Director General | Industrial

Careerwallet; Valencia; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary commensurate сo

Premium executive health insurance

Generous pension scheme

Company car allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Valencia office environment

Strategic influence role

Job summary

Careerwallet in Valencia seeks a seasoned Director of General Insurance Underwriting to lead underwriting across property, casualty, and motor. Based in Valencia, you will shape underwriting strategy, oversee the team, and drive profitable growth while maintaining market position.

The role requires extensive leadership, risk assessment, portfolio management, and strong communication to interact with senior management and external partners.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in general insurance underwriting.
• Proven leadership in underwriting teams and strategic delivery.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement underwriting strategies for general insurance products (property, casualty, motor).
• Oversee the underwriting team: training, performance management, and guidance.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identify trends, and implement improvements.
• Establish underwriting guidelines, policies, and procedures for profitability and consistency.
• Collaborate with product development, claims, and sales to align strategies.
• Analyze market conditions, competitor activities, and regulatory changes affecting underwriting.
• Manage reinsurance arrangements related to the general insurance portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal controls.
• Represent underwriting in senior management meetings and external forums.

Skills

Leadership

Risk assessment

Portfolio management

Team leadership

Strategic underwriting

Education

ACII/FCII or equivalent

Job description

Our client, a well-established and respected insurance group, is seeking an accomplished and strategic leader to serve as Director de Suscripción de Seguros Generales. This senior leadership position is based in Valencia, Valencia, and carries significant responsibility for overseeing the underwriting operations for all general insurance lines, including property, casualty, and motor. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in risk assessment, portfolio management, and team leadership within the insurance sector. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing underwriting strategies that drive profitable growth while maintaining the company's strong market position. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of a key business unit within a reputable organization.

About the Role

Our client, a well-established and respected insurance group, is seeking an accomplished and strategic leader to serve as Director de Suscripción de Seguros Generales. This senior leadership position is based in Valencia, Valencia, and carries significant responsibility for overseeing the underwriting operations for all general insurance lines, including property, casualty, and motor. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in risk assessment, portfolio management, and team leadership within the insurance sector. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing underwriting strategies that drive profitable growth while maintaining the company's strong market position. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of a key business unit within a reputable organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive underwriting strategies for all general insurance products.
• Oversee the underwriting team, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Establish underwriting guidelines, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency and profitability.
• Collaborate with product development, claims, and sales departments to align strategies.
• Analyze market conditions, competitor activities, and regulatory changes impacting general insurance.
• Manage reinsurance arrangements related to the general insurance portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal controls.
• Represent the underwriting function in senior management meetings and external forums.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in general insurance underwriting, with a proven track record in leadership roles.
• Deep understanding of property, casualty, motor, and other general insurance lines.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing profitable underwriting strategies.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent knowledge of risk management principles and insurance market dynamics.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACII, FCII or equivalent).
• Experience in Valencia, Valencia or a similar dynamic economic region is advantageous.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary commensurate with experience and a substantial performance-based bonus.
• Premium executive health insurance package.
• Generous company pension scheme.
• Executive car allowance or equivalent benefit.
• Significant paid time off and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work in a modern office environment in Valencia.
• High-impact role with strategic influence on the company's direction.

Spain - Moncada - Valencia
Full time
Req-49460