Partner - Commercial & Farming Insurance Agency

  • NFU Mutual
  • Ballymena, County Antrim
  • Jan 10, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

A growth opportunity for commercial minds

  • Thriving insurance business seeks two ambitious sales leaders to join the partnership
  • Lead sales teams to tap into a wealth of new business opportunities
  • Create bespoke insurance solutions with the full backing of NFU Mutual
  • Uncapped income with on-target earnings to £60k in your first year.

At NFU Mutual, our reputation is built on deep roots in the agricultural sector. From this respected foundation, we continue to support the evolving needs of farming communities while expanding into the commercial and high net worth markets. Our approach is relationship-led, and our ambition is clear: to expand our reach and impact across diverse sectors.

NFU Mutual Partner Opportunity in Ballymena

Here in the NFU Mutual Mid & West Antrim agency, based in Ballymena, we re looking for two experienced sales professionals to join the agency s leadership team, to continue to drive new business growth across a wider cross-section of business and commerce, adding to the already diverse client portfolio of farming, agricultural and rural enterprises.

This is your chance to work with unique client needs, deliver tailored insurance solutions, and help drive the next phase of growth for your agency.

It s the perfect leadership opportunity, with full support from the current Agents and a dedicated team of staff.

About You

This is a self-employed business opportunity for those with true leadership ambitions. We re looking for:

  • Relationship-based B2B sales / business development and client management skills
  • Leadership qualities blending commercial acumen with a customer-first approach; it takes ambition, drive, and a strategic mindset to develop into a high-performing business leader
  • Strong inter-personal skills with proven people management experience preferred
  • A passion or connection with agriculture or rural life, given the agency s farming heritage.

UFU Assistant Group Manager

Alongside your main focus as an Insurance Agent of NFU Mutual you ll be employed by the Ulster Farmers Union as an Assistant Group Manager. This places you at the heart of your local farming community supporting with arranging meetings and events, recruiting and retaining members, and keeping them up to date on agricultural policy. You ll have full backing from the UFU, with access to expert advice and specialist support.

Rewards and Support

You ll inherit an established and fully operational business with no up-front capital investment required. From day one, you ll benefit from:

  • Uncapped income with on-target earnings to £60k in your first year alone. Your drive and ambition are the only limits to your future earning potential
  • A ready-made, loyal client base with an average of 9 in 10 customers choosing to renew with NFU Mutual
  • Our commitment to set you up for success and help you along the way. Whilst it s your business to run, you ll have access to a host of NFU Mutual training and support services including sales, marketing, financial planning, and more.

Apply Now

This is a unique career opportunity, combining the independence of self-employment with the stability of an established business model, and supported by the strength and reputation of NFU Mutual, one of the UK s most trusted insurance providers.