Commercial Broking Manager

The Bell; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent insurance broker north of Sheffield is seeking a Commercial Insurance Team Leader to oversee a Handler team, manage diverse insurance programmes, and support business strategy initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in commercial insurance and excellent communication skills. The role offers a salary of £45,000-£55,000, 25 days holiday, and enhanced pension benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Full support for CII qualifications

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong experience in commercial insurance is essential.
• Leadership or team management experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge of FCA/regulatory frameworks is important.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team managing diverse commercial insurance programmes.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of experienced staff.
• Support Directors on business strategy and growth initiatives.

Skills

Strong experience in commercial insurance

Excellent communication and coaching skills

Collaborative and solutions-focused approach

Education

Cert CII qualification (or working towards)

Tools

Acturis experience

Job description

Overview

We\'re delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a leading independent insurance broker north of Sheffield. This is a rare opportunity to work closely with the Directors, support a growing Handler team, and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the business.

Responsibilities

• As Commercial Insurance Team Leader, oversee a team of Handlers managing diverse commercial insurance programmes.
• Provide both strategic and hands-on support, including servicing the 15 largest clients with a combined GWP of c£1.5m.
• Support Directors on business strategy and growth initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of experienced staff and apprentices.
• Drive technical development and enhance the client journey.
• Manage workloads, service standards, and team performance.
• Embed company values and foster a positive, collaborative culture.
• Ensure compliance, accuracy, and professionalism at all times.
• Develop relationships with insurers and play a key role in enhancing market offerings.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in commercial insurance.
• Previous leadership or team management exposure (advantageous).
• Knowledge of FCA/regulatory frameworks.
• Cert CII qualification (or working towards).
• Excellent communication and coaching skills.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused approach.
• Acturis experience (desirable).

Benefits

• Salary: £45,000-£55,000 (DOE).
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Full support for CII qualifications.
• Flexible benefits package.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone ready to step into a leadership role, mentor others, and contribute directly to the success of a progressive, independent broker with a strong people-first ethos.