Account Executive, Sunshine Coast

Gallagher is one of Australia’s and the world’s largest insurance broking and risk management companies with over 30,000 employees globally. We pride ourselves on being a socially responsible, ethical and collaborative organisation expressed through our shared values The Gallagher Way. We are also proud to be named one of the 2021 World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the 10th consecutive time as well as being on the Forbes World’s Best Employers list as the only insurance brokerage.

We are currently seeking an experienced Account Executive to manage a portfolio of commercial clients. This is a great opportunity to join our high performing Newcastle team with a great working environment.

Key accountabilities include :

• Maintaining and developing business relationships with new and existing clients
• Describing insurable risk, designing appropriate insurance solutions and negotiating the best deal in the global insurance market
• Developing and maintaining meaningful working relationships with our underwriting partners
• Managing and maintenance of budget, business plan and debtors
• Building a long term pipeline to support New Business growth

About you

• To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Strong account management experience gained within corporate broking

• Tier 1 Insurance Broking qualification

• Pro-active approach to all aspects of account management and service delivery

• Highly developed communication and negotiation skills

• Driven and professional disposition with a willingness to contribute to a team environment

What will we offer?

In joining Gallagher, you will have the support of an established team with learning and development available to build your career pathway within our global business.

Additional benefits:

• Competitive remuneration and incentive program
• Salary Income Protection and discounted insurances
• Salary sacrifice options including additional leave
• Discounts to major retailers through our Gallagher Rewards scheme

The opportunity to enrol in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan to both invest in your future and share in the company's growth potential

How to apply

• Any offer of employment and subsequent continuing employment is dependent upon the completion of relevant pre-employment background checks. All applicants are required to undergo employment screening through probity checks prior to commencing._
• Gallagher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to the principles of workplace diversity and inclusion. We welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices._