Howden Ireland are delighted to have a vacancy as a Personal Lines Sales Executive on a permanent basis that will be an integral part of our wider Personal Lines team.
About the role
Reporting to the Head of Sales – Personal Lines, the successful candidate will primarily focus on identifying and securing new business opportunities to expand the client base. The role requires strong relationship‑management, negotiation and sales skills to optimise client portfolios and drive business growth. The Sales Executive will provide expert advice ensuring client satisfaction by providing tailored insurance solutions, covering new business, upselling, and commercial‑connected new business customers. It is a fast‑paced, client‑facing role, ideal for a driven professional with a passion for insurance and sales.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, insurers and internal team members.
Ensure new business targets are achieved as set out by management.
Implement company compliance and office procedures including new business development.
Conduct outbound sales calls and follow‑ups to grow the personal lines client base.
Ensure full accuracy when submitting new business proposals/submissions to both the customer and insurer.
Evaluate clients’ risk profiles and provide expert advice on suitable insurance products and coverage options.
Follow up on pipeline activity and quote new business from website/phone/cross referrals to ensure all business opportunities are explored and followed through.
Stay up‑to‑date with market practice and product availability, giving feedback to management on market issues, including pricing, service levels and product development.
Work closely with the Existing Client Services Team and Commercial Team to generate cross referrals.
Ensure all client documentation is maintained accurately and securely within the CRM and systems.
Where required, work with other teams within the Group to facilitate training, product development and promote new business areas.
Maintain effective relationships with colleagues and insurers.
Inspire client loyalty through efficient and friendly service delivery.
Attend insurer meetings with management as required.
Adhere to compliance as outlined in the handbook and procedures manual.
About You
Minimum of 3 years’ experience within a sales position in the Irish insurance market.
Sound technical product knowledge and knowledge of the general insurance market.
CIP qualified with proof of up‑to‑date CPD or grandfathered in personal lines.
Flair for sales and business development with a proven track record.
Ability to work on own initiative, meet deadlines and work under pressure in a busy environment.
Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Team player with a view to developing and nurturing new team members’ knowledge in a positive way.
Committed to continuous professional development.
About Howden Ireland
Howden Ireland is part of Howden, the global insurance intermediary group, and has over 500 employees across 28 local offices advising clients on commercial insurance, personal insurance, health insurance, life and pensions and mortgage requirements. Our success is primarily down to the incredible people we employ.
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