Overview
Insurance Services Manager at Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council. This high profile role sits on the Senior Leadership Team within the Financial Operations Division and leads the insurance service to ensure efficient and effective management of the council’s insurance programme and claims handling arrangements.
Responsibilities
* Lead a small professional team responsible for managing the risk finance strategy and insurance arrangements (in excess of £5 million) and pro-active claims management.
* Ensure that insurance related contracts secure value for money for the Council, its subsidiary organisations and external organisations.
* Provide effective support and financial advice to the Council’s Section 151 Officer and deliver professional insurance advisory services to stakeholders including elected Members, Leadership Teams, maintained schools, Solihull Community Housing, the Urban Growth Company (UGC), Mell Square Limited and the new heat network company.
* Thrive in a fast-changing environment, using knowledge and problem-solving skills to ensure the Council meets current and future insurance, legal and financial obligations.
* Act as budget holder for the Insurance service, covering the operating budget and the overall insurance fund; manage financial elements alongside insurance expertise.
* Collaborate with external partners such as brokers, claims handlers, insurers and legal advisers; experience with third parties is desirable.
Qualifications
* Associate membership of the Chartered Insurance Institute or equivalent, or demonstrated specialist knowledge in a senior insurance role through significant experience and training.
* Experience of working within or managing a team of insurance professionals.
* First-class communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships at all levels of the organisation.
Benefits and Working Arrangements
Opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment with flexible working options, wellbeing benefits and access to the Local Government pension scheme. The role may involve a mix of homeworking, working from central Solihull offices, or meetings with partner organisations.
Additional Information
To apply, please click the link below. For specific questions, contact Julie Cooper, Head of Financial Operations at jjcooper@solihull.gov.uk.
Closing date for completed applications: 28 September 2025.
Interviews will be held week commencing 6 October 2025. This will include a short assessment and a face-to-face interview.
Attachment: SOL4400 JDPS - Insurance Manager_Final August 2025.docx
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Finance and Sales
* Industries: Human Resources Services
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