Wanted: Chief Executive Officer - Underwriting

Wanted: Chief Executive Officer - Underwriting

Full-Time 168750 - 206250 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
IDEX Consulting Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the transformation of an insurance group and drive ambitious growth plans.
  • Company: Dynamic insurance group with a mission to revolutionise the marketplace.
  • Benefits: Substantial equity participation and a competitive salary package.
  • Other info: Join a collaborative executive team and shape the future of the business.
  • Why this job: Be at the forefront of change in the insurance industry and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Proven leadership experience in insurance and strategic growth management.

The predicted salary is between 168750 - 206250 £ per year.

Location: London (flexible on candidate base)

Reporting to: Group CEO

Equity: Very substantial, seven-figure equity participation

Search Status: This role is retained with me exclusively

The Business

Our client is an £80 million revenue, £22.5 million profit, 740-person insurance group with a genuine challenger positioning and a clear mission: to change the insurance marketplace for the better. Building out the group's MGA business is the number one strategic priority for the next three-year period, and the Group CEO is now seeking a Chief Executive to lead that transformation.

The MGA Today

  • Core lines: financial lines, non-standard commercial risks, and specialist private client products
  • Strong, long-standing capacity relationships including AXA, Hiscox and Liberty
  • Currently profitable and well-run, with a solid platform to build from

The Opportunity

This is a build-and-scale mandate. The successful candidate will lead the MGA through an ambitious three-year growth plan, targeting an increase from £45 million to £130 million GWP. Key elements of the strategy include:

  • Merging two recently acquired businesses (currently trading separately) under a single new brand
  • Designing and implementing a new technology platform to support scale
  • Driving growth organically through existing and new product lines, and new underwriting teams
  • Pursuing further bolt-on acquisitions
  • Rebalancing distribution so that 75% of business is sourced through third-party brokers
  • Leading a period of significant organisational and cultural change

The Role

This is a senior, board-level appointment. The successful candidate will:

  • Report directly to the Group CEO
  • Sit as a member of the Group Executive
  • Take full P&L responsibility

Wanted: Chief Executive Officer - Underwriting employer: IDEX Consulting Ltd

IDEX Consulting Ltd is an excellent employer that values innovation and integrity, offering a dynamic work culture where compliance and operational excellence are at the forefront of business growth. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to employee development, team members are empowered to shape processes and drive meaningful change within the insurance sector. Join us in a role that not only challenges you but also rewards your contributions in a supportive environment.

IDEX Consulting Ltd

Contact Details:

IDEX Consulting Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Wanted: Chief Executive Officer - Underwriting

Leadership Skills
Strategic Planning
Mergers and Acquisitions
Technology Implementation
Growth Management
Underwriting Expertise
Financial Acumen