This is an exciting opportunity to join ABA Insurance as a Sales Development Representative Apprentice within our Construction division. You will begin by focusing on outbound prospecting, building pipelines and learning how commercial insurance works in real-world business environments.
We have successfully developed apprentices into full Brokers within 12 months, and this role is designed as a structured pathway into a long-term, high-earning sales career.
You will receive hands-on training, daily coaching and structured development through our in-house Sales Academy.
Key Responsibilities:
Outbound cold calling to construction and SME businesses
Building and managing prospect lists
Identifying and qualifying new business opportunities
Booking appointments for senior brokers
Supporting with renewal preparation and client administration
Assisting with remarketing risks to insurers
Updating and managing CRM systems (Acturis)
Learning insurance products such as Liability, Contractors All Risks, Fleet and Property
Training:
Training will be completed online via your employers work site
Training Outcome:This is a genuine career pathway role. Successful completion of the apprenticeship can lead to promotion to Junior Broker within 12–18 months.
Progression includes:
Salary increase upon promotion
Commission structure introduced as Broker
Ongoing insurance qualifications
Clear pathway to Account Executive and Senior Broker level
High earning potential within 3 - 5 years
We promote from within and reward performance.Employer Description:ABA Insurance Commercial Ltd is a fast-growing commercial insurance brokerage based in Kent, specialising in Construction, Property Owners, and SME insurance. We manage over 1,800 policies and £5.5m+ in Gross Written Premium, working with ambitious business owners across the UK. Our culture is professional, driven and supportive — focused on training, progression, and building long-term careers in insurance broking.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm
60-minute lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
A broad range of accounting and finance tasks will be undertaken providing experience across our activities. Tasks at some point would include:
Processing purchase Ledger invoices
Supplier payments
Reconciling suppler statements
Maintaining supplier records
Sales invoicing
Credit control
Maintaining customer records
Processing company credit card statements
Processing staff expenses
Matching the bank feeds
Month-end journals
Dealing with intercompany management charges
Understanding the various accounting software in use
General admin, including a lot of ad-hoc duties, assisting the owners in both administration, finance and other duties, getting to really know the business, including
Providing occasional cover on the telephone support
Training:You will undertake the “Accounts / Finance Assistant” Apprenticeship (an Intermediate Apprenticeship in Accounting), with full support from Accountancy Learning as part of their Flexible Apprenticeship Programme.
Assessment will be by an “End Point Assessment”, which will include the following two elements:
A Structured Interview. This will consist of 10 questions asked by an AAT Independent Assessor. It will last 60 minutes and will be performed remotely via the AAT on-line video portal. The questions will allowing you to to display the knowledge and experience you have obtained over your apprenticeship. You will build a Portfolio of reflections and product evidence that will be used to support your answers to these 10 questions.Successful completion of the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is a mandatory element of the Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprenticeship. Your Apprenticeship will therefore include formal studies towards this qualification. It is anticipated that your apprenticeship duration will be for 13 months, although earlier completion is possible.
You will receive support from both the employer, and the training provider, to complete and achieve your Apprenticeship and will be given time to study during the week on a day release basis.
As you learn more in both the office and in your studies your responsibilities, and the variety of tasks you undertake, are expected to increase.Training Outcome:
Further training opps as your career develops including AAT and potentially onto chartered qualification for the right person
Employer Description:As a trusted, family-run business with over 30 years of experience, Avon Material Supplies (AMS) has built a reputation for delivering high-quality construction aggregates, concrete and waste management services across Dorset and Hampshire.
Our expert team supports tradespeople, contractors, and the public with dependable service, competitive pricing, and industry-leading knowledge.
AMS is your one-stop shop for building materials and waste solutions, offering everything from primary and recycled aggregates to skip hire, grab lorry services, and concrete.
With a modern fleet, prompt delivery, and tailored support, we provide cost-effective, sustainable solutions for projects of every size.
At AMS, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for our team members. We understand the value of recruiting and retaining talented individuals who contribute to our success. With a focus on professional growth and development, we offer great opportunities for employees to thrive and advance in their careers.
If you are looking for a company that recognizes your contributions and is dedicated to your professional growth, explore the exciting career opportunities available at AMS today.Working Hours :Monday to Friday
9am- 5pmSkills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working....Read more...
