Senior Property Broker

Introduction

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We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview

We are recruiting an experienced Senior Broker to join our Middle East and Africa team!

The successful candidate will have experience in the property facultative reinsurance market and possess strong technical, statistical, and broking skills. We are open to considering candidates based in Dubai or those in London currently operating in the Middle East and Africa market. French language skills are also essential.

If you are looking for a new opportunity to join a leading global broker and contribute to our continued growth, then please apply today!

How you'll make an impact

1. Define the broking strategy and own the placement structuring and negotiations to meet timelines.
2. Be technically proficient – understand and tailor wordings to client industry needs and prepare a lead slip.
3. Engage frequently with colleagues across various Gallagher offices that cater to the Middle East and Africa market.
4. Lead day-to-day account handling and develop initial ideas for structure, coverage, and marketing strategy.
5. Review data, statistics, and information packs to support the placement of clients' programs, ensuring detailed marketing and broking.
6. Coordinate analytics and servicing resources to nurture a sense of community within the client team.
7. Lead tenders, structuring, and placement execution.
8. Ensure top-quality accounting and claims servicing.
9. Handle and resolve queries from clients and reinsurers, including regular in-person engagement.
10. Work on ad hoc projects, support strategy, conduct research, and produce reports or PowerPoint presentations.
11. Collaborate on RFPs and tenders to support the growth of the team.

About You

• Validated experience in facultative reinsurance with placement experience on sophisticated accounts in the Middle East & Africa.
• Creative thinker, solution-oriented, and strategic. Ability to adapt our offering to differentiate from competitors.
• Organized with the ability to lead multiple collaborators and align interests.
• Good market rapport and reputation.
• French language skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and markets.
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize different tasks and workloads.