At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and grow a portfolio of construction clients while driving new business opportunities.
- Company: Join a respected specialist insurance brokerage with a strong reputation in the Construction sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped bonuses, hybrid working, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Supportive culture with clear progression opportunities and autonomy.
- Why this job: Shape the future of the Construction division and progress into a senior leadership role.
- Qualifications: Experience in commercial insurance, particularly in Construction or Engineering sectors.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 110000 £ per year.
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid)
Salary: £80,000 - £110,000 basic + competitive bonus + comprehensive benefits package
About the Opportunity
An exceptional opportunity for an experienced Commercial Insurance professional specialising in the Construction sector to join a highly respected specialist insurance and risk management business during a significant period of growth. We are partnering with a specialist insurance and risk management solutions company with extensive expertise across the Construction and Engineering sectors, as they continue to expand their regional footprint with the opening of a new North West office. This is a rare opportunity to inherit and develop an established portfolio of construction clients whilst also driving new business growth across the sector. Importantly, this role also offers a genuine leadership opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to establish themselves as a key figure within the business, with the clear potential to help build and lead this division in the North.
The Role
As Client Director, you will take ownership of an established portfolio alongside identifying and securing new opportunities, helping to support ambitious regional growth plans and further strengthen the company's market presence across the North. Longer term, there is genuine opportunity to help shape and build a specialist regional team around you.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and grow an established portfolio of construction sector clients, delivering tailored insurance and risk management solutions
- Build strong relationships with contractors, subcontractors, developers, civil engineering businesses, and specialist trades
- Deliver high levels of client retention through proactive relationship management and strategic advice
- Generate and secure new business opportunities across the construction and engineering sectors
- Work closely with Development Executives, Marketing, and lead generation teams to support continued regional growth
- Provide specialist advice across Construction Insurance product
- Represent the business at networking events, industry forums, and sector-related meetings
- Develop and execute plans to grow both personal and regional market presence that contribute towards the wider strategic development and continued growth of the division
Leadership
- Support and mentor Account Executives, Account Handlers, and junior team members
- Help shape the future direction of the Construction proposition across the North
- Work closely with senior leadership on regional growth strategy, team development, and market positioning
- Play a key role in the long-term growth and development of the Northern operation
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as a Client Director, Client Partner, Account Director, Senior Account Executive, or similar commercial insurance role
- Strong experience providing insurance solutions specifically to the Construction, Engineering, or Contractors sectors
- Excellent technical knowledge across commercial insurance and risk management solutions relevant to construction clients
- Demonstrable success managing and growing an existing book of business whilst generating new client relationships
- Commercially driven with the ambition and capability to step into a broader leadership role
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Cert CII or above desirable
Applications are welcomed from individuals currently operating within national brokers, independent brokerages, or specialist construction insurance environments.
Why Join?
- Join a highly respected specialist brokerage with a strong reputation within the Construction and Engineering sectors
- Opportunity to inherit an established and profitable client portfolio alongside significant new business potential
- Genuine opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position
- Ability to help shape regional strategy, team growth, and sector development
- Operate with genuine autonomy whilst benefiting from strong leadership support and investment
- Supportive, entrepreneurial, and development-focused culture with clear progression opportunities
Benefits
- Competitive salary and uncapped bonus structure
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Holiday purchase scheme and your birthday off
- Hybrid working environment (typically 2-3 days in the office)
- Enhanced pension and private healthcare
- Health and wellbeing benefits, income protection, and life assurance
- Paid leave for volunteering and enhanced parental leave
Client Director - Construction Insurance in Westminster employer: The People Pod
Join a highly respected specialist insurance and risk management business in Greater Manchester, where you will have the opportunity to inherit an established client portfolio while driving new business growth in the Construction sector. With a supportive and entrepreneurial culture, this role offers genuine leadership potential, competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid working environment that promotes work-life balance and employee well-being.
