Description
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Our
client is a leading insurance company, serving the lifestyle protection,
retirement income, investment and mortgage insurance needs of more than
15 million customers, and has operations in 24 countries, including the
United States , Australia , Canada , Japan , Mexico , New Zealand , the
United Kingdom and 17 other European countries.
To
champion new business risk management for our clients PPI business, working
with Sales, Pricing, Finance, Product and Business development teams in
identification and analysis of new business risks. A high profile role
with ownership for the approval process for PPI deals within a specified
business Risk Appetite, providing a key role in the drive for responsible
business growth.
This
is the number 2 position in a 10 person Risk department – reporting to
the Risk Director.
Responsibilities:
-Chairperson of Deal Review Committee responsible for the approval process
of new business proposals within delegated authority limits assigned by
Risk Committee.
-Responsibility to ensure that identification, analysis and quantification
of risks by all technical functions are completed for new PPI business
opportunities, including development and enhancement of existing process.
-Responsibility for Risk Committee calendar in relation new business approvals
and quarterly post approval status reviews.
-Responsible for monitoring and evaluation of Product (Insurance) Risk
policy statement including PPI Underwriting Manual, with responsibility
to identify requirement for redefinitions and additions to guidelines
for new business/deals where necessary.
-Provide technical insurance guidance to sales and operational teams,
as appropriate. Including development and delivery of new business risk
training program for regional teams.
-Contribute and lead strategic business initiatives and opportunities
where appropriate.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
-Degree in Statistical/Numerical content
-Professional Qualifications in Actuarial and/or Accountancy/ ACII Qualification
-A Minimum of 10 years Insurance /or Financial Services experience
-Fluent in English
-Demonstration of strong Presentation Skills to Senior Management
Desired:
-Additional European Language
Key Qualities:
-Effective relationship builder at all levels of the organisation, effective
influencing skills essential
-Strategic and analytical thinker, with strong Planning and problem solving
skills
-Demonstration of Leadership qualities, coach and mentor
-Self-motivated, high energy levels with ability to work well under pressure
-Team orientated with culturally diverse groups but also ability to work
independently
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