Drive growth within a fast‑expanding wholesale division…
Business Development Manager - Wholesale Broking (Ref: 4373)
Location: London, hybrid
Salary: £50,000 + car allowance + benefits
About the Role
We are supporting a respected UK insurance brokerage that is expanding its wholesale offering and seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to help accelerate growth.
This position is perfect for someone who thrives on building broker relationships, opening new distribution channels, and driving revenue within the London Market and regional wholesale space.
You’ll act as the face of the wholesale team - identifying opportunities, nurturing broker partnerships, and promoting access to a wide range of commercial products including Property Owners, Terrorism, Management Liability, and Engineering.
This is a high‑impact role suited to someone commercially driven, relationship‑focused, and confident operating at pace within a growing division.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and grow relationships with regional and London‑based retail brokers, acting as their key point of contact.
- Identify new business opportunities and strategically target brokers to expand the wholesale distribution footprint.
- Promote the team’s specialist product offering, ensuring brokers understand appetite, strengths, and market solutions.
- Work closely with wholesale brokers and underwriters to support placement strategies and secure competitive terms.
- Attend broker meetings, networking events, and market sessions to raise the division’s profile.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver sales plans and performance targets.
- Provide MI, pipeline reporting, and updates on broker engagement activity.
- Uphold high standards of professionalism, always ensuring FCA compliance.
- Represent the brand with integrity and help shape the future growth of the wholesale business.
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience in a Business Development, Development Underwriter, Development Broker, or broker‑facing Account Executive role.
- Strong understanding of wholesale or London Market distribution channels.
- Existing relationships with regional or London retail brokers highly desirable.
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate, and open doors.
- Commercially minded with a track record of delivering growth.
- Knowledge across Property Owners, Terrorism, Management Liability, or general commercial lines beneficial.
- Highly organised, proactive, and motivated by targets and results.
- Full UK driving licence required for regular broker visits.
What’s on Offer
- £50,000 base salary
- Car allowance
- Competitive benefits package
- Hybrid working
- Opportunity to shape and grow a developing wholesale proposition
- High visibility and strong support from senior leadership
- Career development within a growing division
About the Business
This is a forward‑thinking brokerage with a strong reputation, a collaborative culture, and a clear vision for expanding its wholesale market presence. You’ll be joining a team that values innovation, relationships, and long‑term growth, offering you the platform to make a significant impact.
How to Apply
If you’re driven, relationship‑focused, and excited by the opportunity to grow a wholesale proposition, we’d love to hear from you.
You can also contact Amy directly at amy@insurerecruitment.com
At Insure Recruitment, we are proud to champion diversity and inclusion. If this opportunity excites you but your experience isn’t a perfect match, we still encourage you to apply - you may be ideal for this role or another opportunity we are working on.