We are recruiting for a commercially minded Senior Manager - Client Services & Operations to join our senior management team. Reporting to the Associate Director – Customer Operations, you will be the primary liaison between Hood Group and our key insurance partners, ensuring commercial success, robust contractual governance, and exceptional service delivery.
This is a pivotal role, responsible for developing and delivering commercial strategies, managing the lifecycle of key contracts, and leading a high-performing team to exceed revenue targets, drive client retention, and identify growth opportunities. You will act as the senior escalation point for our IP clients, managing daily engagement on commercial, service, and contractual matters, as well as overseeing incident and issue management
Established in 1983, Hood Group is a UK-based insurance services provider with over four decades of industry expertise. We collaborate with start-ups, consumer brands, and major insurers to deliver innovative insurance solutions. At Hood Group, we are committed to helping our partners, including John Lewis Partnership and Ticker Insurance, to transform their insurance propositions through pioneering business models and product
Build and maintain strong relationships with key commercial partners, clients, and stakeholders.
Act as the main point of contact for assigned accounts, ensuring consistent communication and outstanding service delivery.
Oversee the governance model for each client, ensuring compliance and driving improvements where possible.
Coordinate and lead client meetings, reporting, and management information (MI) processes.
Provide people leadership and direction to senior team members, supporting both front-line and back-office operations.
Analyse financial and operational data to recommend and implement improvements for efficiency and commercial success.
Escalate and manage service, contractual, or trading issues as required.
Extensive client relationship experience within financial services.
Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills.
Proven experience in operational management and governance.
Joining our team means more than just achieving objectives - it's about being part of a community that makes working at Hood Group truly exceptional.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
We are offering 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Employee Assistance Program
Eye Care Vouchers including discount on glasses
Pension Scheme
Health cash plan
Incentive of £250 on Refer a friend scheme
Social company events, we want you to be part of the Hood Group community
Employee Recognition Scheme – Hood Heroes, we celebrate and recognise your contribution to Hood Group