Insurance Portfolio Manager

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary package

Bonus package

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a strategic Insurance Portfolio Manager to lead investment and underwriting portfolio management, driving profitability and alignment with corporate objectives. You will analyze market trends, assess risk appetite, and guide asset allocation and product development to shape the company’s offerings.

This senior role requires oversight of portfolio performance, stakeholder coordination with reinsurers and investment managers, and leadership in risk governance.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, or related field.
• 7+ years experience in insurance portfolio management or related field.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for growth and profitability of insurance and investment portfolios.
• Monitor portfolio performance against key metrics and take corrective actions.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Manage relationships with reinsurers, investment managers, and other partners.
• Oversee underwriting guidelines and risk appetite framework for the company.
• Prepare reports and presentations on portfolio performance for senior leadership and the board.

Skills

Portfolio management

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Decision-making

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, or related field

MBA or equivalent preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Insurance Portfolio Manager to lead their investment and underwriting portfolio management initiatives in Sandton . This senior role is responsible for overseeing the performance of the company's insurance and investment portfolios, ensuring profitability and alignment with strategic objectives. You will analyze market trends, assess risk appetite, and make critical decisions regarding asset allocation and product development. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to drive significant financial outcomes and shape the future direction of the company's offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for the growth and profitability of the insurance and investment portfolios.
• Monitor portfolio performance against key metrics, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities and threats.
• Manage relationships with reinsurers, investment managers, and other key partners.
• Oversee the underwriting guidelines and risk appetite framework for the company.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on portfolio performance for senior leadership and the board.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent is preferred.
• Significant experience (7+ years) in insurance portfolio management , investment management, or a closely related field.
• Deep understanding of insurance products, actuarial principles, and financial markets.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven track record of managing complex financial portfolios and achieving financial targets.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and bonus package.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits and retirement planning.
• Significant paid time off and executive perks.
• Opportunities for leadership development and high-level strategic involvement.
• Prestigious corporate office location in Sandton .