Client Director – Commercial Insurance
Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
Salary: £80K- £100K plus competitive bonus and benefits
Are you an experienced Client Director with a passion for building strong relationships and driving business growth?
We are partnering with a leading independent insurance brokerage who are expanding their regional footprint with the opening of a new Manchester office and are seeking a Client Director to join its expanding team.
This is a truly exciting opportunity to manage a high-value portfolio, deliver exceptional client service, and contribute to the company’s ambitious growth plans.
About the Role:
As Client Director, you will take ownership of a portfolio of commercial clients, ensuring their needs are met with tailored insurance solutions. You’ll play a key role in developing new business opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and supporting the wider team to achieve success.
Responsibilities:
Client Management
* Manage and grow a portfolio of commercial clients, delivering exceptional service and advice.
* Ensure high levels of client retention through proactive engagement and relationship-building.
* Provide tailored insurance solutions in collaboration with insurers and partners.
Business Development
* Work alongside the Development Executives and wider marketing and lead generation teams to identify and secure new business opportunities within target sectors.
* Develop and execute strategies to achieve growth targets.
* Represent the company at networking events and industry forums.
Leadership
* Support and mentor Account Executives and junior team members.
* Promote a collaborative and professional culture aligned with company values.
Who We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a Client Director, Senior Account Executive or similar client-facing role within commercial insurance is essential.
* Ideally with experience providing insurance solutions to either the Construction, Logistics or Waste Management sectors (others sector experience also considered).
* Strong technical knowledge across commercial insurance products.
* Track record of managing and growing a significant book of business.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
* Cert CII or above desirable.
Why Join
* Join a growing, independent brokerage with a reputation for excellence.
* Enjoy a supportive, development-focused culture with clear progression opportunities.
* Benefit from flexibility, autonomy, and access to senior leadership support.
What’s On Offer
* Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, holiday purchase scheme, and your birthday off.
* Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office).
* Enhanced Pension and Private Healthcare.
* Health and wellbeing benefits, income protection, and life assurance.
* Paid leave for volunteering and enhanced parental leave.