Head of Property Risk Consulting, Africa

Marsh; Alice; Hybrid; ZAR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Marsh is seeking a dynamic leader to head the Africa Property Risk Consulting division within the Risk Consulting business. This senior role, based in Sandton with a hybrid model and three days in the office, requires extensive experience in insurance, risk consulting, and client leadership across large corporate clients in South Africa.

The successful candidate will drive growth, culture, and profitability, while overseeing P&L, strategy, and client delivery across the PRC practice in Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Engineering, Risk, Insurance, or a related field.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams, ideally including engineers or technical specialists.
• Deep knowledge of South African insurance markets and large corporate clients.
• Experience in business development and P&L accountability.
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting, forecasting and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Champion an exceptional, value-driven client experience with superior outcomes.
• Lead senior practice involvement on major projects, providing strategic guidance and innovative risk solutions.
• Inspire and develop talent within the PRC team, fostering growth and retention.
• Identify and capitalize on growth opportunities within existing client portfolios and via new business.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Strategic thinking

People management

Financial stewardship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Management, Engineering, Risk, Insurance, or related field

Job description

Marsh is seeking a dynamic leader to head the Africa Property Risk Consulting division within the Risk Consulting business. This senior role, based in Sandton with a hybrid model and three days in the office, requires extensive experience in insurance, risk consulting, and client leadership across large corporate clients in South Africa.

The successful candidate will drive growth, culture, and profitability, while overseeing P&L, strategy, and client delivery across the PRC practice in Africa.