Jobs, fresher vacancy - Managing Director • West Yorkshire

Company: IDEX Consulting Ltd

West Yorkshire

Our client is a well-established and highly respected commercial insurance broker, generating approximately £50m in Gross Written Premium and operating on a national basis. With over 60 senior executives and professionals across the UK, the business has a strong central hub in Leeds, where this Managing Director role will be based.Due to continued growth and strategic development, we have been retained to appoint an experienced Managing Director to take full responsibility for the operational, commercial, and people leadership of the business.The OpportunityThis is a senior executive appointment offering full accountability for the day-to-day performance of a sizeable and complex brokerage. The successful candidate will work closely with the Board to deliver sustainable growth, operational excellence, and a high-performance culture.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Leadership Full P&L responsibility for the brokerageOversight of all operational functions, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and regulatory complianceDrive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and service deliveryEnsure robust governance, risk management, and FCA compliance frameworksManage and develop strategic insurer and partner relationships Sales & Commercial Strategy Lead and execute the firm's commercial and growth strategyDrive new business performance while protecting and enhancing existing revenuesSupport and challenge senior producers to maximise pipeline and conversionIdentify new market opportunities, propositions, and potential acquisition activityAct as a senior ambassador for the business with clients, insurers, and the wider market People & Leadership Provide leadership to a national team of senior executives and professionalsBuild, develop, and retain a high-calibre leadership teamEmbed a performance-led, values-driven culture across the organisationEnsure clear accountability, coaching, and succession planning at senior levelChampion engagement, development, and retention initiatives Candidate Profile Proven experience in a senior leadership or Managing Director role within commercial insurance brokingStrong commercial acumen with a demonstrable record of driving profitable growthIn-depth understanding of insurer relationships, market dynamics, and distribution modelsCredible and influential leader, comfortable operating at Board levelWilling and able to be Leeds-based, leading a national operation RemunerationHighly competitive salary reflective of a Managing Director appointment, commensurate with experienceExecutive-level benefits packageFor more information contact Ian at IDEX Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.