Business Development Director - Insurance
About the role
At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence. If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. Skills and Competencies Deep understanding of the insurance market across the UK and Continental Europe, including brokers, insurers, and reinsurers Established London market network with perspective of unique market drivers and trends Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders (CUOs, CROs, COOs) Strong collaboration skills across sales, product, and marketing functions Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior audiences Strategic thinker with a track record of identifying and executing growth opportunities Experience in thought leadership through publications and speaking engagements Fluency in English; additional European languages are advantageous Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency, including awareness of responsible AI practices Education Undergraduate/first-level degree (e.g., Bachelor’s degree) required Graduate/second-level degree preferred (e.g., MBA, Master’s, or Ph.D.) CII qualification or equivalent insurance certification preferred