Account Manager (book to inherit) – Leeds / Hybrid

Posted: 27 October 2026

Job description

Are you a commercial insurance Account Handler, first point contact for the clients, totally familiar with their renewals, more so than anyone else, and you’re the one making sure everything goes smoothly. But someone else is doing the client visit; perhaps it your time to step up?

We are pleased to be working closely with this long-established commercial insurance brokerage in Leeds, well known for providing ambitious insurance professionals the chance to move up the career ladder. They currently have a role available to manage an existing portfolio worth around £200k brokerage income, mainly commercial property, fleet and general commercial business.

You won’t need to build a book from scratch; You’ll inherit a loyal portfolio from day one with clients who already trust the business. Your job is to manage and develop those existing relationships, working closely with an excellent team and a highly supportive Divisional Director.

Once settled into the role, there is likely to be further clients to inherit and from day one you will have the opportunity to earn 15% on any new business wins (leads provided).

Ideal applicants will be an Account Handler / Broker in commercial lines, ideally having experience of handling cases of around £30k+ premium, and keen to manage your own portfolio. This role would also suit you if you’re already a junior Account Executive looking to step into a full AE role.

This role comes with a salary of up to circa £50k if you’re looking to move up from a handler / broker position or potentially up to around £70k if you’re already an Account Executive. There is an uncapped commission of 15% on all new business wins, full and comprehensive benefits, flexible hybrid working and full financial support towards CII studies.

For further information forward your CV to tim@cryerbaker.co.uk or if you would prefer to have an initial chat, email to arrange.