Interim Insurance Manager

Wilkinson & Associates Ltd; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking an Interim Insurance Manager for a 6-month hybrid role in Edinburgh. This position involves leading day-to-day insurance operations, managing claims, and supporting an Insurance Assistant. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in insurance management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle claims effectively. This role offers immediate impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have strong insurance management experience.
• Confident handling claims and advising stakeholders.
• Good understanding of policy wording and the insurance market.
• Clear communication skills and steady organisational approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage liability, travel, vehicle and property claims.
• Support the annual renewal process.
• Maintain clear insurance guidance and training materials.
• Advise on higher-risk activities and travel planning.
• Liaise with insurers and internal teams.
• Manage and develop the Insurance Assistant.
• Respond to daily enquiries about cover and policies.

Skills

Insurance management experience

Claims handling

Policy wording understanding

Clear communication skills

Job description

W&A is supporting a well‑established organisation to appoint anInterim Insurance Managerwho will provide continuity, leadership and practical support on all insurance matters.

This6-month role, based inEdinburgh with hybrid working, offers the chance to step into a key position with immediate impact.

The Opportunity

You’ll take the lead on day‑to‑day insurance operations, managing claims, supporting colleagues, and guiding one direct report. You’ll also contribute to annual renewals, maintain insurer and broker relationships, and help ensure clear, accessible guidance is in place for staff and students.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage liability, travel, vehicle and property claims, ensuring timely resolution
• Support the annual renewal process and provide accurate information for tenders
• Maintain clear insurance guidance, procedures and training materials
• Promote good travel planning and advise on higher‑risk activities
• Liaise with insurers, brokers, loss adjusters and internal teams
• Manage, support and develop the Insurance Assistant
• Respond to daily enquiries and provide clear advice on cover and policy wording

What You’ll Bring

• Strong insurance management experience
• Confident handling claims and advising a wide range of stakeholders
• Good understanding of policy wording and the insurance market
• Clear communication skills and a steady, organised approach
• (Desirable) Previous line‑management experience

Reasons to Join

• High‑visibility interim role where you can add value quickly
• Balanced mix of claims, renewals, advisory work and stakeholder support
• Opportunity to refresh processes and strengthen guidance
• Supportive environment with autonomy

To learn more or apply, please get in touch withAndrea Green [e-mail] for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we’ll be in touch.