Head of Broking

Head of Broking – Drive Strategic Leadership in Commercial Insurance
to 80k DOE, fully negotiable
This client is commercial insurance brokerage offering bespoke solutions to UK and international clients. They pride themselves on integrity, innovation, and technical excellence, and they're growing fast.
Are you a proven broking leader ready to shape the future of a dynamic insurance firm?
Our client is a respected name in the insurance industry, as their Head of Broking and step into a high-impact leadership role where strategy meets execution. Based in their London HQ, this pivotal position will place you at the forefront of broking innovation, technical excellence, and market influence.
The Opportunity;
As Head of Broking, you'll be a key member of the senior leadership team, driving the broking strategy to align with the company’s ambitious growth plans. You’ll lead a high-performing team, spearhead market relationships, and ensure every placement reflects the highest standards of commercial value, technical accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
Your Core Responsibilities as the Head of Broking;
* Lead the Broking Strategy – Define and execute broking vision aligned with business growth.
* Inspire & Develop Teams – Manage, mentor, and empower broking professionals.
* Strengthen Market Relations – Build strategic insurer relationships and secure competitive placements.
* Deliver Technical Excellence – Oversee complex placements, programme structuring, and documentation quality.
* Ensure Compliance & Governance – Uphold FCA standards and internal audit processes.
* Drive Commercial Results – Collaborate with client teams to support renewals, win new business, and improve broker margin.
What You Bring
* Minimum 10 years’ experience in commercial insurance, with strong UK and international market exposure.
* Proven leadership in a broking or placement role.
* Strong commercial insight and negotiation skills.
* CII qualifications (DipCII or ACII) preferred.
* A strategic, solutions-driven mindset with excellent communication and project management skills