We are seeking an experienced underwriting professional to drive the growth and profitability of our Energy & Construction / Engineering portfolio, with a particular focus on Renewable Energy, across our business units in Asia. This role will provide technical leadership, underwriting expertise, business development support, and capability building, playing a key role in strengthening underwriting standards, enhancing technical capabilities and supporting sustainable and profitable growth across the region.
Responsibilities
- Accountable for the business performance and underwriting results of the Energy & Construction / Engineering portfolio across our business units in Asia
- Evaluate underwriting referrals and provide technical underwriting recommendations and approvals within delegated authority
- Support the management of Renewable Energy business arrangements, including collaboration with managing general agents (MGAs) and relevant stakeholders
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, intermediaries, reinsurers, insureds and other business partners to support business growth and expand market opportunities
- Partner with business units to achieve sustainable and profitable growth objectives
- Support product development initiatives and provide underwriting guidance for complex risks, major accounts, and claims matters
- Provide technical expertise relating to risk engineering, underwriting best practices, and portfolio management
- Strengthen Energy & Construction / Engineering underwriting capabilities across our business units in Asia through coaching, training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives
- Support the continuous enhancement of underwriting systems, processes, and workflows to deliver high service standards and operational efficiency
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to support strategic business objectives and regional underwriting initiatives
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and governance standards
Requirements
- Degree holder in Engineering or a related discipline
- Professional insurance qualification such as ACII or equivalent
- At least 10 years of experience in the insurance or reinsurance industry, including underwriting experience within Energy & Construction / Engineering and Renewable Energy segments
- Strong understanding of Energy & Construction / Engineering and Renewable Energy risk exposures, underwriting principles, policy coverages, and risk assessment methodologies
- Proven experience in business development, portfolio management, and relationship management within commercial insurance lines
- Experience in risk engineering, claims handling and technical insurance advisory work
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and make sound underwriting decisions
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders across multiple markets and cultures
- Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to identify and execute growth opportunities
- Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing underwriting talent to strengthen technical capabilities across the organisation
- Demonstrated commitment to professional integrity, ethical conduct, and compliance with regulatory and corporate governance requirements
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $14,000.00 - $22,500.00 per month
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
- Professional development
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Singapore 068807