Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive We usually respond within two weeks We are seeking a motivated and commercially focused Business Development Executive to join our growing team Do you thrive on developing new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and delivering tailored insurance solutions? Reporting into our Beeston Office, on a Hybrid working arrangement, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced insurance professional to build and develop a profitable portfolio while working alongside senior leadership to achieve ambitious growth targets. Role Purpose As a Business Development Executive, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales growth and client retention across the business. Working closely with the Assistant Director and leadership team, you will be responsible for developing a book of business through new client acquisition, managing renewals, and identifying opportunities to expand existing client relationships. This role combines business development, client advisory, and insurance expertise to ensure clients receive the highest level of service while maintaining full regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Generate new business through referrals, networking, website enquiries, and allocated prospect opportunities. Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified prospects. Identify and secure opportunities to cross-sell and up-sell products and services. Develop long-term relationships that drive revenue growth and client retention. Expand your professional network and actively seek new market opportunities. Deliver outstanding customer service throughout the client journey. Provide expert insurance advice tailored to client needs and risk profiles. Manage agreed renewals and mid-term adjustments proactively. Assess risk and claims histories to secure competitive terms from insurers. Maintain regular contact with clients to ensure ongoing satisfaction and retention. About You We're looking for a driven experienced cross class insurance professional who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent relationship-building and sales skills. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in insurance broking, account management, or business development. Strong track record of generating new business and growing client portfolios. Excellent negotiation and relationship-management skills. Commercially aware with strong business acumen. Ability to identify opportunities and convert prospects into long-term clients. Strong understanding of insurance products, markets, and risk management. Exceptional communication and customer service skills. Ability to work independently while contributing to team success. Rewards and 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, strong bonus scheme and car allowance Hybrid working with 2 days based in the office 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 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 Darwin Clayton is a multi-award-winning UK Insurance Broker, part of the Jensten Group; it has a reputation within the insurance industry for delivering quality products at competitive premiums. First established in London in 1920, Darwin Clayton manages a range of specialist schemes, including cleaning, security, facilities management, and electrical contracting. The business offers products both directly to clients as well as to UK brokers via the Darwin Clayton Partner Brokers brand . Jensten is one of the UK’s leading insurance intermediary groups, known for putting clients and people first. Since launching in 2018, we’ve built a standout business in a crowded marketplace — combining scale, deep technical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit. Jensten is entering an exciting new chapter, with the business evolving into two clearly defined trading divisions: Broking and Product & Distribution. The Broking division will bring together Regional Broking, Specialist Lines & London Markets, and also Network Broking- while Product & Distribution will unite Jensten’s market-leading Schemes & Affinity businesses with Jensten Underwriting. This will enable us to deliver tailored insurance solutions directly to clients and through a network of trusted third‑party broking partners. Thanks to strong organic growth and a strategic acquisition programme, Jensten is now a Top 10 Independent Broker, placing around £600 million GWP into the market. We employ over 1,000 colleagues across 50 locations across the UK and Ireland and support 93 entrepreneurial franchise holders nationwide. Our purpose — “Protecting today, empowering tomorrow” — reflects the role we play for our clients, our communities and each other. Our people bring this to life every day through our values: Caring, Curious, Skilled and Bold. We sit in a unique space between large consolidators and local brokers — big enough to offer capability and influence, yet agile enough to maintain the culture, autonomy and client focus of a truly independent business. #LI-LP1 Division Darwin Clayton Locations Nottingham Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time Nottingham Learning and Development We are proud of our people and their achievements. Our people are key to our sustained success and plans for organic growth. We offer tailored L&D plans to all of our staff and are proud of our record in supporting CII training, apprenticeships and funded study packages across the Group. We are lucky to have colleagues who have progressed and developed throughout the business and now offer valuable mentoring and guidance to our next generation of home grown talent.