Our client is seeking a (Deputy) Treaty Underwriter to join its dynamic P&C Treaty team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing and expanding their treaty portfolio across the Middle East. This is a permanent position to be filled immediately. You can look forward to -Develop and manage P&C Treaty business in assigned Middle East countries. -Build and maintain strong relationships with cedants and brokers in your markets. -Analyse treaty submissions using both quantitative and qualitative methods. -Negotiate treaty structures and wordings and respond to business partner inquiries. -Review, monitor, and manage the assigned portfolio with a focus on technical profitability. -Contribute to the design and execution of business development strategies. -Represent the company at seminars, conferences, and conduct partner training as required. -Stay informed on market trends, capacity shifts, rating movements, and technical developments impacting underwriting.
Desired Candidate Profile
- Bachelor's degree (Master's degree is an advantage).
- Professional insurance qualification (e.g. ACII, FCII or CPCU).
- 7 to 10 years of experience in treaty underwriting with a reputable insurer or reinsurer.
- Strong analytical, communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong knowledge of MENA markets and P&C insurance/reinsurance practices.
- Established network and deep understanding of MENA insurance and reinsurance market dynamics.
- Proficient in MS Office and general IT tools.
- Proficiency in English and Arabic (additional languages is an advantage).