Commercial Manager

Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a driven Commercial Manager to lead their Commercial Team. This role involves motivating a high-performing team, driving growth strategies, and ensuring compliance with FCA regulations. You'll oversee client insurance assessments, present tailored solutions, and develop training plans for new recruits. If you have a passion for client service and a strong leadership background in the insurance sector, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a company that values ambition and professional growth, and help shape the future of commercial insurance.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in the insurance sector is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the Commercial Team to achieve performance goals.
• Oversee client interactions to ensure outstanding service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Commercial Awareness

Client Relationship Management

Attention to Detail

Proactive Attitude

Adaptability

Education

Cert CII qualification

Business or finance-related qualification

Tools

Acturis software

Job description

Are you an experienced Commercial Insurance professional ready to step into a leadership role? Are you passionate about driving growth, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring exceptional client service? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About the Role
As a Commercial Manager, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day leadership of the Commercial Team, supporting the Head of Commercial in implementing growth strategies, developing your team’s technical expertise, and maintaining exceptional service standards.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Motivating and managing the team to hit sales and service targets.
• Overseeing client insurance assessments and presenting tailored insurance solutions.
• Driving new business and renewal activity with professionalism and accuracy.
• Ensuring full compliance with FCA regulations and company policies.
• Developing training plans and supporting recruitment and induction for new team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate the Commercial Team to meet and exceed performance goals.
• Support the Head of Commercial in shaping and delivering the team’s commercial strategy.
• Oversee client interactions to ensure outstanding service and advice.
• Identify opportunities for improving processes, efficiencies, and client experience.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and compliance monitoring.
• Manage HR processes including recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Ensure all business is conducted in line with FCA regulation and company standards.

About You
We’re looking for an ambitious and professional individual with:

• Cert CII qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven leadership experience within the insurance sector.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and client relationship skills.
• A proactive attitude, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to compliance.
• Adaptability and resilience in a changing environment.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in commercial lines insurance.
• Knowledge of FCA regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with Acturis software.
• A business or finance-related qualification.