Client Director - Commercial Insurance

The People Pod; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent insurance brokerage is seeking an experienced Client Director to join their team in Greater Manchester. The role involves managing a portfolio of commercial clients while delivering exceptional service and developing new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial insurance, excellent relationship-building skills, and a proven track record of managing a significant book of business. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and benefits including hybrid working and enhanced healthcare.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working arrangement

Enhanced Pension and Private Healthcare

Health and wellbeing benefits

Paid leave for volunteering

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Client Director or Senior Account Executive within commercial insurance.
• Strong technical knowledge across commercial insurance products.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of commercial clients, delivering exceptional service and advice.
• Work alongside the Development Executives to secure new business opportunities.
• Support and mentor Account Executives and junior team members.

Skills

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Technical knowledge of commercial insurance

Job description

Salary: £80K- £100K plus competitive bonus and benefits

Are you an experienced Client Director with a passion for building strong relationships and driving business growth? We are partnering with a leading independent insurance brokerage seeking a Client Director to join its expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a high-value portfolio, deliver exceptional client service, and contribute to the company's ambitious growth plans.

About the Role

As Client Director, you will take ownership of a portfolio of commercial clients, ensuring their needs are met with tailored insurance solutions. You'll play a key role in developing new business opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and supporting the wider team to achieve success.

Responsibilities

Client Management

• Manage and grow a portfolio of commercial clients, delivering exceptional service and advice.
• Ensure high levels of client retention through proactive engagement and relationship-building.
• Provide tailored insurance solutions in collaboration with insurers and partners.

Business Development

• Work alongside the Development Executives and wider marketing and lead generation teams to identify and secure new business opportunities within target sectors.
• Develop and execute strategies to achieve growth targets.
• Represent the company at networking events and industry forums.

Leadership

• Support and mentor Account Executives and junior team members.
• Promote a collaborative and professional culture aligned with company values.

Who We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Client Director or Senior Account Executive within commercial insurance, ideally with experience provide insurance solutions to either the Construction, Logistics or Waste Management
• Strong technical knowledge across commercial insurance products.
• Track record of managing and growing a significant book of business.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Why Join

• Join a growing, independent brokerage with a reputation for excellence.
• Enjoy a supportive, development-focused culture with clear progression opportunities.
• Benefit from flexibility, autonomy, and access to senior leadership support.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, holiday purchase scheme, and your birthday off.
• Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office).
• Enhanced Pension and Private Healthcare.
• Health and wellbeing benefits, income protection, and life assurance.
• Paid leave for volunteering and enhanced parental leave.