Country Manager

• Proactively seek, quote, and convert new commercial clients across a range of industries within the Republic of Ireland.
• Draw on prior experience with large or complex commercial clients to inform sales strategy and client engagement.
• Attend high-quality, pre-booked appointments arranged by the internal support team.
• Represent the firm professionally at client meetings and business events.
• Collaborate on strategic sales campaigns and support market entry efforts.

• Build strong relationships and trust with prospective clients.
• Deliver bespoke insurance solutions tailored to specific business needs.
• Provide a high standard of client service to support retention and long-term growth.

• Work closely with the UK-based commercial lines team to ensure alignment in strategy and delivery.
• Report to the Commercial Lines New Business Manager and contribute to team objectives.
• Share market insights and support the development of future operations in the Republic of Ireland.

• Ensure full compliance with Central Bank of Ireland regulations, including the Minimum Competency Code and Fitness & Probity standards.
• Maintain accurate records and meet internal audit and quality standards.
• Manage premium collection and aged debt within your portfolio.
• Adhere to agreed internal procedures and contribute to operational excellence.

• Proven track record working with large commercial clients or complex insurance portfolios.
• Experience within sectors such as fuel, logistics, or transport is advantageous.
• Demonstrated success in business development and client acquisition in the insurance space.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Highly motivated and capable of working independently while aligning with broader team goals.
• CIP qualification required; progression toward ACII or willingness to continue professional development is encouraged.
• Compliant with Central Bank of Ireland standards.
• Experience with Open GI (desirable).
• Full clean driving licence and flexibility to travel nationwide.

• Confident, professional, and personable with strong relationship-building skills.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, execution-driven approach.
• Positive and proactive with a strong sense of ownership.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment.
• Motivated by the opportunity to contribute to the launch and growth of a new market presence.

• Join a long-established, highly regarded UK firm with decades of industry success.
• Play a key role in launching and growing the Irish arm of the business.
• Benefit from warm leads and a robust internal support structure.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package with clear career progression pathways.
• Be part of a long-term growth journey with the opportunity to shape operations in a new market.

• Rob Cullen
• Recruitment Manager - Insurance Division

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