Head of Retail Pricing (MGA / Broker channel experience)

Bolton Associates; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance company is seeking a Head of Retail Pricing to lead its new retail division. This role involves shaping pricing strategies, collaborating directly with executive leadership, and building a high-performing team from the ground up. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal lines pricing and experience with MGAs. This position allows for hybrid working with flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven record in pricing strategies for non-standard Home, Pet, Equine, Motor, and SME.
• Experience in building and leading teams in a pricing function.
• Ability to influence underwriting decisions and collaborate with executives.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage pricing across varied product lines.
• Collaborate with executive team to shape pricing strategies.
• Lead the selection of technology and build a strong pricing team.

Skills

Strong pricing background in personal lines

Experience with MGAs

Hands-on and strategic

Confidence in executive communication

Job description

Overview

HEAD OF RETAIL PRICING | Build from the Ground Up

Our client is building something bold — and we need a pricing leader to help shape it.

Global insurance business is launching a new retail division and is seeking an experienced pricing retail actuary who understands the MGA / broker channel market. You will drive strategy, build a team, and influence underwriting across the business.

What’s in it for you?

• Own pricing across non-standard Home, Pet, Equine, Motor, and SME
• Collaborate directly with the CEO, Underwriting Manager, and Chief Actuary
• Help select the tech stack
• Hire and lead a team from day one
• Shape how the business grows to £300M+ in the next 3 years

You’ll be deeply embedded in both the technical and commercial sides of the business.

We’re looking for:

• Strong pricing background in personal lines / SME
• Experience with MGAs, broker channels or aggregator models
• Someone hands-on, strategic, and confident talking directly with execs & brokers
• A builder – not afraid to roll up their sleeves and grow something from day one

Hybrid working: 3 days in our London office but flexibility when needed.