At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic insurance accounts and drive growth through innovative solutions.
- Company: Global insurance consultancy with a strong market presence and vision.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, variable incentives, pension, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Dynamic role with significant travel opportunities across the UK and Europe.
- Why this job: Shape the future of insurance while building impactful relationships with industry leaders.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in insurance technology and proven leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 150000 £ per year.
We are partnering with a global insurance consultancy and recognised market leader in operations and solutions, continuing to expand across the UK and wider EMEA region. As part of this growth, we are seeking a VP, Client Partner to take ownership of a strategic portfolio of insurance accounts and drive meaningful commercial and delivery outcomes. This is a high-visibility leadership role, working directly with senior stakeholders across tier-one insurers, reinsurers, brokers, and underwriting agencies. You’ll shape strategy, deepen relationships, and lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver transformative solutions across the insurance value chain.
About the Organisation
- A consultancy with a clear vision: To help catalyse insurance ecosystems for clients.
- Deep global insurance expertise.
- Vertical focus and technology-enabled delivery.
- 35% growth year on year offering excellent career progression opportunities.
The Role: VP, Account Management
As VP, you will own a portfolio of 3–5 major Global Insurance accounts, acting as the strategic lead and primary relationship owner. You’ll drive growth, oversee delivery quality, and ensure commercial success across your portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and strengthen senior-level relationships across insurer and ecosystem partners.
- Lead account strategy, growth planning, and expansion initiatives.
- Identify new business opportunities and shape solutions with delivery leaders.
- Oversee P&L, budgets, forecasting, and commercial performance.
- Lead contract negotiations (SOWs, MSAs) and ensure compliance.
- Represent the organisation at industry events and within the insurance community.
- Champion delivery excellence and coordinate governance with internal teams.
- Act as the escalation point for clients, ensuring high satisfaction and retention.
- Drive Voice of Customer / NPS initiatives and action plans.
- Collaborate with business development teams to source and convert new opportunities.
What You Bring
- In-depth experience in insurance technology, consulting, or operations.
- Proven leadership of large-scale insurance delivery teams.
- Deep understanding of General Insurance / London Market insurance functions and market dynamics.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience managing large budgets and revenue lines.
- Established network across insurers, reinsurers, brokers, and MGAs.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and storytelling skills.
- Ability to travel across the UK and Europe (approx. 50%).
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to innovate and drive change.
Location: London, United Kingdom. Travel across the UK and Europe required.
Compensation: Variable Incentive Compensation, Pension, life insurance, income protection, private medical.
Vice President - Client Partnerships employer: Sanderson
As a global insurance consultancy and market leader, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that champions innovation and collaboration. Our London office offers exceptional career progression opportunities, competitive benefits including variable incentive compensation and comprehensive health coverage, and a commitment to employee growth through continuous learning and development. Join us to shape the future of insurance while working alongside industry experts in a supportive environment that values your contributions.
