Head of Motor Operations | Kuala Lumpur, MY

Allianz; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Allianz Services is seeking a Head of Motor Operations to lead the motor insurance division strategically. This senior role involves driving sales, overseeing operational excellence, and ensuring profitability within the motor portfolio, requiring extensive experience in the insurance industry and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years experience in the insurance industry.
• Deep knowledge of the Singapore insurance market and regulations.
• Proven success in driving business growth and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to grow the motor insurance division.
• Oversee operational processes for efficiency and compliance.
• Lead a team of motor underwriters and distributor support staff.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field

Job description

Allianz Services is part of Allianz Group, one of the world's leading insurers and asset managers. It has successfully unified various businesses from different parent companies into a single business segment. Allianz Services operates service delivery centers in Romania, India, Mauritius, and Morocco, and consulting hubs in Germany, USA, Italy, France, and Singapore, with nearly 6,000 employees worldwide.

Job Description

The Head of Motor Operations is a senior leadership role responsible for executing the motor insurance business strategy and performance for Allianz entities. The role involves driving sales, improving profitability, and ensuring operational excellence within the motor division. The incumbent will lead distributor support teams and play a key role in business growth and profitability for the motor insurance division.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategic plans to grow and increase profitability in the motor insurance division. Set objectives and track progress.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee processes to ensure efficiency, high-quality customer and distributor service, and regulatory compliance.
• Underwriting and Risk Management: Ensure adherence to underwriting guidelines and risk assessment protocols. Manage the risk portfolio to maintain profitability.
• Team Management: Lead a team of motor underwriters and distributor support staff. Promote a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams such as technical, sales, policy administration, and finance to deliver quality service and grow the motor portfolio.
• Partnership Development: Build relationships with stakeholders like distributors and automotive industry players to expand market reach.
• Market Analysis: Keep abreast of industry trends, customer preferences, and regulatory changes to adapt strategies accordingly.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 15 years experience in the insurance industry.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills.
• Deep knowledge of the Singapore insurance market and regulations.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proven success in driving business growth and profitability.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field.

Allianz Group is a trusted global insurance and asset management company. We value our employees' ambitions and challenges, fostering an environment of empowerment and growth. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds regardless of ethnicity, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

Join us to build a better future for our customers and the world. Let's care for tomorrow.

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