Insurance & Risk Management
9 Jul
Senior Non-Life Insurance Broker
Competitive pay and benefits
About Our Client
Our client is a global broker with a presence in 44 countries and a diversified portfolio spanning insurance, risk management, agricultural inputs, logistics, supply chain optimization, and energy. Backed by 60+ years of industry experience, a team of 50+ insurance professionals drawn from leading global insurance management companies, and a client base spanning multiple continents, our client has built a reputation as a fast-growing, differentiated corporate insurance broker.
With over USD 50 million in premium under management, established ties to the London and Lloyd's insurance markets, and a footprint across Africa, the Middle East, and other international insurance hubs, this client offers the scale of a global player combined with the agility and entrepreneurial culture of a specialist broking house.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Non-Life Insurance Broker based in London to lead business development and client advisory activities across Africa, with a particular focus on Southern and Eastern African markets. This role acts as a bridge between the London/Lloyd's market and our client's African operations, sourcing capacity, placing risk, and structuring programmes for corporate and multinational clients operating on the continent.
You will bring deep knowledge of niche insurance products, strong relationships within the London and Lloyd's markets, and the commercial acumen to structure tailored programmes for clients with African risk exposure.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & New Business Generation
Identify, pursue, and secure new non-life insurance opportunities for clients with African risk exposure
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of corporate and mid-market clients across the region
Develop strategic relationships with CFOs, risk managers, and business owners
Lead prospecting through networking, referrals, and market intelligence within the London market
Meet or exceed annual revenue and new business targets
Client Advisory & Insurance Placement
Assess client risk profiles and design tailored insurance programmes for African-domiciled and African-exposed risks
Advise on risk management, coverage optimisation, and cost control strategies
Negotiate coverage terms, pricing, and conditions with London market and Lloyd's underwriters
Coordinate placement of policies across African, London, and international insurance markets
Market & Insurer Relationship Management
Maintain strong relationships with Lloyd's syndicates, London market insurers, and African underwriting partners
Monitor market trends, pricing changes, and emerging risks across Africa
Act as a conduit for sourcing London/Lloyd's capacity for African risks
Account Management & Client Retention
Oversee servicing of key accounts to ensure a high-quality client experience
Lead client reviews and renewal strategy meetings
Support claims advocacy and resolution where necessary
Regional Expertise & Strategy
Provide insight into regulatory, economic, and insurance market conditions across Africa, and how they intersect with London market practice
Support expansion strategies into emerging African markets
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, insurance, risk management, or a related field
Professional certifications such as ACII, FCII, or equivalent preferred
Relevant UK regulatory authorisation/registration where applicable (e.g. FCA)
10+ years' experience in non-life insurance broking or corporate insurance advisory
A proven track record of generating new non-life insurance business with African exposure
Strong experience with corporate, industrial, or multinational clients
Established relationships within the London and/or Lloyd's insurance markets
Prior experience covering or working within African insurance markets is highly advantageous
What's on Offer
Competitive pay and benefits — packages that exceed industry standard
Entrepreneurial culture — an environment where innovation and initiative are rewarded
Career growth — genuine opportunities for advancement, including exposure to global rotations
Cutting-edge tools — access to AI, machine learning, and data-driven insights to support smarter client solutions
Scale and stability — the backing of an organisation with a presence in 44 countries, 7,700+ employees, and decades of sector experience
A unique bridge role — connecting the London/Lloyd's market with fast-growing African insurance markets