Head of SEA Reinsurance Underwriting

Randstad Singapore; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 350.000 - 700.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Randstad Singapore seeks a Senior Underwriting Leader to shape and execute regional strategies, elevating underwriting capabilities for life reinsurance in Asia while balancing governance with scalable operations and client-focused value.

You will lead a regional team reporting to the Global Head of Underwriting Services & Transformation, drive capacity planning, mentor staff, and partner with market stakeholders to translate client feedback into practical growth opportunities, leveraging AI and

Formación

• Educated to a degree level or possessing equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive senior-level experience in underwriting within a life insurance or reinsurance setting.
• Deep technical understanding of underwriting across major life insurance protection products, coupled with a sound knowledge of industry regulations, risk management principles, and market practices.
• Proven leadership abilities with a track record in capacity planning, mentoring teams, and spearheading operational or transformational initiatives.
• Exceptional executive-level communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage senior internal and external partners.
• A demonstrated capability to make proactive, commercially balanced decisions in complex or ambiguous situations.

Responsabilidades

• Shape and execute strategies that elevate the firm's underwriting capabilities.
• Drive operational efficiency through responsible adoption of AI and automation.
• Oversee portfolio performance and risk controls.
• Manage complex client audits and high-level case referrals.
• Forge strong partnerships with market stakeholders and translate client feedback into practical business enhancements and strategic growth.

Conocimientos

Underwriting leadership

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Executive communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

about the company

We are representing a leading global life reinsurance organization with a robust and growing presence across South East Asia and India. Renowned for delivering innovative protection solutions and exceptional service, the organization is committed to driving operational transformation, leveraging advanced technology and artificial intelligence, and cultivating a collaborative, high-performance culture to meet the evolving demands of their global clientele.

about the job

As the Senior Underwriting Leader for the region, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing strategies that elevate the firm's underwriting capabilities. Acting as the senior ambassador for these services in Asia, you will balance service excellence, operational scalability, and rigorous governance while delivering a differentiated value proposition to key clients. Core responsibilities include driving operational efficiency through the responsible adoption of artificial intelligence and automation, overseeing portfolio performance and risk controls, and managing complex client audits and high-level case referrals. Furthermore, you will forge strong partnerships with market stakeholders, translating client feedback and portfolio data into practical business enhancements and strategic growth.

about the manager/team

Reporting directly to the Global Head of Underwriting Services & Transformation, you will lead and mentor a dedicated regional team. A significant portion of your focus will be on team management, capacity planning, and building future-ready capabilities by identifying skills gaps and nurturing career pathways. The working environment champions a unified, global culture that encourages cross-market knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration. You will serve as a resilient leader who sets clear expectations, provides coaching, and fosters an inclusive, high-performance atmosphere.

skills and experience required

Educated to a degree level or possessing equivalent professional experience.

Extensive senior-level experience in underwriting within a life insurance or reinsurance setting.

Deep technical understanding of underwriting across major life insurance protection products, coupled with a sound knowledge of industry regulations, risk management principles, and market practices.

Proven leadership abilities with a track record in capacity planning, mentoring teams, and spearheading operational or transformational initiatives.

Exceptional executive-level communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage senior internal and external partners.

A demonstrated capability to make proactive, commercially balanced decisions in complex or ambiguous situations.