Insurance Director

Altum Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - GBP 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An international technology organization based in Greater London is seeking an experienced Insurance Director to lead the development of its corporate and project insurance strategies. The position is critical for managing insurance claims and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Candidates should have over 10 years of relevant experience, strong commercial judgement, and the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders. A competitive compensation package is offered, along with opportunities to drive strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in insurance strategy and risk management.
• Proven track record in leading insurance renewals and negotiations.
• Experience with compliance and regulatory requirements in insurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of the global insurance strategy.
• Manage annual insurance renewals, including market engagement.
• Oversee claims management and insurance provision reviews.

Skills

Deep expertise in corporate and project-related insurance

Strong commercial judgement

Ability to operate credibly with senior stakeholders

Excellent relationship management skills

Job description

A complex, international technology organisation is seeking an Insurance Director to lead the design, placement, and ongoing management of its corporate and project insurance programmes.

This is a senior role with responsibility for ensuring appropriate risk transfer across a diverse portfolio of large-scale assets, capital projects, and operational activities. The position plays a critical role in protecting the group's balance sheet, optimising insurance spend, and supporting effective claims outcomes.

The role requires deep expertise in corporate and project-related insurance, strong commercial judgement, and the ability to operate credibly with senior internal stakeholders and external market counterparts.

Key Responsibilities

Insurance Strategy & Programme Management

Develop and maintain the group's global insurance strategy, frameworks, and policies.

Lead annual insurance renewals, including preparation, market engagement, and negotiation with brokers and insurers.

Ensure appropriate coverage across key insurance lines, including property, construction, liability, cyber, management liability, and other relevant classes.

Monitor market developments and recommend structural or coverage enhancements where appropriate.

Risk Advisory & Project Support

Assess insurance requirements for new projects, investments, and operational activities.

Advise on risk transfer solutions for complex or non-standard exposures.

Identify and provide guidance on emerging and evolving risk areas, including technology-driven, operational, and third-party risks.

Support the review of insurance provisions within commercial contracts and agreements.

Claims Management

Act as the primary point of contact for all insurance claims across the group.

Coordinate effectively with brokers, insurers, legal advisers, and internal teams to drive timely and robust claims outcomes.

Track, analyse, and report on claims experience to inform renewal strategy and risk improvement initiatives.

Governance, Compliance & Reporting

Ensure compliance with insurance-related regulatory and contractual requirements across all operating jurisdictions.

Maintain accurate and accessible insurance records to support audits, transactions, and due diligence processes.

Produce regular reporting for senior leadership and governance forums, including insights on coverage, claims, and risk trends.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

Partner closely with Finance, Legal, Operations, and Project teams to embed insurance considerations into decision-making.

Provide guidance and education to internal stakeholders on coverage, obligations, and claims processes.

Manage and develop strong relationships with external insurers, brokers, and professional advisers.