Business Development Manager (Highly Prestigious Insurer)

Aston Charles; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in London is looking for a Business Development Manager to manage broker relationships and drive new business in the region. The ideal candidate will have commercial insurance knowledge and experience in a Business Development role. An attractive salary and benefits package, including a quarterly bonus and career development opportunities, are offered.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Quarterly bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in a Business Development role within the insurance industry.
• Knowledge in various insurance products is a plus.
• Passionate about growth and aligning with the insurer’s vision.

Responsibilities

• Manage a panel of existing broker partners in the South.
• Take ownership of new business Account Plans for allocated broker accounts.
• Develop a clear understanding of the UK sector propositions.

Skills

Commercial insurance knowledge

Business Development experience

Motivated and engaging personality

Relationship management

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager (Highly Prestigious Insurer) – London. Permanent role in General Insurance, focusing on Commercial, Sales & Business Development.

Location: London & South (flexible on location; some trips into London will be required for meetings with regional broker clients and internal meetings).

Responsibilities

• Manage a panel of existing broker partners in the South.
• Take ownership of new business Account Plans for allocated broker accounts within the region.
• Maintain existing broker relationships through regular development meetings in conjunction with the Head of Regional Business Development.
• Collaborate with UK region Underwriters to assist in delivering new business terms.
• Develop a clear understanding of the UK sector propositions; present to allocated brokers; provide input into regional meetings; exploit lucrative commercial opportunities.
• Actively seek new broker prospects in addition to developing existing relationships.
• Tailor your approach to a panel that includes global, provincial and regional independent brokers.
• Promote market-leading specialist insurance products across a range of lines, including Financial Lines, Tech, Construction, Care & Charities and Life Sciences.
• Contribute to the roll-out of new products and propositions as the business evolves.

Qualifications & Experience

• Commercial insurance knowledge (any product background considered).
• Previous experience in a Business Development role within the insurance industry; we will consider experienced BDMs as well as Development / New Business Underwriters.
• Motivated, engaging and passionate about growth; able to align with the insurer’s vision.
• Willingness to travel to meet broker clients and attend internal meetings as required.

What’s on Offer

• Attractive salary (negotiable depending on experience) plus car allowance.
• Lucrative quarterly bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including substantial pension contributions.
• Career-development opportunities within a rapidly growing organisation.