Associate Director - Marine Reinsurance

Willis Towers Watson; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance firm is seeking a professional responsible for managing Marine and Non-marine reinsurance clients in Asia. This role involves building and maintaining client relationships while ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. The ideal candidate will have a degree or equivalent qualifications and a proven track record in Reinsurance Broking or Underwriting. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and supports a culture of inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Reinsurance Broking or Underwriting.
• Good knowledge of the Reinsurance market in Asia.
• Ability to adapt personal style effectively with diverse clients.

Responsibilities

• Understand client business, opportunities, and key issues.
• Manage relationships and negotiate placements with the reinsurance market.
• Prepare client presentations considering profitability.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Technical skills

Presentation abilities

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree, ACII or equivalent qualifications

Tools

Excel

Job description

Responsible for Marine and Non-marine reinsurance clients and prospects in Asia with accountability for retention of clients and new business development. Will manage and develop client and Willis relationships and grow portfolio within Marine and Non-marine and will be responsible for targeting and converting prospects.

The Role

• Ability to understand a client or prospect’s business, situations, opportunities, problems and key issues
• Ability to manage relationships and negotiate placement with the reinsurance market
• Prepare client and prospect presentations considering the impact of client profitability
• Work with account executives and associated teams in determining appropriate solutions and structuring and pricing the deal
• Identify appropriate markets and determine placing strategy
• Create and grow relationships with underwriters in London and international markets
• Experience in pricing and designing conceptual programmes
• Ensure ongoing compliance with WTW's guidelines and procedures.
• Ensure good relationships and communication with other WTWs associates
• Provide technical, industry and subject matter expertise where required

The Requirements

• Degree, ACII or equivalent qualifications
• A proven track record in Reinsurance Broking or Underwriting
• A good knowledge of the Reinsurance market in Asia
• Good communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent technical skills
• Good presentation abilities
• Ability to assimilate and apply large volumes of information rapidly
• Negotiation skills coupled with the ability to be flexible and innovative
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team
• Able to prioritise, manage deadlines and work under pressure
• Comfortable explaining complex concepts and making recommendations to clients/client servicing teams
• Must be able to forge links between broking and client servicing teams
• Ability to adapt personal style to work effectively with a wide range of clients, colleagues and underwriters
• Must be prepared to work with integrity and openness, always complying with FCA requirements.
• Good IT skills with excellent Excel usage capability.

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email [e-mail]