Our client, a renowned leader in the insurance sector, is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to take on the role of Chief Underwriting Officer. This position is crucial for the strategic direction and leadership of the underwriting department, ensuring the delivery of innovative insurance solutions that meet the needs of their clientele.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Lead the underwriting department across both retail and HNW, setting strategic goals and objectives that align with the company's overall vision.
- Oversee the underwriting of new policies and the renewal of existing policies to ensure profitability and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implement robust processes for underwriting and pricing projects to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with other departments to develop cross-functional strategies that optimize the product offerings.
- Manage and mentor a team of underwriters and support staff, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
- Analyze complex data from various sources to inform decision-making and strategy formulation.
Key Skills:
- Proven expertise in underwriting within the insurance sector.
- Strong analytical skills, with an ability to manage large datasets and extract meaningful insights.
- Excellence in pricing strategy formulation and execution.
- Leadership qualities with demonstrated experience in managing and developing teams.
- Superb communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building and maintaining effective cross-departmental relationships.
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.
This is a permanent role located in the operations department of our client's firm. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a leading player in the insurance industry while spearheading innovative underwriting and pricing projects.
