Development Director

About the role

Join a newly created insurance broking firm as Development Director, leading strategic business development and client engagement while working closely with the management team to shape the company’s national growth.

Key responsibilities

• Lead strategic business development and new‑business pitches for large prospects.
• Manage the sales pipeline and develop opportunities to drive growth nationally.
• Mentor and lead a team of Account Executives and Development Executives.
• Represent the firm in client meetings, building trust and securing deals.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Account Executive or Account Director in a B2B environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a start‑up or fast‑growing insurance broking business.
• Comfortable presenting to senior prospects and influencing decision‑makers.
• Willingness to work from the Bristol office and travel nationally.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive base salary (£80k‑£100k) with performance‑linked bonus.
• Potential equity or long‑term incentive plans.
• Opportunity to shape a new insurance broking firm from the ground up.
• Leadership voice at the start of the company’s journey.