Commercial Director

Heat Recruitment; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Commercial Insurance Director for their Newcastle office. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of Account Executives, drive business growth, and strengthen client relationships. The ideal candidate has senior-level experience in the commercial insurance sector and a proven track record of success. This position offers a competitive salary and a dynamic on-site working environment.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience within the commercial insurance sector.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Account Executives, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Manage and grow a profitable commercial book of business.
• Drive strategic initiatives to expand our commercial insurance portfolio.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, insurers, and key stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends to identify and capitalise on new business opportunities.
• Support the Branch Director in achieving business goals and ensuring compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Relevant qualifications (Cert CII / Dip CII)

Job description

Location

NEWCASTLE

Salary £65000 - £70000 TypePermanent WorkplaceOn-Site Ref89264

Commercial Insurance Director

Our clients are looking for an experienced and driven Commercial Insurance Director to join our senior leadership team in Newcastle.

The Role

In this pivotal role, youll report directly to the Branch Director and lead a team of talented Account Executives.

Your focus will be on driving business growth, strengthening client relationships, and delivering operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Account Executives, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Manage and grow a profitable commercial book of business.
• Drive strategic initiatives to expand our commercial insurance portfolio.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, insurers, and key stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends to identify and capitalise on new business opportunities.
• Support the Branch Director in achieving business goals and ensuring compliance.

Key Requirements

• Senior-level experience within the commercial insurance sector.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities.
• A successful track record of business growth and client retention.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, results-driven approach.
• Relevant qualifications (Cert CII / Dip CII) are advantageous.