Average Insurance Manager salary in the UK

Job Title: Operations Manager - InsuranceLocation: Peterborough - Office BasedSalary: £60k to £70k per annum DOE + Annual Bonus 10%Job type: Full Time, PermanentHours of Work: Mon to Fri 8am to 5pmWelcome to Westone, specialists in property refurbishment and developments. Our long serving, experienced staff enable us to ensure the best of workmanship completed on every job. Based in Peterborough, Westone are able to cover the entire East Anglia and further regions when needed.About the Role:This role is central to the delivery and growth of our public sector division. You'll lead a project delivery team of project managers, SHEQ's & Trades. Acting as the senior point of contact for clients, and be responsible for driving performance, profitability, and compliance across your team's projects.You'll be expected to manage both day-to-day delivery and contribute to wider strategic planning. Working closely with the Operations Director, your focus will include client relationship management, mentoring your team, improving margins, and ensuring all systems are updated and processes are being followed correctly, aligning with client & company ethos.Please note that this is an office based role in Peterborough and therefore candidates must live within a commutable distance to be considered. Key Responsibilities: Client Management:Act as the main point of contact for client escalations and service concerns.Lead client performance meetings - highlighting success, resolving issues, and identifying new service opportunities.Understand and uphold each client's ethos, processes, and approval requirements.Help shape and expand client coverage by promoting the company's capability and delivering consistently high service.Team Leadership:Support Project Managers with all projects - improving scoping, assisting with contractor disputes, policyholder issues, and claim-specific challenges.Mentor the team on building techniques, regulatory compliance, contractor resourcing and management and client expectations.Manage recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff.Oversee training needs and maintain an up-to-date training matrix for all team members.Handle underperformance and manage disciplinary processes when required.Head annual performance reviews with the support of the Operations DirectorOperational Oversight:Ensure company processes are followed across project delivery, documentation, and system use (e.g. Monday.com & client portals).Carry out system and file audits, highlighting gaps and ensuring corrective actions are taken.Chair WIP meetings with your team, driving actions and accountability.Provide support on updating client portals and ensure all required updates are completed on time.Help issue work packages to trades and ensure correct documentation is in place such as WO's & written agreements.Sign off job closures including final account reconciliation and invoice readiness.Chase outstanding queries that impact invoicing and cash flow.Attend site visits where needed to support Project Managers with compliance or operational challenges such as contractor or policy holder disputes.Financial & Commercial:Monitor and drive gross profit (GP) performance across your team.Identify opportunities to improve job values and margins in line with client expectations.Work with the Operations Director to identify growth opportunities and support strategic initiatives.Health, Safety & Quality:Support and enforce compliance with H&S regulations and SHEQ procedures.Ensure Project Managers and trades are following SHEQ requirements on all sites.Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and accountability across your team.About you:The Ideal Candidate Will:Have strong experience managing insurance-based building repairs or restoration workBe confident representing the business in front of clients and stakeholdersLead from the front, with strong communication, organisational, and leadership skillsUnderstand the commercial drivers behind project profitabilityBe comfortable handling people issues and coaching others to improveHave working knowledge of health & safety, construction methods, and insurance protocolsWhat We Offer:Competitive salary of £60k to £70k per annum DOE + Annual Bonus 10%28 Days incl. BH (holiday increases in years 3 and 4 of continuous employment)Electric company car (Following a successful probation)Free on site parkingPlease click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Insurance Operations Manager, General Manager, Operations Manager, Insurance Operations Supervisor, Ops Manager, Building Repairs Operations Manager, Restoration Operations Manager may also be considered for this role.

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an Insurance Coordinator to join their team in Chatham on an ongoing, long-term temporary basis. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive company that genuinely looks after its people, with full industry-specific training provided. Our client is looking for someone with prior experience in insurance claims.What You'll Be Doing:Coordinate and administer insurance policies and renewalsLiaise with insurers, brokers, and internal departmentsMaintain accurate records and documentationSupport claims handling and policy queriesEnsure compliance with regulatory and company standardsAssist with reporting, audits, and general insurance administrationProvide professional and timely responses to insurance-related enquiriesWhat We're Looking For:Experience within insurance claims handling is essentialStrong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple claims and deadlinesExcellent attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and financial reviewsConfident, professional communicator, comfortable liaising with internal and external stakeholdersComfortable working with systems, documentation and reportingIf you have insurance claims experience and are looking for a stable, long-term role with a company that invests in its people, we would love to hear from you.Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Commercial Insurance Broker – Technology ClientsGloucestershire | Hybrid Working | £30,000 - £50,000 + 10% Bonus + Excellent BenefitsWant to work with some of the UK's most exciting technology businesses?Our client is a fast-growing commercial insurance broker looking to recruit a Commercial Insurance Broker to join its specialist Technology team.This is a client-facing role where you'll manage insurance programmes for innovative businesses, building long-term relationships while delivering expert advice and outstanding service.No cold calling. No business development. Every enquiry is warm.The RoleManage clients from enquiry through to renewal.Build tailored commercial insurance solutions.Identify gaps in cover and provide risk advice.Negotiate with insurers, including London Market placements where required.Become a trusted adviser to an exciting portfolio of technology clients.About YouYou'll already have commercial insurance experience within a broker environment and enjoy building strong client relationships.Experience of Financial Lines, Cyber, Professional Indemnity or Technology risks would be an advantage, but isn't essential.You'll be:Customer focused.A confident communicator.Commercially minded.Well organised with excellent attention to detail.Keen to continue developing your technical knowledge.What's On Offer?£30,000 - £50,000 salary.Individual bonus of up to 10%.Hybrid working.Private medical insurance.28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.Birthday off.Pension and life assurance.Wellbeing allowance.Excellent career progression within a rapidly growing business.If you're looking to specialise in an exciting sector, work with innovative clients and join a business with genuine long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.Contact: Stephen MallabandReference: SM/290726Candidate care:By responding to this advert you consent to Cavendish Maine processing the personal data included within this application.If your application is successful we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail, within 48 hours of receiving your application.Should you not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this please call us to advise.In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine.