Senior Broker - Transportation

Harrison Holgate; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent broker in London is seeking an experienced Transportation Broker to manage client relationships and place complex transportation risks. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in logistics and established market relationships. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities within a growing division, fostering an inclusive culture and long-term career prospects.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Performance-related bonus

Access to a strong client base

Professional culture with career prospects

Qualifications

• Significant experience within the Transportation Insurance sector.
• Strong knowledge of logistics, haulage, fleet, rail, marine liability, or other related transportation risks.
• Established relationships with key clients and underwriters across the transportation insurance market.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with transportation clients.
• Structure, negotiate, and place complex transportation risks.
• Leverage strong underwriter relationships to achieve client outcomes.
• Support new business initiatives through client development.
• Provide technical input on policy wording and placement strategy.
• Collaborate with colleagues across functions for integrated solutions.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Client-handling expertise

Market presence

Job description

A leading independent broker is seeking a highly experienced Transportation Broker to join their London-based Transportation division. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned market professional to work within a respected and dynamic team, placing complex global transportation risks and supporting the continued development of a well-established portfolio.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, market presence, and client-handling expertise across motor, logistics, rail, marine liability, and associated transportation sectors with a focus on developing the Transportation book and delivering high-quality service and innovative placement solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with a portfolio of transportation clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery and retention.

• Structure, negotiate, and place complex transportation risks within the London and international insurance markets.

• Leverage strong underwriter and market relationships to achieve optimal client outcomes.

• Support new business initiatives through client development and networking.

• Provide technical input on policy wording, placement strategy, and emerging market trends.

• Collaborate closely with colleagues across broking, claims, and analytics functions to deliver integrated client solutions.

• Represent the firm at market meetings, client presentations, and industry events.

About You

• Significant experience within the Transportation Insurance sector.

• Strong knowledge of logistics, haulage, fleet, rail, marine liability, or other related transportation risks.

• Established relationships with key clients and underwriters across the transportation insurance market.

• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

• Commercially focused with a proactive approach to client service and business development.

• Collaborative and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary and performance-related bonus.

• Opportunity to work within a well-respected, growing Transportation division.

• Access to a strong client base and support from an experienced leadership team.

• Inclusive and professional culture with excellent long-term career prospects.