In an administrative role at Kuehne+Nagel, tasks such as managing office operations or coordinating schedules contribute to your team's success and provide meaningful moments for people around the world. Your attention to detail supports colleagues in performing at their best, ensuring the timely and seamless transport of hearing aids and advanced medical devices that change lives. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work contributes to more than we imagine.
As National Manager for NACORA UK & Ireland, you will lead the strategic, operational, and commercial development of our insurance brokerage business, focusing on marine cargo and commercial lines. This role is responsible for ensuring FCA and regulatory compliance, overseeing financial, legal, and administrative functions, and managing relationships across all areas of the business. You will strengthen collaboration with Kuehne + Nagel UK as a key distribution partner and drive the expansion of freight liability insurance. Additionally, you will lead and develop a network of franchisees and producers to maximize NACORA’s returns and market presence across the region.
How you create impact
* Proactively grow commercial insurance lines—primarily Marine Cargo and Freight Liability—targeting UK importers, exporters, freight forwarders, and leveraging Kuehne + Nagel as a key distribution partner.
* Cultivate relationships with local and corporate insurance markets to support placement capability and drive product innovation.
* Develop niche cargo and liability products, tools, and materials; provide daily support to Kuehne + Nagel staff on marine insurance matters.
* Lead internal/external training and ensure operational compliance with FCA regulations and licensing across the UK, Ireland, and wholesale markets.
* Drive profitability by expanding multi-line offerings, growing NACORA’s sales team, and enhancing premium-to-brokerage conversion through strategic pricing and targeting.
* Oversee high-performing operations focused on efficiency, agility, and service excellence while maintaining all personal and business licensing requirements.
* Integrate KN Sure cargo/liability products into Kuehne + Nagel’s sales processes, tenders, and client-facing strategies.
* Manage KN Claims Centre operations in the UK with Anchor Risk Solutions (Hamburg), including recruitment and adherence to corporate claims handling standards.
What we would like you to bring
* Proven experience in a leading management position within the UK Insurance Market.
* Holds all required personal licenses and qualifications to become approved by the FCA as SFM3 of an insurance broker in the UK, meeting regulatory requirements to operate NACORA UK and Ireland.
* Working knowledge of main classes of commercial insurance and a strong understanding of FCA regulations and compliance frameworks.
* Proven track record in insurance sales and business development with an insurer or broker, delivering additional brokerage income and a solid sales structure.
* Strong sales skills with an entrepreneurial spirit, proven ability in organizing and prioritizing workload.
* Ability to communicate effectively with the target audience, ensuring quick responses and persuasive arguments to influence others.
* A proactive approach with the ability to organize capacities, negotiate insurance contracts, and interpret complex information quickly.
* Solid computer skills and competency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and broker systems.
What's in it for you
If you wish to become a valued member of our team, we will reward your commitment and expertise. Join our contributory pension plan and enjoy the Route 2 Rewards scheme, offering discounts, benefits, recognition, and a wellbeing centre. We care for our colleagues and their immediate families through our employee assistance programme, providing 24/7 GP, legal, financial advice, and mental health counselling. We are a Gold Covenant forces-friendly employer who values the skills and experience of service leavers.
Who are we
Logistics shapes everyday life—from the goods we consume to healthcare. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables moments that matter worldwide.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and vision, we offer a stable environment where your career can make a difference. Whether delivering medicines, developing sustainable solutions, or supporting communities, your work will contribute to more than you imagine.
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