At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse portfolio and mentor junior team members in commercial insurance.
- Company: Established insurance firm in Sutton with a focus on leadership and client engagement.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, customisable benefits, and support for professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy a hybrid work-life balance and continuous growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Step into a leadership role and make a real impact in the insurance industry.
- Qualifications: 5-10 years of commercial broking experience and strong interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Location: Sutton, Surrey Greater London
Salary: to 45k DOE + Flexible Benefits
Experience Level: 5–10 Years Commercial Broking Experience
About the Role
Are you an experienced Commercial Broker or Senior Account Handler looking to step into a high-visibility role with genuine leadership responsibilities? We are seeking a seasoned Senior Commercial Insurance Handler / Broker to join our established team in Sutton. In this role, you will take full ownership of a diverse cross-class portfolio while providing guidance and oversight to junior Account Handlers. Balancing technical broking expertise with client-facing engagement, you will serve as a key point of contact for complex mid-market to high-net-worth commercial risks.
Key Responsibilities
- Portfolio Management: Actively manage your own book of cross-class commercial clients with premiums reaching up to £400k per policy class.
- Product Coverage: Handle complex requirements across Property Combined, General Liability, Commercial Fleet, and Financial Lines.
- Team Leadership: Mentor, support, and oversee the daily workflows of junior Account Handlers within the team.
- Broking Operations: Lead end-to-end renewal strategies, policy remarketing, and high-value new business broking placements.
- Client Engagement: Build strong, long-term relationships through regular contact, including off-site, face-to-face client meetings when required.
- Market Negotiation: Utilise your industry relationships to negotiate favourable terms and comprehensive coverages with major insurers and Lloyds underwriters.
Requirements & Skills
- Experience: 5 to 10 years of experience within a commercial insurance broking environment.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mid-market commercial risks, including liability, fleet, and financial lines.
- Software: Experience using Acturis is highly desirable.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the confidence to meet clients and negotiate effectively with underwriters.
- Leadership: Proven ability or aptitude to guide and review the work of support staff.
What We Offer
- Work-Life Balance: True hybrid working options to suit your personal schedule.
- Benefits: Customisable flexible benefits package tailored to your lifestyle.
- Growth: Continuous professional development and backing for insurance qualifications (CII/ACII).
Commercial Insurance Broker in Sutton employer: Cameron James Professional Recruitment
Cameron James Professional Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Central London. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide comprehensive training and support for our team members, ensuring they thrive in their roles. Our hybrid work model promotes a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the tax sector.
Contact Details:
Cameron James Professional Recruitment Recruitment Team
