Head of Commercial

Location

Primarily based in the South Yorkshire office, with occasional travel to the Derby office as needed.

OTE up to £90,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced professional to lead a growing Commercial Insurance division. This diverse and dynamic role involves overseeing a team of Broking staff and Business Development Managers, managing key insurer relationships, and supporting the handling of larger portfolio clients.

Over the past four years, the business has experienced 100% growth in premium income, and the ambition is to achieve the same trajectory over the next five years – with the right leadership in place.

This is a senior leadership position reporting directly to the Group CEO. For the right candidate, there is a clear path toward becoming a director within the wider business group.

• Lead and manage the Commercial division
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with the insurer panel
• Oversee placement and negotiation of premiums with insurers
• Support business development activities, particularly with key clients
• Contribute to strategic planning and growth targets
• Manage, mentor, and support the Commercial team to drive performance

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial insurance
• Proven experience in premium placement and negotiation with insurers
• Strong leadership skills or aspirations for leadership
• Experience in client-facing business development (preferred but not essential)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on  or email us at