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Manager - Specialty Risks (General Insurance)

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Our client is seeking for a highly experienced and technically strong Manager - Specialty Risks to lead and develop our Specialty Risks portfolio within General Insurance. The role is responsible for underwriting, portfolio management, and business development across specialised lines, while ensuring sound risk assessment, profitability, and compliance with regulatory and internal governance standards.
  • Specialty Risks portfolio (e.g. engineering, marine, aviation)
  • Underwriting, portfolio management, and business development

À propos de notre client

This organisation operates within the insurance sector and is recognised for its focus on innovation and technology. With a stable and established presence, the company prioritises delivering exceptional services while fostering a supportive and professional work environment.

Description du poste

  • Manage and grow the Specialty Risks portfolio (e.g. engineering, marine, aviation, liability, energy, construction, or other non-standard risks);
  • Underwrite complex and high-value risks in line with approved underwriting guidelines and delegated authorities;
  • Develop underwriting strategies, pricing approaches, and portfolio management plans to ensure sustainable profitability;
  • Assess risk exposures, coverage structures, and reinsurance requirements in collaboration with internal and external partners;
  • Support business development initiatives by providing technical underwriting input and tailored solutions to brokers and clients;
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, reinsurers, surveyors, and other key stakeholders;
  • Monitor portfolio performance, loss trends, accumulation exposures, and risk concentration, and implement corrective actions;
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and risk governance frameworks;
  • Lead, mentor, and develop technical underwriting teams within the Specialty Risks function.

Profil recherché

  • Professional qualification in Insurance (CII) or Degree in Risk Management, Engineering, or a related field;
  • Minimum 7-10 years' experience in Specialty Risks underwriting within General Insurance, including at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or managerial role;
  • Strong technical expertise in one or more specialty lines (engineering, marine, liability, etc.);
  • Proven ability to underwrite complex and non-standard risks;
  • Strong commercial acumen with a disciplined approach to risk and profitability;
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills; and
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop technical teams

Informations complémentaires

Fantastic opportunity for a Manager - Specialty Risks (General Insurance) to advance their career!

A competitive package with great benefits

Contacter
Yelena Yin
Indiquer la référence de l'offre
JN-052026-7010711
Téléphone
+27 11 303 8300

Résumé du poste

Secteur
Banque & Services Financiers, Assurance
Sous-secteur
Assurance
Industrie
Insurance
Localisation
Maurice
Type de contrat
Permanent
Nom du consultant
Yelena Yin
Contact du consultant
+27 11 303 8300
Référence de l´offre
JN-052026-7010711