Managing Director - Glasgow

Gallagher; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance firm is seeking a Managing Director for their Glasgow branch to drive performance and develop a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership experience in the insurance industry, with a focus on client success and operational excellence. Competitive salary and extensive benefits offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life insurance

Health cash plan or private medical insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Successful track record in the insurance industry, ideally in senior broker roles.
• Experience managing P&L with a focus on performance improvement.
• Capability to lead across multiple product lines with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Glasgow branch with full P&L responsibility.
• Increase market presence by identifying opportunities in various risk areas.
• Strengthen existing client relationships and acquire new clients.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Data-Driven Decision Making

Cross-Class Risk Understanding

Team Development

Education

ACII/FCII qualification

Job description

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Overview

At Gallagher, we believe that every business challenge is an opportunity to do something exceptional. Our Glasgow branch exemplifies this philosophy. With a strong foundation, we seek a forward-thinking Managing Director to lead the next growth phase across our commercial and corporate offerings. This strategic, high-impact role combines entrepreneurial leadership with operational excellence.

You will drive branch performance, foster an exceptional team culture, and enhance our client services across a diverse portfolio of mid-market and corporate clients. Gallagher is a global leader in insurance and risk management, empowering businesses to embrace their future confidently.

If you're ready to advance into a senior leadership role where your ambition can thrive, we want to hear from you.

Certification Regime: This role involves performing a significant management certification function. Your fitness and propriety will be assessed annually, with certificates issued prior to and at least yearly during your tenure.

How you'll make an impact

1. Lead with Vision: Manage the Glasgow branch with full P&L responsibility, setting and achieving growth objectives aligned with national strategy.
2. Expand Our Reach: Increase local market presence by identifying opportunities across property, casualty, financial lines, motor, cyber, and specialty risks.
3. Champion Client Success: Strengthen existing relationships and acquire new clients through Gallagher’s consultative, solutions-led approach.
4. Empower Your Branch: Develop a talented, collaborative team, supporting their growth, succession planning, and celebrating successes.
5. Drive Excellence: Maintain operational discipline and uphold high standards in compliance, client service, and placement strategy.
6. Be Our Ambassador: Represent Gallagher as a regional ambassador—trusted, ethical, and client-focused.

About You

• Proven Leadership: Successful track record in the insurance industry, ideally in senior broker roles.
• Cross-Class Expertise: Strong understanding of cross-class commercial and corporate risks, capable of leading across multiple product lines.
• Inspire Trust: Demonstrates confidence and credibility with clients and colleagues, inspiring trust and delivering value.
• Performance-Driven: Experience managing P&L with a data-driven approach to performance improvement.
• Value-Driven: Commitment to Gallagher’s core values: Integrity, Innovation, Teamwork, and Client Service.

Qualifications: ACII/FCII qualification (or working towards it) is desirable but not essential.

Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Compensation and Benefits

Along with a competitive salary, we offer a dynamic team environment and exciting career growth opportunities. Our core benefits include:

• Minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme with company contributions
• Life insurance (4x basic salary, up to 10x available)
• Income protection (up to 50% of income, with options to increase)
• Health cash plan or private medical insurance
• Three paid volunteering days per year
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount
• Share incentive plan, HMRC approved
• Critical illness cover
• Discounted gym memberships
• Season ticket loan
• Access to discount vouchers
• Emergency family care