We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Underwriting Director/Senior Director to join our team in Hong Kong. This leadership role will be responsible for overseeing the underwriting function, ensuring adherence to organisational standards and regulatory requirements while driving underwriting excellence across all lines of business. The successful candidate will bring in-depth technical knowledge, proven leadership capability, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate should possess over 10 years of relevant underwriting experience within the insurance or financial services industry, with at least 5 years at a senior managerial level. A strong understanding of enterprise-wide risk management principles, pricing strategies, and portfolio management is essential. The role requires excellent analytical and decision-making skills, as well as the ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. Experience in designing and executing underwriting strategies and policies, particularly in complex commercial or life insurance products, will be highly regarded.
Key responsibilities include overseeing the development and implementation of underwriting guidelines and procedures, analysing underwriting data to develop insights and drive performance improvements, and ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations. The incumbent will work closely with actuarial, claims, risk, and distribution teams to deliver a well-balanced and sustainable underwriting portfolio, while also serving as a subject matter expert during the development of new products and services.
Applicants should have a strong academic background, preferably with a degree in finance, actuarial science, business administration, or a related discipline. Professional qualifications such as ACII, FLMI, or equivalent will be a significant advantage. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, including the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally. Fluency in English is essential, and proficiency in Cantonese or Mandarin would be an asset.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven and visionary underwriting professional to contribute to shaping the strategic direction of the underwriting function in a market-leading organisation. If you are passionate about driving innovation, achieving operational excellence, and leading with integrity, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding role.
The position offers a competitive salary in HKD, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career development within a supportive and high-performance environment.