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IPS Finance is recruiting a Finance Director for a growing, privately owned business operating in the consumer services sector. The company has experienced significant growth and is investing in its finance function to support further expansion. Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, the Finance Director will take responsibility for financial management, commercial performance and strategic planning across the business. This is a hands on leadership role offering the opportunity to influence business strategy, develop the finance team and improve financial reporting and controls within an expanding SME. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the finance team, providing day to day management, coaching and support. Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts, Board reporting and financial commentary. Take responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning. Develop KPI reporting, financial dashboards and operational performance analysis to support business decisions. Work closely with the Managing Director to develop financial strategy and support the company's growth plans. Provide commercial insight into pricing, margins, profitability and operational efficiency. Partner with sales, operations and procurement teams to improve financial performance, stock management and cost control. Maintain financial controls, governance, statutory compliance and audit requirements. Manage relationships with banks, external finance providers and key suppliers, including oversight of foreign currency transactions. Lead improvements to finance systems, reporting processes and automation to provide better management information across the business. Candidate Profile Strong commercial awareness with the ability to influence pricing, profitability and strategic decisions. Experience overseeing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial reporting. Confident working directly with Managing Directors, Board members and senior operational stakeholders. Experience improving financial systems, reporting processes and internal controls. A hands on approach, ideally developed within a growing SME or owner managed business. Experience within a product led, manufacturing, distribution or service based business would be advantageous. Salary and Benefits Salary: £75,000 -£85,000 Private medical insurance. Company pension scheme. Bonus scheme. Professional development opportunities. IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

IPS Finance is recruiting for a growing, privately owned business in the consumer services sector. The company has experienced significant growth and is investing in its finance function to improve financial reporting, controls and operational performance. Working closely with the Finance Director, this is a varied, hands-on role combining responsibility for weekly and monthly payroll with the preparation of management accounts and financial analysis. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to take ownership of key finance processes, improve reporting and support the continued development of the finance function. Key Responsibilities Manage weekly and monthly payroll using Xero Payroll, including overtime, variable pay, statutory deductions and pension contributions. Reconcile timesheets, overtime and payroll information, investigating discrepancies and resolving queries. Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations. Produce budget versus actual reporting, variance analysis and financial commentary. Prepare weekly KPI reports covering sales, operational costs, margins and profitability. Support cash flow forecasting, supplier payment runs and working capital management. Assist with VAT returns, credit control and year end audit preparation. Support the Financial Controller with board reporting and financial analysis. Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting systems and internal controls. Candidate Profile Part qualified or newly qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA accountant, or qualified by experience. Previous experience preparing monthly management accounts. Strong payroll experience, including processing high volumes of overtime and variable pay. Practical experience using Xero and Xero Payroll. Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups and reconciliations. Able to manage competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Salary and Benefits Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Private medical insurance. Employee assistance programme. 28 days annual leave including bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Professional development and career progression opportunities. IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

An established and forward-thinking independent accountancy firm in York is looking to recruit a Client Manager to manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses. The firm is committed to cloud-based accounting and offers a flexible, supportive working environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance. Key responsibilities include: Managing a portfolio of clients, acting as their main point of contact. Overseeing the preparation of annual and management accounts. Providing business advisory support, including tax and financial advice. Supporting clients with the implementation and effective use of Xero. Identifying opportunities to provide additional services to clients. Working closely with colleagues to ensure deadlines and service standards are met. Applicants should have experience working within an accountancy practice, strong client management skills and the ability to provide proactive advice to business owners. Experience using Xero would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on offer? Flexible 37-hour working week, one day WFH Modern, spacious offices in York. Free on-site parking. Excellent staff facilities and a relaxed working environment. Opportunity to join a growing, technology-focused independent practice. If you are interested in this Accounting Manager / Client Manager opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

An independent, forward-thinking firm of accountants in York is looking to recruit a Senior Corporate Tax Manager to join its growing team. This is a hybrid role with flexible hours. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional who enjoys a combination of compliance, advisory work and building strong relationships with owner-managed businesses. Key responsibilities include: Providing tax planning and advisory services to business owners, with a strong focus on corporate tax. Preparing and reviewing complex tax returns. Identifying tax planning opportunities and advising on potential risks. Managing complex tax queries and HMRC negotiations. Advising on R&D claims and Structural Building Allowances. Supporting clients with wider tax matters, including CGT, IHT and VAT. Working closely with colleagues to deliver a proactive, commercially focused service. Applicants should have strong technical tax knowledge, ideally gained within an accountancy practice, alongside excellent communication skills and the confidence to manage client relationships independently. If you are interested in this Corporate Tax Senior Manager opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

An independent firm of accountants in Wakefield is seeking a Tax Manager to join its growing team. This is a hybrid role with 2 to 3 days WFH and our client is open to part time or full time hours. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional looking for a varied role combining tax compliance, advisory work, and team leadership. Working closely with the Tax Partner, you will play a key role in managing the firm's tax portfolio while supporting clients with a wide range of tax planning and advisory matters. The Role Key responsibilities will include: Managing a portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients - biad towards personal tax. Reviewing and overseeing the preparation of tax returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements and deadlines. Supporting the Tax Partner on a broad range of advisory projects, including succession planning, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, remuneration planning, and business restructuring. Acting as a trusted adviser to owner-managed businesses, individuals, and high-net-worth clients. Identifying tax planning opportunities and delivering practical, commercially focused advice. Managing HMRC enquiries and correspondence on behalf of clients. Overseeing the firm's payroll function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing. Developing and mentoring junior team members. Building and maintaining strong client relationships. We are interested in speaking with candidates who have: ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA or qualified by experience. Strong experience gained within an accountancy practice environment. A solid background in personal tax. Exposure to tax advisory work and a desire to further develop advisory expertise. Previous experience reviewing work and supporting junior staff. Knowledge of payroll processes and compliance requirements. Excellent communication and client relationship management skills. A proactive and commercially minded approach. If you are interested in this Tax Manager opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

A leading financial services organisation is seeking an Interim Accountant on a 6 month contract. We are looking for a senior finance professional who can investigate potential issues with financial information provided by a finance outsourcing company, take ownership of reconciliations, controls, and banking activities. It will suit a qualified accountant who can escalate issues and create solutions. This is a hybrid working role in Leeds centre requiring 2 days in the office. Key Responsibilities: Reconciliation of bank accounts and establish a robust ongoing reconciliation process. Manage transaction processing with the outsourced finance providers, including analysis of monthly accounts pack data, posting of journals, monthly bank reconciliations, and resolution of discrepancies. Produce monthly reporting documentation. Partner with the outsourced suppliers to identify and implement improvements across accounting and banking operations. Prepare balance sheet reconciliations. Identify and implement enhancements to the accounting processes, focusing on strengthening controls and improving efficiency. The Ideal Candidate: A proactive, self-starting accountant with strong technical accounting. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment. Strong attention to detail and ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies independently. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge and drive process improvements. If you are interested in this Interim Accountant opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

Our client is seeking a motivated and commercially aware Accounts Assistant to join their finance team, the business is a fast-paced manufacturing company. This role will focus primarily on purchase ledger activities, ensuring invoices are processed accurately, supplier accounts are maintained correctly and payments are made in line with agreed terms. Alongside the day-to-day accounts payable responsibilities, you will contribute to month-end activities, account reconciliations and the preparation of financial information to support reporting and audit requirements. Key Duties of Accounts Assistant Manage the day-to-day processing of supplier invoices, credit notes and employee expenses, ensuring transactions are correctly coded and recorded. Check invoices against purchase orders and goods received records, investigating and resolving any differences. Maintain the purchase ledger, ensuring supplier accounts and financial records remain accurate and up to date. Complete regular supplier statement reconciliations and investigate any variances or overdue items. Prepare supplier payment proposals and payment runs in line with agreed credit terms and internal procedures. Act as a point of contact for supplier enquiries, providing timely responses and resolving queries professionally. Work closely with Procurement, Goods In, Production and other relevant teams to address invoice, pricing and delivery discrepancies. Review aged creditor balances and take appropriate action to clear outstanding queries. Maintain organised financial records and supporting documentation to meet internal control and audit requirements. Support the month-end close, including balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and related journals. Assist with VAT submissions and other financial reporting activities as required. Provide support across the wider finance function, including sales ledger and credit control, to ensure effective team cover. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of finance processes, ensuring work is completed efficiently and in accordance with company policies. Handle sensitive financial information responsibly, maintaining confidentiality and a consistently high level of accuracy. Essential: AAT qualified Strong Excel and finance system knowledge Strong attention to detail and comfort working with repetitive, high-volume tasks. Willingness to adapt as the team introduces system and process improvements. Good communication skills and a proactive approach. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

Working closely with the Finance Director, this is a varied, hands-on Accounts Manager role with responsibility for overseeing the day to day finance function, including weekly and monthly payroll, purchase and sales ledgers with the support of an assistant, VAT returns and month end accounting. The successful candidate will take ownership of key accounting processes, ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting and the smooth running of the finance function. Key Responsibilities Manage weekly and monthly payroll using Xero Payroll, including overtime, variable pay, statutory deductions and pension contributions. Oversee purchase and sales ledger activities, including invoice processing, supplier payments, credit control and account reconciliations. Contribute to monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet reconciliations. Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with HMRC requirements. Manage bank reconciliations, cashbook entries and general ledger maintenance. Oversee supplier payment runs, monitor cash flow and support working capital management. Reconcile payroll information, timesheets and overtime, investigating discrepancies and resolving queries. Produce regular financial reports, including budget versus actual analysis and operational KPIs. Assist with year end accounts preparation and liaise with external accountants and auditors. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, financial controls and reporting systems. Candidate Profile Previous experience in an Accounts Manager, Company Accountant or similar hands on accounting role. Strong understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, VAT and month end accounting processes. Experience managing payroll, ideally including high volumes of overtime and variable pay. Practical experience using Xero and Xero Payroll would be advantageous. Good Excel skills and experience preparing reconciliations and financial reports. Comfortable taking ownership of day to day accounting activities and managing competing deadlines. Salary and Benefits Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Private medical insurance. IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

An ambitious, rapidly growing business based in the Wakefield area is looking to recruit an experienced Management Accountant as it continues to invest in its finance function. Working alongside a recently appointed CFO, this is an opportunity to join a business experiencing significant growth, with investment in new systems, people and infrastructure. The successful candidate will have a strong background in management accounting, be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and enjoy getting involved in the wider finance function. We are looking for someone who: Has proven management accounting experience and can hit the ground running. Is hands-on, proactive and commercially minded. Enjoys working in a growing business where priorities can change. Can contribute to improvements in financial reporting, systems and processes. Is a genuine team player with a flexible, can-do attitude. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding business, work closely with an experienced CFO and play an important role in developing the finance function. An immediate start is available for candidates who are available at short notice. If you are interested in this Management Accountant opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

A long standing turnkey provider of bespoke products and solution, is seeking a hands on Finance Manager to take responsibility for its day to day finance function. This is a varied, standalone position within an established and profitable business, offering considerable autonomy and responsibility for the full accounting process. Working closely with the directors and external accountants, the Finance Manager will oversee the financial administration of the business, ensuring accurate reporting, effective financial controls and the smooth running of all transactional finance activities. Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of the day to day finance function, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring all accounting processes run efficiently. Manage both weekly and monthly payroll, including overtime, allowances, commissions, PAYE, pension submissions and associated journals. Oversee purchase ledger activities, processing supplier invoices, reconciling statements and managing regular and ad hoc payment runs. Manage sales ledger processes, including customer invoicing, staged and contractual payments, credit control and allocation of receipts. Complete bank reconciliations, monitor daily cash movements and oversee company credit cards and employee expenses. Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns, including reverse charge VAT and postponed VAT accounting on imports. Manage CIS compliance, including subcontractor verification, payment processing and monthly HMRC submissions. Handle foreign currency transactions, including purchasing currency and processing overseas supplier payments. Liaise with external accountants regarding yearend accounts, while supporting the directors with financial information, insurance renewals and other finance related matters. The Ideal Candidate Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Company Accountant or similar hands-on accounting role. Comfortable managing the full finance function independently within an SME environment. Experience processing payroll and managing purchase ledger, sales ledger, VAT and bank reconciliations. A practical, approachable individual who is happy to remain involved in transactional accounting as well as wider finance responsibilities. Package and Working Pattern Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 This position would suit an experienced, hands on accountant who enjoys the variety and indepndence of managing a complete finance function. The business has an established trading history, operates within a specialist market and benefits from supplying bespoke products. The successful candidate will become a key member of the business, with responsibility for maintaining financial controls and supporting the directors as the company continues to develop. IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

I'm working exclusively with a specialist insurance broker looking to appoint an Insurance Development Executive to support the continued growth of an established Property Risks team. This is a newly created role and an excellent opportunity to join a business that is investing heavily in its property proposition. This role will suit someone who enjoys being out in the market, building relationshi click apply for full job details

Are you a Motor Fleet Underwriter looking for your next challenge? Perhaps you're a Broker with fleet experience and some exposure to underwriting authority. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected insurer with ambitious growth plans and a strong appetite within the Mid-Market Fleet space. If you're looking for a role where you can build broker relationships, trade effectively and drive profitable growth, this could be the move for you. You will focus exclusively on New Business Motor Fleet, working closely with brokers to identify opportunities, win profitable accounts and grow the branch portfolio. This is a highly broker-facing role, with a strong emphasis on trading, relationship development and converting opportunities across the Mid-Market Fleet market. You'll be responsible for underwriting Mid-Market Fleet business profitably and consistently, whilst developing strong relationships with brokers through regular engagement, visits and large case discussions. The role offers plenty of exposure to the market, giving you the opportunity to establish yourself as a trusted trading partner and become the go-to contact for your broker panel. We're ideally seeking candidates with Motor Fleet underwriting experience, although we'd also be keen to speak with individuals from a broking background who have strong Fleet knowledge and are looking to move into underwriting. Strong broker relationship skills, commercial awareness and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. In return, you will receive a competitive salary, bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package. You'll also be supported with professional qualifications should you wish to pursue them, alongside genuine opportunities for career development within a growing underwriting team. The position will be based in Manchester with a hybrid working arrangement. To understand more about the position and the overall package, apply today or get in touch. Email: Number: /

Senior Underwriter Property & Casualty Underwriter Location: Scotland (Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth, Aberdeen or surrounding areas) Hybrid Working: 3 days per week in the Glasgow office and/or meeting brokers Salary: Salary up to £65k + Bonus/Benefits IPS Group is partnering with a highly respected global insurer to recruit a Property & Casualty Underwriter or Senior Underwriter to join its Scotland team. This is an outstanding opportunity for either an experienced Underwriter or a strong Senior Underwriter looking to step up into a role with greater market exposure, broker ownership and influence over regional growth. This is a genuinely broker-facing, new business-focused opportunity, offering the chance to build and develop a profitable portfolio across the Scottish market. You'll join a business that combines market-leading underwriting expertise with a culture that empowers individuals to make decisions, develop relationships and drive growth. The Opportunity You'll be joining a dedicated New Business team focused on underwriting Property & Casualty risks across the Mid-Market and Mid-Corporate space. Working closely with brokers across Scotland and the North of England, you'll be responsible for identifying opportunities, building relationships and delivering profitable growth. Unlike many underwriting positions that involve a significant focus on renewals and account management, this role is heavily weighted towards new business generation and market engagement, making it ideal for someone who enjoys developing broker relationships and winning business. Key Responsibilities Underwriting Property & Casualty new business risks across a broad range of sectors Building and developing broker relationships across Scotland and the North of England Driving profitable new business growth and developing a successful portfolio Identifying and capitalising on trading opportunities within the market Working closely with brokers to understand client needs and provide tailored underwriting solutions Supporting regional growth plans and underwriting objectives Representing the business in the market and becoming a trusted underwriting partner About You You'll have Property & Casualty underwriting experience gained within an insurer or MGA environment, alongside strong broker relationship management skills and a commercial mindset. We're open to experienced Underwriters as well as ambitious Senior Underwriters looking for the next step in their career. Existing broker relationships within Scotland would be beneficial, although they are by no means essential. The successful individual will be proactive, commercially minded and enjoy developing broker relationships, identifying opportunities and trading effectively to achieve profitable growth. Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised insurer with a strong reputation in the market and a genuine commitment to investing in underwriting talent. You'll benefit from: A dedicated new business role with minimal existing business responsibilities Genuine underwriting authority and autonomy Strong leadership support Clear career development opportunities Significant broker and market engagement Flexible hybrid working The opportunity to help shape growth across a key region The role offers exposure to a varied mid-market and mid-corporate portfolio, with average premiums around £40,000 and responsibility for developing a profitable book of business through strong broker relationships and effective underwriting decisions. If you're looking for a role where you can build broker relationships, drive growth and be trusted to make commercial underwriting decisions, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Email: Phone: /

Bodily Injury Claims Handlers Location: Manchester City Centre - Fully Office Based. Working Hours: 9:00am - 6:00pm, Monday to Friday Salary: Competitive Basic (dependent on experience and level) IPS Group are helping with a growing InsurTech business that is continuing to invest heavily in its claims operation. As part of this growth, they are expanding their Bodily Injury team and are looking to appoint individuals across a number of levels, including Junior Bodily Injury Handler, Bodily Injury Handler and Specialist Bodily Injury Handler. The team is being built around claim value and complexity, creating genuine opportunities for progression and development within a growing BI function. The Role You'll be responsible for managing bodily injury claims from receipt through to settlement, investigating liability, reviewing evidence, liaising with customers and third parties, and negotiating outcomes in line with company and regulatory requirements. Working within a collaborative team environment, you'll handle claims appropriate to your level of experience while developing your technical knowledge and contributing to the continued growth of the department. Available Opportunities Junior Bodily Injury Handler Handling lower-value bodily injury claims up to £25,000 through the Official Injury Claim (OIC) Portal. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their technical BI claims knowledge within a supportive team environment. Bodily Injury Handler Managing bodily injury claims up to £50,000, working across both the OIC and MOJ portals. You'll also deal with out-of-jurisdiction claims and take ownership of claims through to settlement. Specialist Bodily Injury Handler Handling complex bodily injury claims up to £150,000, including pre-action protocol matters and Letters of Claim. You'll also act as a technical referral point, supporting and mentoring less experienced members of the team. About You We're keen to speak with candidates who have previous bodily injury claims experience and are looking to join a business with ambitious growth plans. You will ideally have: Experience handling bodily injury claims Strong communication and negotiation skills Excellent customer service and relationship-building abilities The ability to manage a varied caseload effectively A proactive and organised approach to claims handling Experience with the Official Injury Claim Portal, MOJ Portal, litigated claims, complex injury claims or mentoring colleagues would be advantageous, depending on the level. What's in it for You? Competitive salary depending on experience/level of role. 10% discretionary bonus Private medical cover Life insurance Pension support Clear progression opportunities within a growing claims function The opportunity to join an expanding InsurTech business at an exciting stage of its growth 1 Day to work from home after probation/training. Whether you're looking to take the next step in your Bodily Injury career or move into a more senior technical role, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that is investing heavily in its people and future growth. For more information, please get in touch: /

Lead Construction Underwriter Birmingham A well-known insurer is looking to appoint a Lead Construction Underwriter into its Birmingham team as it continues to invest in the Mid-Market and Corporate construction sector. This is a broker-facing role with a strong emphasis on trading, relationship development and growth. You'll take ownership of a portfolio of key brokers, drive new business activity, handle larger and more complex construction risks, and act as a senior referral point for colleagues across the team. Alongside managing your own portfolio, you'll support the development of underwriting talent, contribute to trading strategy and play an active role in strengthening the insurer's presence across the regional market. You'll be expected to lead broker meetings and presentations, identify and convert new business opportunities, and maintain a strong pipeline of prospects across your broker panel. Working closely with underwriting leadership, you'll help shape trading plans, support delivery of growth objectives and utilise market insight and performance data to identify opportunities and drive profitable outcomes. The role offers plenty of market engagement, giving you the platform to further develop key broker relationships while enhancing the insurer's position within the construction market. The role would suit an established Construction Underwriter with strong broker relationships, excellent trading credentials and a track record of delivering profitable growth. You'll possess sound technical knowledge across construction classes, be comfortable handling complex cases and referrals, and have the confidence to influence both internal and external stakeholders. For further information, please contact IPS Group in confidence.

Claims Handler - Property/Liability Claims Leeds - Office Based (1 Day WFH) Salary up to 30k + Benefits / Annual Bonus IPS Group is working with a Global Insurer that is looking to appoint a Claims Handler to join its Leeds-based Claims team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced claims professional looking to further develop their technical expertise within a global insurance business. The successful candidate will join an established claims function handling a varied portfolio of commercial claims, with a particular focus on Property claims, whilst also gaining exposure to Employers' Liability and Public Liability matters. You'll be responsible for investigating coverage, reviewing policy wordings, maintaining strong broker relationships and ensuring claims are handled proactively, fairly and efficiently. Key Responsibilities: Take full responsibility and accountability for your own caseload of claims, with a particular focus on Property claims Handle claims from first notification through to final settlement Review and apply policy wordings to determine coverage and achieve appropriate claim outcomes Manage claims proactively, ensuring workloads are prioritised effectively and service standards are met Build and maintain strong relationships with key brokers and stakeholders Contribute to team projects and wider departmental initiatives where required We're Looking For: Previous claims handling experience, ideally with exposure to Property claims Good understanding of policy coverage and wording interpretation Experience managing claims through to settlement Ability to build and maintain effective broker relationships This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected global insurer, gain exposure to a varied commercial claims portfolio and continue developing your career within a supportive and technical claims environment. Apply now or to find out more, get in touch: Email: Phone: /

I'm working exclusively with a specialist insurance broker looking to appoint an Insurance Development Executive to support the continued growth of an established Property Risks team. This is a newly created role and an excellent opportunity to join a business that is investing heavily in its property proposition. This role will suit someone who enjoys being out in the market, building relationships and creating opportunities. It is not a traditional Account Executive position where you'll inherit a book and spend your time servicing clients. Instead, you'll be responsible for developing relationships with: Property Investors Portfolio Landlords Managing Agents Property Management Companies Property Developers Property Solicitors Professional Introducers and Referral Partners The successful individual will become a visible presence within the property sector, attending networking events, building strategic relationships and identifying opportunities with businesses that own, manage or advise on property portfolios. You'll work closely with a highly experienced Property specialist who already has an established network and client base. The expectation is that you'll focus on opening doors, creating opportunities and building a pipeline, whilst being supported by a team that can assist with technical delivery and client servicing. We're keen to speak with experienced Commercial Insurance professionals who have a proven track record in business development. Property experience would be advantageous, but it isn't essential. What's far more important is the ability to build credibility, develop relationships and generate new opportunities. You'll likely be: An Insurance Development Executive, Account Executive or New Business Executive Someone who enjoys networking and being in front of clients Commercially minded and proactive Relationship-driven rather than transaction-focused Comfortable developing opportunities from scratch Looking for a role where you can focus on winning business rather than servicing a large inherited book In return, you'll join a business with ambitious growth plans, an established specialist proposition and genuine support from an experienced leader within the property insurance market. You'll have the autonomy to build your own network, make an impact and play a key role in the future growth of the team.

Corporate Account Handler £35,000 - £45,000 - Very experience dependant Are you an experienced Commercial Insurance professional looking to step into the Corporate Insurance market and work with larger, more complex risks? I'm working with a leading UK insurance business that is continuing to grow its Corporate division and is looking to speak with talented Account Managers and experienced Account Handlers who have strong technical broking experience. You'll be joining a highly experienced team working with large, recognisable UK and international businesses, giving you exposure to complex insurance programmes and some of the UK's leading insurers. This isnt a fast paced E-Trade role, this will have some areas that will need more care and attention and will need someone with patience and problem solving skills. What they're looking for: Commercial or Corporate Insurance experience Strong manual broking and placement knowledge Experience dealing directly with insurer markets SME, Mid-Market or Corporate experience Someone keen to develop technically and progress their career You don't necessarily need an existing Corporate client base. If you have strong commercial broking foundations and want the opportunity to move into larger and more sophisticated risks, they are happy to have a conversation. The culture is high-performing but genuinely supportive, with excellent flexibility, strong development opportunities and a business that believes in recognising and rewarding success. Leeds / Hybrid, with flexibility available for experienced candidates. If you're interested in moving into the Corporate market, or simply want to understand what the next step could look like, drop me a message for a confidential conversation.

We're working with a highly regarded independent broker looking to hire a Client Executive into a specialist media team managing a c.£250k income book made up of well-known agency groups and fast-growth, high-profile businesses. The client base is varied and genuinely interesting, spanning advertising agencies, film and TV production companies, digital marketing and content businesses, PR firms and influencer-led organisations. Many operate globally and work on high-value campaigns, events and productions, bringing a range of complex exposures around contracts, intellectual property, talent, and reputational risk. These are not transactional clients. They are creative, fast-moving businesses working under tight deadlines and high expectations, often dealing with complex contracts, licensing issues and live project risk. As a result, they value brokers who can act as an extension of their business, providing clarity, confidence and solutions when things are on the line. The book itself is well established, stable and performing, offering a rare opportunity to step into a role where relationships are strong and not under pressure, giving you a platform to build rather than fix. You'll work alongside a technically strong colleague who is well respected by clients but not naturally commercially driven, meaning this hire is key to bringing balance and added presence. You'll initially share responsibility before taking greater ownership, maintaining and developing the portfolio while identifying opportunities to grow. It's not a pure new business role, but you'll need the instinct and confidence to deepen relationships, spot opportunities and bring ideas forward. They are looking for someone with genuine gravitas who can engage at a senior level, operate independently and make an impact quickly with minimal training. In return, you'll join a stable, well-regarded business with flexibility, strong client retention and the chance to shape your own position within a specialist and growing sector.

Development Underwriter - Life Sciences Location: Home-Based / UK Wide IPS Group are working closely with a well known Insurer who have an opportunity to join them as a Life Science Development Underwriter. This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Life Science Underwriter looking for a new challenge of for Commercial Combined Underwriter looking to diversify their experience into Life Sciences. Life science underwriting offers one of the most attractive career paths in today's insurance market. Covering sectors such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and digital health, it's a market experiencing significant growth and increasing demand for specialist underwriting expertise. This is an opportunity to move into a fast-growing sector that offers greater technical depth, long-term career development and exposure to innovative businesses. This is a purely new business-focused role, ideal for an underwriter who enjoys building broker relationships, developing new opportunities and spending time in the market. You would aim to carry out around 20 face-to-face broker meetings per month, you'll play a key role in growing the Life Sciences portfolio by developing relationships with both existing and prospective broker partners across the UK. You'll underwrite and help convert new business opportunities across a range of Life Sciences risks, including biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical technology, digital health and clinical research businesses, while developing expertise across associated Financial Lines exposures. Working closely with brokers, you'll identify opportunities, build trading momentum and help establish the business as a leading Life Sciences insurer. We're particularly interested in speaking with Commercial Combined or Property & Casualty underwriters who have strong new business and broker development experience and a desire to focus on life science. Previous Life Sciences experience isn't essential; we're looking for individuals with solid underwriting fundamentals, strong trading skills and the ambition to develop specialist expertise in a growing market. At the same time exp This is an excellent opportunity to combine the relationship-led aspects of Commercial Combined underwriting with the chance to build a specialist skillset in one of the insurance market's most exciting and fastest-growing sectors.