Senior Director Of Risk Management

Bebeereinsurance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading reinsurance firm in Gauteng is seeking a Head of Reinsurance to lead their reinsurance strategy. The role involves negotiating treaties, advising executives, and analyzing portfolio performance. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Actuarial Science or Finance, a strong track record in reinsurance, and leadership skills. With a focus on risk and growth, this position offers an opportunity to shape the company's reinsurance efforts effectively.

Qualifications

• Degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in life insurance/reinsurance.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate reinsurance treaties for optimal outcomes.
• Develop a reinsurance strategy aligned with business goals.
• Advise on reinsurance structures and market conditions.
• Investigate portfolio performance to identify improvements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Degree in Actuarial Science or Finance

Qualified Actuary or CA qualification

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced professional to lead our reinsurance efforts.

The Head of Reinsurance will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive reinsurance strategy that aligns with the company's business objectives.

This includes negotiating reinsurance treaties and risk-sharing arrangements, advising executives on reinsurance structures and market conditions, and investigating reinsurance / risk-sharing portfolio performance.

The ideal candidate will have excellent negotiation and relationship management skills, strong analytical and financial skills, and strategic thinking with a balance of risk, growth, and cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate reinsurance treaties and risk-sharing arrangements to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive reinsurance strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Advise executives on reinsurance structures and market conditions to inform decision-making.
• Investigate reinsurance / risk-sharing portfolio performance to identify areas for improvement.

Requirements

• Degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, or related field is required.
• Qualified Actuary or CA qualification is advantageous.
• Extensive knowledge of reinsurance arrangements is essential.
• At least 7 years of experience in life insurance / reinsurance is required.
• The successful candidate will have a strong track record of leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills, with the ability to think strategically and make informed decisions.