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Contract: 6-month interim Location: Coventry (Hybrid working pattern) About the Role A local council in the Midlands, committed to delivering high-quality services to its community, is seeking an experienced and proactive Interim Insurance Manager to join their team on a full-time basis. In this key role, you will manage the council's insurance portfolio and ensure effective risk mitigation across the organisation. Responsibilities include overseeing policies such as property, liability, and motor insurance, managing the full claims process, conducting risk assessments, and implementing mitigation strategies. You will liaise with brokers, underwriters, and internal stakeholders to secure optimal coverage, provide expert advice, and ensure compliance with legislation and council policies. Reporting to senior leadership on insurance and risk management will also be a core part of your role. Key Responsibilities Manage the council's insurance portfolio (property, liability, motor). Oversee claims handling and ensure accuracy and efficiency. Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies. Liaise with brokers, underwriters, and internal departments. Ensure compliance with legislation and council policies. Prepare and present reports to senior leadership. What We're Looking For Proven experience in insurance management, ideally within the public sector or local government. Strong knowledge of claims handling and risk management. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Relevant professional qualifications (desirable). How to Apply If you're interested in this role, submit your CV Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Underwriter - Existing Business Q Underwriting was created from multiple underwriting brands with extensive history in their chosen niches. Q Underwriting provides 30+ niche commercial lines products all backed by A rated insurers. All our products are underwritten in-house by Q s experienced team and can be traded via the Qtrade portal or by direct access to empowered underwriters. We are looking to add an Underwriter to our team supporting our specialist portfolios. You ll help us grow profitably through sound risk selection, fair pricing, and outstanding broker relationships. What you ll be doing Underwrite new and renewal business within authority, ensuring profitability and compliance with underwriting guidelines. Assess risk quality, structure terms, and negotiate pricing for Property, Liability, and Combined package risks. Manage referrals, complex cases, and capacity partner requirements with accuracy and pace. Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers; deliver timely decisions and market-leading service. Monitor portfolio performance and contribute to corrective actions using MI and data insights. Support product development and trading initiatives; share market feedback to enhance propositions. Uphold governance standards, documentation quality, and audit readiness. Champion continuous improvement across processes, systems, and trading efficiency. What we re looking for Proven experience as a Commercial Underwriter in UK commercial lines. Knowledge of the Charity & Faith sector is advantageous but not essential. Strong technical underwriting skills across core classes (Property Damage/BI, Employers /Public Liability, Package/Combined). Confident negotiator with excellent broker relationship and trading skills. Sound judgement, numerical aptitude, and comfort using MI to inform decisions. Clear, concise communication and high-quality file management. Familiarity with e-trade and underwriting platforms; agile with new tools and processes. Professional qualifications (Cert CII/Dip CII) or progress towards them preferred. Right to work in the UK and willingness to travel as needed. Why Q Underwriting Opportunity to shape a growing specialist portfolio with real impact. Supportive, collaborative team culture within PIB Group. Professional development and career progression. Why PIB Group? PIB Group is one of the UK s fastest-growing insurance businesses, offering real career progression, professional development, and a collaborative culture where your work truly matters. We encourage our people to be collaborative, with entrepreneurship at our core. We are a fast-paced, growing organisation and an exciting place to be. We also value ambition and creative thinking. You don t have to tick every box to apply, if you bring fresh ideas and a drive to grow. Inclusion & Accessibility We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. REF-(Apply online only)