Business Development Manager - Networks

Business Development Manager – Networks

Location:

Leeds / National | Full-time | Permanent

Drive growth. Build relationships. Shape the future of insurance. At Markel, we empower people and businesses to move forward with confidence. We are looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to grow our Network partnerships and bring our specialist solutions to life across the UK. If you thrive on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and turning strategy into results, this could be your next big move.

Reporting to the Account Director, you’ll take ownership of a portfolio of broker partners within key Networks. Your mission is to drive growth, deepen relationships and unlock new opportunities. You’ll work at the heart of our business – collaborating with underwriting teams, account directors and Network development teams to deliver tailored solutions and standout service to our brokers. This high‑impact role gives you the autonomy to shape account strategies and the support to make them succeed.

• Own and deliver account plans for the Network broker panel to achieve ambitious sales targets.
• Build and develop strong broker relationships through regular engagement and strategic reviews.
• Identify, create and convert new business opportunities across a wide regional footprint.
• Bring the Markel proposition to life, confidently presenting our sector expertise to brokers.
• Work closely with development underwriters to secure new business wins.
• Collaborate with internal partners to ensure excellent outcomes for brokers and customers.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, track activity and follow through on opportunities.
• Proactively identify and onboard new broker prospects within Network partners.

• Experience with in an insurance company or broker‑facing role.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver account plans and drive growth.
• Strong commercial skills with a talent for building pipelines and closing opportunities.
• Excellent relationship‑building and influencing skills.
• A collaborative approach and ability to work across multiple partners.
• A motivated, results‑driven attitude with a passion for building a market‑leading business.

• Competitive salary with a generous bonus scheme.
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), with buy/sell options.
• Comprehensive benefits including private medical, dental, life assurance and income protection.
• Excellent career development opportunities and learning support.
• Flexible working options to support your work‑life balance.

Markel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with all reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful.