Insurance Manager – Public Sector

About the role

Torbay Council is seeking an experienced Insurance Manager to lead its insurance function within the Finance Directorate. Working autonomously, you will ensure high‑quality insurance services and advice for the Council, its schools, officers and other stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver the Council’s insurance programme, including policy renewals, tendering, procurement and specialist advice.
• Investigate and manage claims – gather evidence, negotiate settlements and keep cases progressing.
• Support the Risk Management Strategy and help services make informed risk decisions.
• Advise schools and departments on their insurance obligations and promote risk‑reducing choices.
• Provide training, share knowledge and raise the profile of insurance across the organisation.

Required profile

• Proven track record in insurance within local government, the public sector or the wider insurance industry.
• Experience procuring insurance for a public sector body, managing claims and negotiating with insurers.
• Ability to work independently, make autonomous decisions and solve complex problems.
• Strong communication skills to explain insurance concepts clearly.
• Current knowledge of insurance law, industry practice and emerging trends.
• Experience with public sector liability, fleet, property, construction, contracts, cyber, marine and heritage risks.

Required skills

• Insurance procurement
• Claims management
• Risk management
• Insurance law and policy interpretation
• Negotiation with insurers

What we offer

• Supportive, rewarding and flexible work environment.
• Hybrid and home‑working arrangements.
• Travel within Torbay and occasional trips across the South West/UK.