MHP Group is the integrated communications agency built for the Networked Age – a world that’s increasingly connected, complex, polarised and activist.We lead the way in the application of behavioural science to solve communications challenges. We create strategies and multichannel campaigns to engage every audience, from consumer to policy maker, and from stakeholder to shareholder.With 230 experts in London, we are trusted by many of the world’s leading businesses and brands.Our specialist teams include Brand & Reputation, Corporate Advisory & Capital Markets, Public Affairs, Strategic Media, Crisis & Risk, Change & Employee Engagement, Health, Financial Services, Technology, Mischief and Studio La Plage.The TeamWithin MHP Group, our Financial Services practice is one of the fastest-growing parts of the business. We work with market-shaping fintechs and scale-ups alongside established incumbents and institutions, helping them build reputation, drive growth and influence debate.Our insurance credentials span:· Global carriers, Lloyd’s specialists and reinsurers· Brokers, MGAs and specialty platforms· PE-backed and founder-led growth businessesThe team blends deep sector expertise, creative firepower and behavioural insight to deliver work that defines, elevates and amplifies client positioning.After five years of sustained growth – and a strong start to 2026 – this is a pivotal moment. We are investing in senior leadership to build the next chapter of our insurance offer.What We DoInsurance is operating in a rapidly shifting risk and reputational landscape. We help clients lead, not react. Our work focuses on:· Clear, authoritative narratives that simplify complex risk· Integrated strategies that unify corporate, financial, digital and stakeholder comms· Reputation management in an environment shaped by cyber, climate, geopolitical and regulatory riskWhy clients choose us:· Trusted advisers to listed insurers, PE-backed platforms and specialist operators· Deep relationships across insurers, brokers, reinsurers and the media that shapes the agenda· Proven experience on high-stakes transactions and sensitive issues· Daily engagement with the top tier mainstream and industry vertical press· Creative news generation beyond mandated announcements· Joined-up strategies that deliver measurable impactThe RoleThis is a senior leadership role within MHP Group’s Financial Services business, with a clear mandate to help build and lead the insurance and risk practice.You will be both hands-on and strategic:A trusted adviser to senior clientsA leader and mentor to the teamWorking closely with senior colleagues across Financial Services, Brand & Reputation, Public Affairs and Digital, you will help shape the proposition, set standards and grow the franchise.This role suits someone with deep insurance expertise and a forward-looking view of communications – excited by the opportunity to build something, not just run accounts.Key ResponsibilitiesPractice leadership· Help lead and develop MHP’s Insurance & Risk proposition within Financial Services· Set standards for client excellence, strategic thinking and delivery· Act as a senior escalation point for clients and teams· Provide senior counsel to clients including Heads of Comms, CMOs, Founders and CEOs· Lead high-profile insurance accounts across retainers, projects and campaigns· Advise on corporate positioning, reputation, transactions, issues and crisesGrowth & commercial performance· Identify, shape and convert new business opportunities· Lead pitches, RFPs and relationship-driven growth· Drive cross-sell opportunities across MHP’s wider offer· Contribute to revenue growth, profitability and client retention targets· Build, mentor and motivate high-performing teams· Support training, development and progression· Play an active role in attracting and retaining talentAgency leadership· Be a senior member of the Financial Services leadership team· Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated campaigns· Help shape the strategic direction of the wider practiceThe Successful Candidate Will HaveExperience & expertise· Proven track record at Director or Senior Director level (or equivalent)· Deep experience in insurance (GI, Specialty, insurtech and/or London Market)· Broader financial services experience an advantage· Confidence and credibility advising senior stakeholders under pressure· Strong experience across reputation, corporate positioning and financial communications· Crisis and issues management experience (response and preparedness)Media and communications excellence· Strong understanding of the UK business and insurance media landscape· Established national and trade media relationships· Fluency across integrated campaigns, including digital and social· Demonstrable success in new business and organic growth· Ability to spot opportunity, shape propositions and close deals· Strong personal network and willingness to leverage it· Proven ability to lead and develop teams· Highly organised, calm and effective under pressure· A collaborative, positive presence who raises standards around themPersonal attributes· Passionate about the insurance sector and its evolution· Forward-thinking view of communications and reputation· Ambitious, curious and motivated to build a market-leading practiceThis is a rare opportunity to shape, lead and grow an insurance communications franchise inside one of the UK’s most respected and creatively ambitious agencies.And in return, we offer:Excellent starting salary with annual reviews25 days holiday allowance (+ bank holidays), a day off to celebrate your Birthday, ‘Time4U’ every month and office Christmas closureMatched pension contributions (up to 5%)Life AssurancePrivate Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgrammeSeason ticket loans and Cycle to work schemeAccess to our Learning Academy to support your career and personal growthHybrid (up to 2 days remote working per week)‘Work from Anywhere’ one week per yearClick here to see the full list of Our benefits - MHP Group (teamtailor.com)Here at MHP Group, we are committed to creating an inclusive and a diverse workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr