Practice Leader

R3 Consultant; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading reinsurance firm is seeking a seasoned Practice Leader in Dubai to drive strategic growth initiatives in Motor, Health, Property, and Specialty reinsurance. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the reinsurance industry within the MENA region, with proven expertise in Treaty and Facultative segments. Responsibilities include leading business growth strategies, building relationships with key stakeholders, and mentoring team members. This role offers a dynamic multicultural environment and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the reinsurance industry, especially in MENA.
• Proven expertise in Treaty/Facultative.
• Strong working knowledge across multiple lines of business.

Responsibilities

• Drive business growth and client engagement strategies across Middle East markets.
• Help develop and execute market strategies.
• Lead initiatives in Treaty and Facultative segments.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Business acumen

Communication skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Job description

Practice Leader – Dubai

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned reinsurance professional to lead strategic growth initiatives in single or multiple reinsurance segments of Motor Health Property and Specialty reinsurance. This role demands deep market insight strong industry relationships and a proven track record in reinsurance business development and client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive business growth and client engagement strategies across Middle East markets.
• Help develop and execute market strategies to position the Dubai branch as a growth engine.
• Lead initiatives in Treaty and Facultative segments including emerging revenue streams such as MGAs.
• Represent reinsurance to multiple stakeholders (regulators partners clients and reinsurers) across the region.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with cedants brokers and reinsurers.
• Collaborate with internal teams and HO to align regional strategies with global objectives.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to team members fostering a high-performance culture.

Qualifications & Experience-

• Extensive experience in the reinsurance industry or corporate solutions within the MENA region especially Middle east countries.
• Proven expertise in Treaty/Facultative.
• Exposure and experience in Motor/Health/Specialty/Property business segments. Exposure to MGA model is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge across multiple lines of business; specialization in one or more is advantageous.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing market strategies.
• Established network of relationships with regional cedants brokers and reinsurers.
• Experience in managing external stakeholder relationships including regulators and strategic partners.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic multicultural environment.