Head of Branch - Commercial Insurance
22 hours ago
Bristol
Head of Branch - Commercial Insurance Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £120K + bonus Are you an accomplished leader in the Commercial Insurance sector? We are proud to be partnering with an expanding, independent insurance brokerage who are looking for a Head of Branch to establish and lead its new Manchester office. This is an exciting opportunity to develop a regional hub, drive growth, and cultivate a high-performing team within a supportive, values-driven environment. About the Role As Head of Branch, you will oversee all aspects of the Manchester office, combining strategic leadership with hands-on growth and business development. You'll nurture your own client portfolio while enabling your team to deliver outstanding service and achieve ambitious growth targets. Responsibilities Leadership & Team Development • Inspire and guide a regional team, embedding the organisation's core values and standards., • Attract, onboard, and develop skilled Client Directors, Account Executives, and administrative staff., • Manage and expand a portfolio of commercial clients., • Spot and secure new business opportunities across the region., • Plan and implement local sales initiatives and marketing activities to raise the branch profile., • Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, delivering excellent client service while maintaining compliance., • Track branch performance against targets and provide updates to senior leadership., • Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of retention and satisfaction., • Represent the company at industry events, forums, and networking occasions., • Proven experience leading teams within a commercial insurance brokerage., • Strong understanding of commercial insurance products, ideally with experience in sectors such as Construction, Logistics, or Waste Management., • A track record of growing and managing a significant book of business., • Commercially astute with a history of delivering profitable results, with a strategic outlook., • Leads by example and motivates teams to succeed., • Engaged in business development and client relationship-building., • Maintains high standards, accountability, and clear communication., • Encourages a positive environment where colleagues can thrive., • The chance to shape and develop a new regional office for a growing broker., • A supportive, development-focused culture with clear progression opportunities., • Competitive remuneration, bonus scheme, and additional benefits., • Flexibility, autonomy, and access to experienced senior leadership support., • Long-term incentive scheme linked to the branch's success., • Highly competitive salary and bonus, • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, holiday purchase scheme and your birthday off, • Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office), • Enhanced Group Personal Pension, • Private Healthcare, • An array of health and wellbeing benefits, company cash plan,, • Income protection and life assurance, • Enhanced sick pay and parental leave JBRP1_UKTJ