Insurance Branch Director

The Ardonagh Group; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance group in Greater Lincolnshire is seeking a Branch Director responsible for all aspects of branch operations, performance, and strategy. This high-impact role focuses on driving growth, managing local P&L, ensuring compliance, and inspiring team performance. Candidates should have a strong background in insurance and proven leadership skills to foster a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading teams to deliver revenue targets in a regulated environment.
• Extensive experience in insurance, particularly placement and insurer relationships.
• Strong leadership across multi‑site UK brokerage operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the branch to deliver financial targets aligned with regional and divisional strategy.
• Drive new business, cross-sales, and retention through strategic planning.
• Ensure robust systems and controls are in place to manage risk and meet regulatory obligations.

Skills

Leadership

Market Insight

Financial Management

Client Relationship Management

Regulatory Compliance

Job description

As Branch Director, you will be the senior leader responsible for all aspects of branch operations, performance, and strategy. You'll own the local P&L, drive growth through retention, cross‑sales, and new client acquisition, and inspire your team to deliver outstanding results. This is a high‑impact role where your leadership will shape the future of the branch and contribute to the success of the wider region.

Key Responsibilities

Trading and Growth

• Lead the branch to deliver financial targets aligned with regional and divisional strategy
• Drive new business, cross‑sales, and retention through strategic planning and market insight
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimise placement strategies and product offerings
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities and threats

Risk, Governance and Compliance

• Ensure robust systems and controls are in place to manage risk and meet regulatory obligations
• Act as an FCA Certified person, upholding the highest standards of compliance and conduct
• Partner with compliance to elevate and mitigate risks effectively
• Champion Consumer Duty principles, ensuring clients are at the heart of every decision

Strategic Partnerships and Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships across the region, GI, and wider platform to support strategic delivery
• Maintain effective communication with colleagues, clients, insurers, and suppliers
• Lead change initiatives with clarity, fostering shared ownership and accountability

People and Leadership

• Inspire and motivate the branch team, fostering collaboration across Claims and Operations
• Ensure regular business updates, training, and performance reviews are in place
• Support career development through personal development plans and succession planning
• Lead on recruitment, workforce planning, and retention to meet business needs

Financial Good Governance

• Deliver agreed revenue and EBITDA targets while maintaining cost efficiency
• Embed commercial thinking and cost control across the branch
• Maintain a strong financial control framework, ensuring spend aligns with delegated authority

Culture and Behaviours

• Champion the Ardonagh Advisory vision and values across the branch
• Foster a high‑performance culture within an inclusive and diverse environment
• Role model positive behaviours and a proactive mindset, driving Growth through Excellence
• Promote equality, inclusion, and diversity in all aspects of the branch's work

Knowledge and Experience

• Proven track record of leading teams to deliver revenue targets in a regulated environment
• Extensive experience in insurance, particularly placement and insurer relationships
• Strong leadership across multi‑site UK brokerage operations
• Demonstrable success in delivering top and bottom‑line growth
• Deep understanding of business processes, performance levers, and market dynamics
• Experience managing client relationships and driving innovationSignificant experience managing P&L budgets and financial governance

Everywhen is an equal opportunities employer, with a growing and thriving diversity, equity and inclusion strategy; we are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check.

Please note: We may close a vacancy prior to the publish end date if the required quality or number of applications has been received.