA compliant and provide the highest of Customer Service to our potential and existing clients.
Strong customer service skills, communicating clearly and building relationships.
Working in a fast paced and target driven environment.
About you As one of our New Business Executives, you'll be a natural at building relationships with our clients, as well as having a natural sales flair.
You'll be given full training & support and the opportunity to go on and gain relevant qualifications such as Cert CII to become a qualified Insurance professional.
There's also the chance to earn good commissions with all new business written - which is uncapped!
You'll also be or have: Ideally from an Insurance industry background (Commercial preferred) Strong sales background and a proven track record in achieving sales results Great customer service and communication skills, and resilience Excellent telephone manner that helps you direct conversations, negotiate and close deals Drive and genuine passion to learn and develop within Insurance and sales Worked in a similar role previously (telephone or face-2-face sales experience in a retail business) Good attention to detail and can multi-task, updating relevant systems and carrying out tasks whilst speaking to your customers Rewards & Benefits When you join us,?you can expect?a supportive culture?and?an?attractive range of?rewards and benefits?which include: Competitive salary with an annual pay review and bonus scheme.
27 days annual leave (includes a day off for your birthday and another for a religious holiday of your choice) + bank holidays Auto enrolment into our excellent pension scheme (5% employer matched contribution) Flex-benefits- A range of flexible benefits to choose from, that are most important to you Group Life Assurance cover- a massive X4 of salary 3 months Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave all fully paid Professional qualification study support relevant to your role and career Perks at work- amazing discounts on cinema tickets, meals out, luxury items etc.
Holiday purchase scheme- up to 5 days annually About Us: Launched in 2018 Jensten is one of the UK's largest independent broking groups.
Growing organically and through strategic acquisition we now place over £600m GWP into the market via our retail insurance broking, Lloyd's and London Market broking, and specialist underwriting arms.
We fill the void in the market between a consolidator and a provincial broker.
We have the scale, ambition and expertise to stand out, but the people, culture and entrepreneurial DNA to maintain our client focus.
Which is why we are not just one of the leading independent broking groups, we are one of the most exciting too.
And that is why you should join us!
Our goal is to have people in our Group that enjoy being part of one team with the shared commitment to delivering insurance distribution excellence.
A big part of how we do this is by listening and then acting on what we hear.
Our EVP work is key to maintaining and enhancing our culture and making Jensten Group a fantastic place to work, learn and grow.