General Manager, NSW - Insurance Broking

Kennedy Reid | Recruitment Agency; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy Reid | Recruitment Agency is assisting a growing national insurance brokerage in Sydney to hire an experienced General Manager for NSW operations. You will lead a high-calibre team of brokers and account managers, driving growth and strengthening client relationships with corporate clients.

The role demands strategic leadership, commercial acumen, and a proven track record in corporate insurance, with the ability to shape the NSW business and collaborate with senior leadership on

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the General Insurance Broking industry.
• Proven leadership experience, managing broking teams and growth.
• Strong relationships with corporate clients and insurers.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Deep understanding of the Australian insurance market.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the NSW broking operation, with a focus on Corporate Insurance clients.
• Oversee Corporate Insurance portfolios across NSW and drive growth.
• Mentor and manage a team of experienced Insurance Brokers and Account Managers.
• Build and maintain relationships with key corporate clients, insurers and industry stakeholders.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to implement growth strategies and improve performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve client service and operational efficiency.
• Support professional development and performance of direct reports.
• Partner with senior leadership to execute business strategies and growth objectives.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced General Manager to join a growing and well-established national insurance brokerage in Sydney.

As the business continues to expand, this newly created position will play a key role in strengthening its NSW operations, driving business growth and leading a team of experienced insurance professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established broking leader looking to take the next step in their career, combining strategic leadership, commercial growth and corporate client relationship management.

The Role:

As General Manager, you will take responsibility for leading and developing the NSW broking operation, with a particular focus on Corporate Insurance clients.

You will work closely with senior leadership to identify growth opportunities, strengthen client relationships and ensure the continued success of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of experienced Insurance Brokers and Account Managers.
• Oversee the management and development of Corporate Insurance portfolios across NSW.
• Drive business growth through new client acquisition, existing client development and strategic initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key corporate clients, insurers and industry stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and direction to the broader NSW broking team.
• Identify opportunities to improve business performance, client service and operational efficiency.
• Support the professional development and performance of direct reports.
• Work collaboratively with senior leadership to implement business strategies and achieve growth objectives.

About You:

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Insurance Broking professional with a proven ability to lead teams, manage corporate client relationships and deliver business growth.

To be successful, you will have:

• Extensive experience within the General Insurance Broking industry.
• Strong background managing Corporate Insurance clients and complex commercial portfolios.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing and developing broking teams.
• Proven track record of driving significant business growth.
• Excellent relationship management, negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of the Australian insurance market.
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders, insurers and corporate clients.

This opportunity may suit an experienced General Manager, State Manager, Broking Director or Senior Corporate Broking leader looking to take on greater responsibility within a growing business.

What's on Offer:

• Attractive salary package.
• Newly created senior leadership position.
• Opportunity to influence the growth and direction of the NSW business.
• Lead an established team of experienced broking professionals.
• Join a growing national insurance brokerage with ambitious expansion plans.
• Work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in the company's continued success.

For further information, please contact Denise Buckley on [e-mail]

All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.