Financial Lines Leader – MENA & Africa Growth

Leading Edge; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent insurance firm is seeking a Head of Financial Lines to lead their operations across MENA and Africa. This role requires an experienced leader with over 15 years of expertise in Financial Lines underwriting. The successful candidate will develop business strategies, oversee portfolio management, and drive profitability while fostering relationships with stakeholders. Strong technical knowledge and leadership experience in complex underwriting environments are essential for this position. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Financial Lines underwriting.
• Strong technical knowledge of Financial Lines products and policy wordings.
• Significant leadership experience in complex underwriting environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business strategies to drive growth and profitability.
• Oversee underwriting, portfolio management, and risk management.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams across MENA and Africa.
• Foster relationships with key stakeholders, including brokers and clients.
• Analyze and report on financial performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Relationship management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Law, Insurance, or related field

Professional certifications (e.g., ACII, CPCU)

Job description

A prominent insurance firm is seeking a Head of Financial Lines to lead their operations across MENA and Africa. This role requires an experienced leader with over 15 years of expertise in Financial Lines underwriting. The successful candidate will develop business strategies, oversee portfolio management, and drive profitability while fostering relationships with stakeholders. Strong technical knowledge and leadership experience in complex underwriting environments are essential for this position. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth await the right candidate.