Insurance Agent / Assistant Group Manager

Smart Hire; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NFU Mutual is seeking a self-employed Insurance Agent / Assistant Group Manager in Ballymena, NI. You will build and manage a loyal client base, lead business development across rural and commercial sectors, and collaborate with experienced partners to drive growth in a multi-million insurance business.

Strong relationship skills and a drive to lead are essential, with travel to visit clients and attend events. A UK driving licence and proximity to the Ballymena office are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in client-facing roles in farming, agriculture, insurance or financial services is useful.
• Ambition and potential to grow into business leadership.
• Based within commuting distance of Ballymena and hold a UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a loyal client base for NFU Mutual.
• Identify new business opportunities across rural, farming and commercial sectors.
• Lead and shape the future of a multi-million insurance business as a partner.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Sales & business development

Leadership potential

Planning & organisation

Job description

Insurance Agent / Assistant Group Manager

Region: Northern Ireland

Location: Ballymena

The NFU Mutual Mid & West Antrim agency offers an exciting opportunity for an aspiring sales professional. If you excel at building relationships, spotting new business opportunities and taking ownership of results, this could be your first step into self-employed business leadership as a partner of a thriving Farming & Commercial Insurance agency based in Ballymena.

You’ll be joining an established agency of NFU Mutual alongside experienced business partners and dedicated team of staff. You'll inherit a loyal client base to manage, working hard to maintain the agency’s impressive 95% renewal average. You’ll also play a key role in developing new business opportunities across the agency’s core rural and farming communities; and beyond into a diverse mix of commercial sectors from manufacturing to motor trade.

With the right growth mindset and support from your agency partners and staff, and wider network of NFU Mutual employees, you’ll soon build the skills, knowledge and credibility to confidently lead and shape the future of a £multi-million insurance business.

About You

• A background in a client-facing role within farming, agriculture, insurance or financial services would be useful, though not essential.
• Previous management or leadership experience would also be welcome, rather than expected. What matters most is your ambition, willingness to learn and potential to grow into business leadership.

You will bring

• Relationship-building and influencing skills to earn trust, understand clients’ needs and work confidently with a range of stakeholders
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively with others and achieve results through a shared effort
• Planning and organisation skills to manage competing priorities, follow through on commitments and deliver on time
• Commercial awareness, with the confidence to understand business performance, identify opportunities and make sound decisions
• A genuine interest in farming, agriculture or rural communities, given the agency’s core farming heritage.

You will need to be based within commuting distance of the Ballymena office and hold a valid UK driving licence, as regular travel is required to visit clients and attend meetings and events.

UFU Assistant Group Manager

Alongside your main role as a self-employed Agent of NFU Mutual, you’ll also hold a separate employed position with the Ulster Farmers’ Union as an Assistant Group Manager. This will place you at the heart of the local farming community, helping to arrange meetings and events, recruit and retain members, and keep them informed about agricultural policy. You’ll have the full backing of the UFU, including access to expert advice and specialist support.

Rewards and Support

You’ll inherit an established and fully operational business with no up-front capital investment required. From day one, you’ll benefit from:

• A self-employed income linked to the agency’s performance, with uncapped earning potential as the business grows. First-year income projections will be discussed with successful applicants.
• A ready-made, loyal client base with an average of 9 in 10 customers choosing to renew their policies with NFU Mutual.
• Our commitment to set you up for success and help you along the way. Whilst it’s your business to run, you’ll have access to a host of NFU Mutual training and support services including sales, marketing, financial planning, and more.

NFU Mutual and The Ulster Farmers’ Union are equal opportunities employers, welcoming applicants regardless of religious belief, political opinion, sex or marital status, ensuring that every candidate is considered on individual ability.

Reference: AGS695

Vacancy: Insurance Agent / Assistant Group Manager

Location: Ballymena, NI

Salary: Dependent upon experience, with uncapped earning potential

Hours: Self-employed