Commercial Director/ Accounts Director in London

It works with a broad range of corporate clients on every stage of the insurance process, from analysing risk and drafting contracts and policies to managing and resolving complex, high-stakes claims. The firm is known for a thorough, forensic approach and exceptionally high-quality work. The roleThis is a hands-on leadership role in the firm's commercial delivery team. You'll run your own portfolio of client accounts while overseeing, coaching and developing Junior Project Managers and Associates. What you'll doManage a portfolio of client engagements from project set-up through delivery, renewal and close-out, including complex and strategically important accountsLead insurance tenders and renewals: set the strategy, build and run the timetable, brief Brokers and hold Brokers and insurers to account on quality and deadlinesReview and compare Broker and insurer proposals on structure, pricing, security, service and value and turn complex market information into clear recommendations for clientsLead or support Broker and insurer meetings and negotiations, challenging constructively where neededKeep tight control of project scope, resourcing, budgets, timelines, reporting and records and flag risks early with clear recommendationsWork closely with technical specialists so that coverage requirements and wording improvements are reflected in market activityBuild strong client relationships, manage expectations on demanding projects and spot opportunities to expand the services you provideOversee, quality-assure and coach junior colleagues, helping them take on more ownership of client and Broker workBuild a strong network of Broker and insurer contacts and help set consistent standards across the teamWhat you'll bringSubstantial experience managing insurance tenders, renewals and broker relationships, ideally in commercial insurance, broking or risk advisoryFluency in English and minimum of 1 other European languageThe confidence and judgement to engage with senior client stakeholders on complex accountsStrong project-management skills and a disciplined approach to budgets, timelines and complianceThe ability to analyse complex proposals and present clear, decision-useful adviceExperience of supervising, reviewing and developing junior team membersA commercial mindset and a drive to raise standardsWhy apply? You'll join a business that is actively changing how commercial insurance is done. Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways. Permanent