Insurance Growth Director - AI-Driven Transformations

SmartRecruiters, Inc.

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus

Inclusive culture

Professional growth

Work-life balance

AI-native working

Tech scheme

Private medical & life insurance

Job summary

Version 1 is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Director for the Insurance sector in the UK & Ireland. The role focuses on Life & Pensions, Broker and General Insurance, driving pipeline origination and executive relationships with insurers, brokers, and administrators.

The ideal candidate brings deep insurance industry knowledge, experience selling consulting and transformation services, and a strong track record of strategic account growth in a technology services context.

Qualifications

Strong knowledge of insurance regulatory environment and operating models.
Experience in business development or sales within Insurance Services.
Experience in Life & Pensions, Broker and/or General Insurance in UK/Ireland.
Exposure to AI/ML use cases in underwriting, claims, and fraud.

Responsibilities

Strategic Account & Pipeline Development: identify, qualify and target insurance accounts; develop pursuit plans.
Lead workshops, bids and presentations focused on AI-led automation and data modernization.
Stakeholder engagement with CIOs, Heads of Claims, COOs and Chief Underwriters; enable sales enablement and mentor juniors.