IFA Senior Protection Consultant

Working hours:

This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.

Scotland/Hybrid – the role covers the sales region across Scotland. Periodic travel to our Swindon office is required.

24th July 2026

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Protection Consultant to support a panel of intermediary firms, build and maintain relationships, exceed sales targets, and increase market share.

You’ll need to be flexible and adaptable, working between home, office and field as the panel demands. Occasional overnight stays or events may be required.

• Create, develop and manage relationships with intermediaries to promote Zurich and drive protection sales via phone and regular face‑to‑face interaction.
• Support key firms and strategic partners to drive better interaction and target market‑share growth.
• Support UK‑wide roadshows in stand and small audience presenter slots when required, primarily in your region.
• Understand responsibilities associated with FCA membership including topical industry changes such as fair value, consumer duty and cost of living, and how they impact firms and create protection opportunities.
• Stay at the leading edge of understanding the marketplace and industry developments when dealing with distributors.
• Improve and update product and market knowledge and apply it appropriately.
• Use and optimise opportunities from analysing excellent MI.
• Develop your strategic account management strategy.

• Motivated, resilient, and enthusiastic individual who wants to make a difference as part of a team.
• Experience in the insurance, protection, or sales industry with some experience in presentations.
• Effective communicator, both on the telephone and face‑to‑face, with superior organisational and diary management skills.
• Passed the R05 Exam (or equivalent).

• 12% defined non‑contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income protection.
• Life cover – four times your salary.

• 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• You can request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
• The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks’ full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

• Access to private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.