Senior Insurance Broker

Lucy Walker Recruitment; Halifax; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established insurance brokerage based in Halifax is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Broker. This role involves managing a portfolio of corporate clients, negotiating with insurers, and ensuring high service standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in commercial insurance broking and a Cert CII qualification. Benefits include a competitive salary, extensive holiday options, and health care packages.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Comprehensive wellbeing and healthcare package

Cycle to Work Scheme

Regular company socials and charity support days

Excellent opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial or corporate insurance broking.
• Proven experience across multiple lines of business, particularly property, manufacturing, and construction.
• High level of technical insurance knowledge and strong negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and service a portfolio of complex commercial accounts.
• Negotiate with insurers to achieve optimal coverage and pricing outcomes.
• Handle renewals, mid‑term adjustments, and new business quotations.
• Build and maintain effective professional relationships with clients and insurers.
• Provide technical advice and product guidance to clients and colleagues.
• Ensure all documentation, compliance, and FCA requirements are completed to a high standard.
• Maintain up-to-date market and product knowledge, supporting continuous improvement and innovation.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Technical insurance knowledge

Organizational abilities

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Self-motivated

Client-focused

Education

Cert CII qualification

Job description

Our client is a highly respected, UK-based insurance brokerage and risk management specialist. With a strong reputation for professionalism, technical expertise, and award-winning client service, they provide bespoke insurance solutions to a diverse portfolio of corporate and commercial clients across multiple industries.

Their approach is consultative and relationship-driven - ensuring every client receives tailored advice and comprehensive protection, not off-the-shelf products. The business prides itself on its market influence, exceptional service standards, and a culture that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous professional development.

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Commercial Broker to join an established, forward-thinking broking team.

You’ll play a key role in supporting Account Directors and Executives with the management of a portfolio of corporate clients, ensuring all aspects of their insurance requirements are handled efficiently and effectively. You’ll have direct client contact, negotiate with insurers, and be instrumental in delivering market‑leading service and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and service a portfolio of complex commercial accounts.
• Negotiate with insurers to achieve optimal coverage and pricing outcomes.
• Handle renewals, mid‑term adjustments, and new business quotations.
• Build and maintain effective professional relationships with clients and insurers.
• Provide technical advice and product guidance to clients and colleagues.
• Ensure all documentation, compliance, and FCA requirements are completed to a high standard.
• Maintain up-to-date market and product knowledge, supporting continuous improvement and innovation.

About You

• Minimum 5 years’ experience within commercial or corporate insurance broking.
• Proven experience across multiple lines of business – particularly property, manufacturing, and construction.
• High level of technical insurance knowledge and strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and relationship‑building abilities.Self‑motivated, client‑focused, and able to work effectively under pressure.
• At least Cert CII qualified.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell extra days
• Comprehensive wellbeing and healthcare package
• Cycle to Work Scheme, onsite fitness sessions, yoga & wellbeing seminars
• Regular company socials and charity support days
• Excellent opportunities for progression within a respected and growing group

If you have the relevant experience for this role, please apply and submit your updated CV.

Unfortunately, due to volume we are unable to respond to all applications. If you do not hear back within 7 days you have been unsuccessful.