We recruit across all roles within the insurance industry, from entry-level and graduate positions through to Directors and Executives, and everything in between. Whatever your business needs, we have you covered, connecting insurance professionals with the right opportunities at every level and function.
For Employers
Strategic hiring. Delivered with precision.
Why Partner With Us?
Hiring the right talent is one of the most important decisions your business will make. We partner with you to understand not just the role, but the wider business objectives, team dynamics, and long-term vision behind every hire.
Our approach is consultative, data-driven, and built on quality over quantity.
- Deep market knowledge and talent mapping
- Access to active and passive candidates
- Thorough screening and qualification
- Transparent communication
- Efficient process management
- Offer and onboarding support
- Long-term partnership approach
At IRS, we don’t just fill vacancies. We secure the right people to drive your business forward.
1. Initial Consultation
Every successful search begins with a thorough understanding of your business.
We take time to explore:
- Business objectives and growth plans
- Role responsibilities and deliverables
- Team structure and reporting lines
- Required technical and soft skills
- Cultural fit and working style
- Budget, salary range, and benefits
- Hiring timeline
This allows us to position your opportunity accurately and attract the right calibre of candidate.
2. Role Strategy & Market Mapping
Before going to market, we:
- Advise on salary benchmarking
- Assess talent availability
- Identify target companies and competitor landscapes
- Agree on a tailored sourcing strategy
This strategic groundwork ensures a focused and effective search.
3. Candidate Sourcing & Screening
We proactively approach and assess candidates through:
- Direct headhunting
- Database and network outreach
- Advertised campaigns (if required / suitable)
Each candidate is rigorously screened, including:
- Experience confirmation
- Skills and competency evaluation
- Cultural fit assessment
- Salary and availability
You receive a curated shortlist. Not a volume of unqualified and speculative CVs.
4. Shortlist Presentation
We present a refined shortlist with:
- Detailed candidate profiles and career synopsis
- Key achievements and impact summaries
- Interview insights
- Salary expectations and availability
We remain available to discuss each profile in detail before interview selection.
5. Interview Coordination & Feedback
We manage the entire interview process, including:
- Scheduling and logistics
- Candidate preparation
- Managing expectations on both sides
- Collecting structured feedback
Clear communication at every stage keeps momentum high and ensures a positive candidate experience.
6. Offer Management & Negotiation
Once you have selected your preferred candidate, we:
- Present the offer professionally
- Manage negotiations sensitively
- Align expectations on compensation and benefits
- Mitigate counteroffer risks
- Secure formal acceptance
Our goal is a smooth, efficient close with minimal risk of fall-off.
7. Onboarding & Post-Placement Support
Our involvement continues beyond acceptance. We:
- Maintain regular contact during notice periods
- Support onboarding preparation
- Check in after start date
- Ensure long-term placement success
Strong placements build strong partnerships.
Employer FAQs
Answers to common employers questions.
Do you recruit for specific insurance markets?
Yes, we operate across the full spectrum of the insurance industry, supporting all major markets. Our expertise spans commercial and corporate, personal lines, financial lines, private client and high-net-worth, trade credit, marine, and more.
With deep market knowledge and an extensive network, we are well positioned to identify and engage high-calibre talent, regardless of how specialised your requirement may be. Whatever your focus or niche, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions aligned to your business needs.
How do you source your candidates?
We source candidates through a combination of proactive headhunting, our unique database of over 35,000 professionals, and targeted advertising. As a specialist headhunting agency, we actively identify and engage high-calibre talent, including individuals often not actively seeking new opportunities.
This approach ensures access to the most suitable candidates across the insurance sector, tailored to your specific requirements.
What makes you different from generalist recruiters?
What sets us apart is our proactive, headhunting approach. We identify and engage top talent directly, often attracting high-calibre professionals who are not actively on the market but are the right fit for your specific role.
This means you receive a carefully curated shortlist of highly relevant candidates, rather than a high volume of speculative CVs. Our approach ensures quality, precision, and a far more efficient hiring process.
Do you handle confidential hires?
Yes, we have extensive experience managing confidential and sensitive hires with the highest level of discretion. Whether you are replacing a senior executive, creating a new strategic role, or navigating internal change, we ensure the process is handled with complete professionalism and confidentiality.
Our approach is carefully controlled, with candidates engaged in a measured and discreet manner to protect your organisation’s interests at every stage. We prioritise privacy, safeguarding both your business and the integrity of the hiring process throughout.