Job Description
- To effectively manage and grow the Power, Downstream & Renewables (re)insurance team, including production and placement activities into the Singaporean and international markets.
- To identify and act upon new business opportunities which promote the profitable development of the business.
- To lead the development of Power, Downstream & Renewables (re)insurance business in line with the Company's plans and targets.
- To oversee and ensure the prompt placement of Power, Downstream & Renewables reinsurance contracts in accordance with the client’s requirements and needs, in a timely manner in accordance with regulatory requirements acting in the best interest of the client and the company at all times.
- To provide a quality service to clients covering all aspects of their (re)insurance arrangements; to advise, arrange, and secure the appropriate cover at a competitive premium.
- To assume responsibility for and to oversee:
- The renewal business portfolios
- New business production
- The marketing & placement of risks
- Client Servicing
- Growing the team as we build out our wider Power, Downstream & Renewables capabilities in Singapore
- To represent the Power, Downstream & Renewables Department and Company internally and externally.
- To be responsible for the leadership and management of (re)insurance intermediation for the team.
- To agree the financial and operational targets for the Power, Downstream & Renewables Department with the CEO.
- To lead effective and regular communication within the Power, Downstream & Renewables Department and with other Departments.
- To advocate and ensure sound business practices compliant with the Company’s Rules and Procedures and other management instructions, in particular with regard to:
- The conduct and recording of business
- Confirmations and evidencing of cover
- Recording and filing of all communications and discussions
- The safeguarding of client monies
- The escalation and reporting of breaches, errors & omissions, disputes and complaints
- Liaison with other Directors and senior managers to ensure that a coordinated approach is adopted on matters with cross-company impact.
- Reporting to the CEO in a timely manner to update on the Power, Downstream & Renewables Departments performance and ensure the CEO and Compliance Officer are made aware of:
- Any matter which might expose the Company to a claim, legal action or regulatory action/investigation.
- Any serious disciplinary cases.
- Any substantial failure to comply with the external regulatory and legislative framework.
- To advocate and ensure and an adequate and proactive risk control framework within the team.
- To ensure that they and their wider team adopt and uphold best practices and act in a compliant manner at all times, including with regards to the handling of clients, filing of documentation, tracking of enquiries, handling of claims and processing of business.
- Any other relevant tasks that the CEO may from time to time require you to enact.
Representing Price Forbes
- Champion the Price Forbes name and core values.
- Collaborative – we build on our own experience of innovation to push boundaries in partnership with clients.
- Tenacious – we are relentless and clear-sighted in our pursuit of new and ground-breaking ideas.
- Creative – we take a fresh perspective on risk, seeking new solutions to the trickiest questions.
- Open – we are open-minded and future-ready, and we embrace uncertainty.
- Represent Price Forbes with clients, agents, suppliers and other organisations.
Compliance
- Comply with relevant legal, regulatory and compliance requirements, E&O compliance procedures and quality initiatives.
- Escalation of any potential E&O's to Division Head / Directors at the earliest opportunity.
- Ensure completion of all mandatory Company training and to deadline.
Your scope of duties is not restrictive and may be expanded at the company’s discretion.
Regulatory Responsibilities / Knowledge Required:
- To be familiar with the detailed regulatory obligations imposed by Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
- To ensure you are trained and competent to perform your duties to the required standard and in compliance with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulations.
- Detailed understanding and knowledge of general insurance and underlying legal principles.
- Detailed understanding of the Company’s internal procedures and practices.
Requirements / Skills Required:
- Previous exposure to a leadership and management role(s), track record as a trusted team leader as well as a good team player.
- Ability to organize and delegate tasks effectively.
- Ability to prioritize and organize own workload to ensure that deadlines are adhered to and targets are met.
- Ability to work under pressure and to manage, lead, motivate and influence others.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to develop and sustain relationships with both internal and external parties.
- Confidence in representing the department or the company both internally and externally.
- Proficient computer skills, such as Microsoft suites, etc.