Commercial Lines Account Executive

DO YOU....

• have the ability and desire to deliver an outstanding client experience?
• have demonstrated success in achieving sales targets?
• seek out account development opportunities with existing clients?
• build relationships with communities, through networking and service, and by supporting local businesses?
• do well with structure and accountability?

If this is you, look no further as we are recruiting for a Commercial Lines Account Executive in our Edmonton branch.

As a Commercial Lines Account Executive, you will utilize your sales skills, industry knowledge and experience to grow an existing book of commercial clients. This position is supported by an Account Manager where together the team will deliver an exceptional client experience and take responsibility for the overall growth of the book.

 Key Responsibilities include:

• Initiate and develop new commercial client relationships
• Provide advice to clients on insurance matters, products, and coverages
• Complete new business submissions to markets that meet the needs of clients and close the sale
• Collaborate with the CL Account Manager on client service requirements
• Follow up on client accounts to resolve outstanding matters, including collecting payments
• Up-selling of products and services to new and existing clients
• Generate client referrals through community involvement and events
• Meet or exceed individual sales targets
• Remain up to date on product knowledge and build relationships with insurance providers
• Commit to self-development through internal training and industry education
• Resolve client concerns
  
  

Your Unique Talents:

• You have a proven track record in commercial insurance sales
• You seek out account development opportunities with existing clients
• You build relationships within communities, through networking and service, and by supporting local businesses
• You are confident, professional, and interactive in client-facing meetings
• You demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• You are a strong team player with the ability to adapt to and collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders
• You do well with structure and accountability
• You are familiar with current technologies; Experience with Epic is an asset
• You have extensive knowledge of insurance company products, programs and payment plans
• You have obtained, or are pursuing a Level 2 General Insurance license

Your Values Align with Ours

• Integrity – You act with honesty and professionalism. You treat clients and co-workers with respect and fairness
• Client Relationships – You have the desire to deliver exceptional client service
• Career Growth – You are motivated to learn and grow your career with our encouragement and support
• Embrace Progressive Change – You are an 'ideas' person and can adapt easily to change
• Teamwork – You work together with others to achieve goals
• Community – You support communities by being involved

About Drayden

We are an independently-owned insurance brokerage and registry service and have deep roots in the Alberta communities we have served since 1965. By employing over 170 people in those communities, we contribute significantly to their economies, and support local charities through our giving programs, as well as through volunteer work. Our knowledgeable employees deeply understand the needs our clients translating to long lasting client relationships. Our network of industry partners provides our clients a wide range of coverages that's best for them individually or for their business.

We offer a great place to work with comprehensive benefits including: 

• Competitive salary package including commission and bonus incentives
• Group RRSP with Company matching 
• Employee Benefit Plan (Health, Dental, and Vision)
• Health Spending Account 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Personal Time Off
• Additional time off coverage
• Educational reimbursement program to support your career growth.
• We consistently meet our benchmarks on Employee Engagement
• FUN working environment with company social events
• Plus more