Lead Underwriter - Casualty Faculative

Gravitas Recruitment Group Hong Kong; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment group is seeking a highly skilled Lead Casualty Facultative Underwriter for their Singapore Hub. This pivotal role focuses on underwriting facultative casualty and financial risks, fostering collaboration across stakeholders to optimize coverage solutions and drive profitability in the APAC market. Candidates should possess extensive experience in casualty underwriting, strong analytical abilities, and excellent relationship management skills, alongside proven leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Casualty or Financial Lines underwriting.
• Proven track record of managing complex casualty risks in the APAC market.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk and develop pricing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite facultative liabilities risks, assessing coverage needs and pricing strategies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships in the APAC region.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and market analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Relationship management

Communication

Education

ACII or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Casualty Facultative Underwriter to join our client's Singapore Hub Offices.

This critical role involves managing and underwriting facultative casualty and financial risks while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure optimal coverage solutions.

The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in the Asia market to enhance our underwriting capabilities, identify new business opportunities and drive profitability across our liabilities portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite facultative liabilities risks, assessing coverage needs and pricing strategies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships in the APAC region, with a focus on Cedant Facultative Liabilities business.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment on underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and market analysis to inform underwriting decisions.
• Design and implement innovative solutions tailored to client needs and market trends.
• Mentor and lead junior underwriters, providing guidance and expertise.
• Monitor and report on underwriting performance, ensuring targets and profitability are met.
• Stay updated on industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging risks.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Casualty or Financial Lines underwriting, with a focus on facultative risks.
• Proven track record of managing complex casualty risks in the APAC market.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk and develop pricing strategies.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and market conditions in the APAC region.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., ACII or equivalent) are preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Join us in this exciting opportunity to lead our casualty facultative underwriting efforts and make a significant impact on our business growth in the APAC region.