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About the Role

Are you an experienced sales and underwriting professional with a passion for leadership and business development?

We are looking for a Head of Financial Lines (Sector Sales) to drive performance, optimise operations, and lead a team in delivering profitable growth.

This role can be based in Leeds, Birmingham, London or Manchester with national travel.

What You Will Do

Lead and manage the open market Financial Lines new business underwriting team.

Work closely with the Broker Distribution Senior Leadership Team to ensure alignment and collaboration.

Optimise underwriting and new business processes, leveraging technology to enhance productivity.

Develop and implement strategies to improve broker service experience and operational excellence.

Set and achieve challenging quote and conversion rate targets to drive GWP growth.

Embed CRM usage within the team to ensure consistency and efficiency.

Provide mentorship, training, and development support to underwriters.

Maintain and enhance the highest standards of customer service and professional integrity.

What You Will Bring

A proven track record in sales/underwriting operations within a Broker/Commercial Insurance environment.

Expertise in Financial Lines insurance (e.g., Professional Indemnity, Technology, Life Science).

Strong analytical and data management skills, with experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (CRM system).

A background in operational/business development roles with demonstrated success in achieving new business and portfolio growth targets.

Experience in project and stakeholder management (internal and external).

Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage a team.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work seamlessly with executive and leadership teams

Why Join Us?

Be part of a growing and dynamic business with a people-first focus.

Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Opportunity to develop strategies and drive real impact in the Financial Lines sector.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Flexible working arrangements available.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, we want to hear from you!

Apply now through our careers page