South/South East
Ready to grow relationships, drive impact and build something special?
Do you have Business Development experience within commercial insurance or the broker market?
Are you energised by building strong broker partnerships and turning opportunity into growth?
If so, this could be the role for you.
At Markel, the work we do gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities. You’ll join a global community of optimists and problem solvers who push each other to go further—because when we realise our potential, we help others reach theirs.
Come and play your part in something special !
The opportunity:
We’re looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to join our UK Broker team, covering the South/South East region reporting into the Head of Business Development.
Our UK Broker Channel is the largest and fastest‑growing area of Markel UK. In this role, you’ll take ownership of key broker relationships, shaping account plans, building pipeline and driving sustainable growth across the region.
You’ll work closely with:
Strategic Partner teams
New business and existing business underwriters
Wider Markel business units to bring our sector propositions to life and deliver real value for brokers and their clients
What you’ll be doing:
Owning and delivering account plans for allocated broker relationships
Building strong, long‑term partnerships through regular development meetings
Working alongside regional underwriters to secure new business and win terms
Promoting and presenting Markel’s UK sector propositions with confidence
Identifying and developing new broker opportunities across the region
Accurately managing broker activity and insights within the CRM system
Contributing to regional discussions to support shared goals and growth
What we’re looking for:
You’ll bring energy, commercial insight and a genuine passion for relationship‑led growth.
Ideally, you will have:
Proven experience in Business Development within commercial insurance or the broker market
A consistent track record of developing pipeline and delivering against new business targets
Experience managing key broker accounts and strategic partnerships
The ability to build collaborative relationships with internal partners
A motivated approach and a desire to help build a market-leading business
Who we are:
Markel Corporation (NYSE – MKL) a Fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better | We enjoy the everyday | We think further
What’s in it for you:
A great starting salary plus car allowance, generous quarterly bonus scheme & strong benefits package…
25 days paid holiday (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays, with the opportunity to buy / sell extra leave
Fantastic company pension scheme, private medical and dental cover, life assurance, travel insurance cover, income protection, season ticket loan as well as other great benefits on offer
There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we can provide the support needed to do just that!
What we hope you’ll do next:
Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
Markel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background, if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with all reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful. Please contact us via email at [email protected] or call us at 0161 507 5827 to request any accommodations that may be needed. This includes any alternative formats of any documents or information on how to apply offline.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive coverage includes medical, prescription, dental, vision, and telehealth, complemented by company-sponsored wellness programs and free fitness/mindfulness apps. Feedback suggests expanded mental-health resources and wellness incentives further enhance support.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include 401(k) and other financial protections that can add meaningful long-term value. Feedback suggests strong company matching and retirement contributions are a notable part of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — A broad suite includes paid time off, corporate holidays, parental leave, hybrid work, volunteer time, and education support. Feedback suggests PTO accrual grows with tenure and can include an option to buy extra days.
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At Markel, we believe in hard work, a zealous pursuit of excellence, and fairness in all our dealings. Markel Corporation (NYSE: MKL) is a global Fortune 500 company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. We seek to be a leader in each of our pursuits, with insurance being our primary business. As a market leader for specialty insurance, reinsurance, and investment operations around the world, Markel embodies integrity, commitment, teamwork, and innovation in every day operations. We are encouraged to look for a better way to do things. Since our founding in 1930, we have sought to know our customers’ needs and to provide quality products and service. Markel specializes in providing coverage for hard-to-place risks for a variety of niche markets including: • Agricultural and equine risks • Reinsurance for large risk enterprises such as oil rigs • Event cancellation insurance for weddings, concerts, and sporting events • Inland marine coverage for fine art collections • Environmental pollution • Yachts, ATVs, and motorcycles At Markel we provide an atmosphere in which people can reach their personal potential. We are results-oriented, and we continually strive for a better way to do things. The Markel approach is one of spontaneity and flexibility. Markel helps employees balance work and social activities. Markel gives you the keys to success! Keeping an open mind and learning new skills allows our associates to stay ahead of the marketplace. Above all, we enjoy what we are doing. There is excitement here that comes from innovating, creating, striving for a better way, sharing success with others…winning. That is the Markel Style.
