Job Description
Risk and Insurance Manager - Local Government
Location: London
Contract: Initially 26 weeks
Day Rate: £500 per day
Status: Inside IR35
Hours: 35 hours per week
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Start: ASAP
Application Deadline: 20 August 2026
Target Interview Date: 21 August 2026 - Online
I am recruiting for an experienced Risk and Insurance Manager to join a London Local Government Authority within its Strategy, Improvement & Transformation function.
This is a senior role responsible for leading the organisation's insurance and claims service, ensuring appropriate insurance protection is in place, claims are managed effectively and the organisation receives a high-quality, cost-effective service from its insurers, brokers and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the organisation's insurance and claims service
Manage insurance programmes, policies, renewals and associated insurance funds
Oversee claims across areas including employers' liability, public liability, property and motor
Manage relationships with insurers, brokers, solicitors, loss adjusters and other external providers
Monitor claims performance, identify trends and implement measures to reduce risk and cost
Manage insurance budgets, forecasting, recharges, provisions and reserves
Lead and develop a specialist team of insurance and claims professionals
Act as the organisation's subject matter expert, providing advice to senior stakeholders and governance forums
Ensure insurance arrangements comply with relevant legislation, regulation and professional standards
Support procurement and performance management of insurance and specialist service providers
Essential Experience & Skills
Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) or an equivalent professional insurance qualification
Significant insurance management experience within a large, complex organisation
Public sector or Local Government insurance experience is highly desirable
Strong experience managing insurance programmes, funds and complex claims
Extensive knowledge of liability and property-related claims
Experience working with brokers, insurers, solicitors and external service providers
Proven team leadership and people management experience
Strong financial and budget management capability
Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing skills
Experience preparing reports and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders
Important Information
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
Candidates must be UK-based and able to fulfil the required hybrid working arrangements in London
This role is not available on a fully remote basis
Due to the client's timescales, applications will need to be submitted promptly ahead of the 20 August 2026 deadline
Online interviews are currently targeted for 21 August 2026
Salt Contact:
Robert - (see below)
*Rates depend on experience and client requirements
