Head of Property

Job Description

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About the role

Reporting to the General Manager the Head of Property will lead the strategic direction development and profitable growth of the property portfolio. The role requires a commercially driven leader with deep technical knowledge and strong market presence to optimise underwriting performance drive new business acquisition and close high-value opportunities. You will be responsible for enhancing product offerings and building trusted relationships with cedents brokers and reinsurance partners to expand market share and respond to evolving demands.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Portfolio Management
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve growth and profitability for the property portfolio.
  • Stay ahead of market trends competitor activities and regulatory shifts to keep strategy adaptive and forward-looking.
• Business Development & Acquisition
  • Identify target and secure new business opportunities across key markets.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with cedents brokers and reinsurance partners to drive new revenue streams.
• Team Leadership
  • Lead mentor and develop the property underwriting team to achieve high performance.
  • Provide technical training and leadership guidance to strengthen team capability.
• Product Innovation & Development
  • Oversee the development and refinement of property reinsurance products to match market needs.
  • Ensure offerings remain competitive client-focused and compliant with industry standards.
• Risk Management & Compliance
  • Monitor portfolio risk and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure all practices align with internal policies and external regulations.
• Financial Oversight
  • Meet or exceed annual business targets and financial goals.
  • Drive long-term profitability and sustainable portfolio growth.

Candidate Qualifications

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in a similar role within the reinsurance industry.
• Bachelors degree in Business Management or a related field; a Masters degree is a plus.
• Proven expertise in portfolio management risk management and technical reinsurance knowledge.

Key Competencies

• Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of casualty and financial lines products and market dynamics.
  • Risk management expertise and analytical capabilities.
  • Effective portfolio management and strategic planning skills.
• Behavioural Skills:
  • Exceptional leadership and team development abilities.
  • Strong negotiation problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and time management.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Languages:
  • Fluent English Arabic an advantage

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