Role Overview
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Associate, Business Support, UK Retail to provide direct support to the Chief Risk & Compliance Officer (CRCO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the UK Retail business. The role provides a unique chance to work directly alongside two dynamic C-suite leaders during a time of exceptional growth and opportunity for Acrisure in the UK .This role is pivotal in ensuring that executive priorities are managed effectively, meetings and actions are coordinated seamlessly, and governance requirements are met through the preparation of board and committee papers. The Business Manager will also oversee a range of secretarial and administrative duties to enable the CFO and CRCO to focus on strategic leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support
1. Act as the primary point of contact and support for the CFO and CRCO.
2. Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and ensure agendas are prepared in advance.
3. Track and follow up on actions arising from meetings to ensure timely completion.
Governance & Board Support
4. Coordinate the preparation of board and committee papers, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely distribution.
5. Liaise with stakeholders across the business to gather input for governance documents.
6. Maintain records of board and committee decisions and ensure action points are monitored.
Operational & Administrative Duties
7. Provide secretarial support including minute-taking, document, email and calendar management and correspondence.
8. Organise internal and external meetings, workshops, and events.
9. Support the CFO and CRCO with ad hoc projects and initiatives.
Skills & Experience
10. Proven experience in a business management, executive assistant, or governance support role within financial services or insurance.
11. Good understanding of UK regulatory frameworks for insurance brokers.
12. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
13. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
14. High attention to detail and ability to produce accurate board-level documentation.
15. Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across senior stakeholders.
16. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Personal Attributes
17. Discreet and trustworthy, with the ability to handle confidential information.
18. Proactive, resourceful, and able to anticipate needs of senior executives.
19. Calm under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities.
20. Professional, polished, and confident in engaging with board members and regulators