SENIOR EXECUTIVE – CORPORATE DIVISION

SENIOR EXECUTIVE – CORPORATE DIVISION

Location: Mauritius

We are recruiting for our client, a well-established organisation operating in the insurance and risk management sector, for an experienced and commercially driven Senior Executive – Corporate Division to lead its corporate insurance operations and drive sustainable business growth.

This is a senior management opportunity for a strategic leader with strong technical insurance expertise, proven commercial capabilities and a track record of managing teams, developing corporate client relationships and improving business performance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Business Development

• Develop and implement the Corporate Division’s business strategy in line with the organisation’s overall objectives.
• Drive revenue growth through new client acquisition, account development, cross-selling and the identification of new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with major corporate clients, key decision-makers and business partners.
• Identify opportunities to expand the company’s product offering and strengthen its market position.

Financial and Operational Performance

• Take overall responsibility for the Division’s revenue, profitability, budgets and financial performance.
• Establish annual business targets and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the teams.
• Monitor business development pipelines, client retention, operating costs and productivity.
• Implement initiatives to improve operational efficiency and commercial results.

Team Leadership and Management

• Provide strategic direction and supervision to Team Leaders overseeing Property and Liability Insurances, Financial Insurances and Specialty Risks, and Claims.
• Set performance objectives, monitor results and promote accountability across the Division.
• Foster collaboration between insurance placement and claims teams.
• Develop technical capabilities, identify training needs and promote a high-performance culture.

Client Relationship and Claims Management

• Maintain strong relationships with key corporate clients and participate in major negotiations, client meetings and renewal discussions.
• Ensure high standards of client service, professional advice and responsiveness.
• Oversee complex, disputed, delayed and high-value claims, ensuring appropriate follow-up and escalation.
• Strengthen client retention through proactive account management and effective claims advocacy.

Insurer Relationships and Technical Excellence

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international insurers and specialist insurance markets.
• Support negotiations on insurance terms, coverage, pricing and commission arrangements.
• Ensure the delivery of appropriate insurance solutions through sound technical analysis and risk assessment.
• Monitor insurance market developments and emerging risks, including cyber threats and other complex corporate exposures.

Governance and Strategic Contribution

• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Monitor operational, professional and reputational risks within the Division.
• Report regularly on business performance and strategic initiatives to senior management.
• Contribute to executive-level discussions, group strategy and cross-business collaboration.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• A degree in Insurance, Business Management, Finance, Risk Management or a related discipline would be an advantage.
• A recognised professional insurance qualification, such as ACII or an equivalent qualification, would be highly desirable.

Experience and Skills

• Substantial experience in the insurance industry, preferably in insurance broking or corporate insurance.
• Proven experience managing corporate insurance accounts and developing strong business relationships.
• A successful track record in business development, revenue generation and profitability management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing teams and holding managers accountable for performance.
• Sound technical knowledge of commercial insurance products and the local insurance market.
• Experience in financial lines, specialty risks and complex corporate insurance programmes would be an advantage.
• Exposure to claims management and claims advocacy would be highly desirable.
• Previous senior management experience involving business planning, budgeting and strategic decision-making would be an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong commercial acumen and business development capabilities.
• Strategic thinking and sound financial and analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Strong technical understanding of corporate insurance and risk management.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• A client-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism and sound judgement.

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Additional benefits in line with the organisation’s senior management package.
• The opportunity to contribute to business strategy and lead the development of a corporate insurance division.