Client Director - Commercial Insurance

The People Pod; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

The People Pod is seeking a Client Director in the United Kingdom, Greater Manchester area, offering a high-value portfolio role with a strong focus on client service and growth. You will manage commercial clients, develop new business opportunities, and support the broader team to reach ambitious growth targets.

You will lead client relationships with a strategic mindset, drawing on deep knowledge of commercial insurance products and a track record of expanding a significant book of business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Client Director or Senior Account Executive within commercial insurance.
• Experience providing insurance solutions to Construction, Logistics or Waste Management sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge across commercial insurance products.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of commercial clients with tailored insurance solutions.
• Develop new business opportunities and lead growth within target sectors.
• Mentor Account Executives and support a collaborative team culture.

Skills

Client management

Relationship building

Negotiation

Communication

Business development

Leadership

Job description

Salary: £80K- £110K 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.