Head of Financial Lines, CI

婵物捨; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known company seeks a Line(s) of Business Underwriting Manager I to lead underwriting strategy across various markets in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves developing strategies, collaborating with teams, and improving processes. Candidates should possess strong market insight and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the underwriting strategy.
• Identify opportunities and risks using data and insights.
• Work with local teams to ensure customer needs are met.
• Improve underwriting processes and nurture talent.

Skills

Market / Economic Environment

Exposure / Accumulations

Underwriting Strategy

Risk Insights

Pricing

Customer Centricity

Analytical Thinking

Business Acumen

Decision Making

Influencing

Insurance Legal & Regulatory Environment

Negotiation

Operating Globally

Organizational Agility

Problem Solving

Relationship Management

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Job Summary

The Line(s) of Business Underwriting Manager I leads, drives and is accountable for the underwriting strategy and performance of (a) specific line(s) of business across all markets within their designated domain, which is typically a medium to large country or a market segment within a country, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.

Job Accountabilities - Key Accountabilities

• The Line(s) of Business Underwriting Manager I leads the development of the underwriting strategy for (a) specific line(s) of business and oversees execution to deliver the required portfolio performance
• This includes identifying opportunities and risks, using data and insights to make informed decisions and implementing changes as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
• They leverage their knowledge of market trends and distribution dynamics and work through local teams to ensure that customer needs are met.
• They are a referral point for Underwriting decisions which require empowerment to their level.
• They collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to deliver the business objectives and work with local underwriting teams to ensure consistency and adherence to underwriting standards.
• The Line(s) of Business Underwriting Manager 6 plays a key role in improving Underwriting processes and efficiency for their line(s) of business and nurturing talent to ensure that the organisation remains sustainable and fit for the future.

Performance Management Accountabilities

• Demonstrate commitment to corporate values.
• Take accountability for participating in the performance management cycle.
• Take action to improve performance on the job.
• Assist and support co-workers.
• Take action to manage own personal development.

Job Qualifications

SKILLS

Functional Skills

• Market / Economic Environment - Proficiency Level 2
• Exposure / Accumulations - Proficiency Level 2
• Underwriting Strategy - Proficiency Level 2
• Risk Insights - Proficiency Level 2
• Pricing - Proficiency Level 3
• Customer Centricity - Proficiency Level 3

Cross-Functional Skills

• Analytical Thinking - Proficiency Level 2
• Business Acumen - Proficiency Level 2
• Decision Making - Proficiency Level 3
• Influencing - Proficiency Level 3
• Insurance Legal & Regulatory Environment - Proficiency Level 2
• Negotiation - Proficiency Level 2
• Operating Globally - Proficiency Level 2
• Organizational Agility - Proficiency Level 2
• Problem Solving - Proficiency Level 3
• Relationship Management - Proficiency Level 3
• Stakeholder Management - Proficiency Level 3
• Strategic Thinking - Proficiency Level 3

You are the heart & soul of Zurich!

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right?

We highly value the experience and know-how of our employees and offer a wide range of opportunities across business areas to encourage you to apply for new opportunities within Zurich when you are ready for your next career step.

Let’s continue to grow together!

• Location(s): MY - Kuala Lumpur, MY - Remote Work
• Remote working:
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Taren Kaur
• Closing date: