Director

Job description / Role

Director - Risk & Market Data, Dubai (English & Arabic preferable)

On behalf of our client, a well-reputed international insurance company we are looking for a Director to look after their Risk & Market Data division.

Your main task will be to contribute to the successful development of the group and attract new customers by providing high quality services and latest market data.

In this challenging role your main responsibilities will include:
- Oversee all Risk & Market Data activities on business units level
- Allocate and monitor operational targets of Risk & Market Data team
- Implement Risk & Market Data strategy on individual project works
- Execute risk action plans for unprofitable policies
- Ensure the quality of the business units underwriting

Requirements

- 10+ years in a managerial role within the Financial Services / Banking industry
- Previous experience in Trade Credit Insurance or in a risk division in a Bank / Big 4 / Audit Firm / Credit Rating agency
- Excellent analytical and business assessment skills
- Broad knowledge and experience in underwriting and contracting
- Ideally knowledge of claims and debt collections processes
- Strong decision maker with excellent problem solving and leadership skills
- Fluent English and preferably Arabic speaker

If you hold the above attributes and are looking to develop your career in a fast developing environment that provides opportunities to grow and nurture your career, then please apply now.

We look forward to receiving your application.

About the Company

Swisslinx Middle East is a leading executive search firm in the region. We specialise in recruitment solutions, talent acquisition and career advice across a wide range of markets within the financial services sector.

We are located in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) which gives us unrivalled access to onshore Middle Eastern clients and candidates. We also partner with clients in London, Zurich, Geneva, Zug, Frankfurt and Paris and have been instrumental in establishing onshore Middle Eastern and Emerging Market teams.

We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients helping them develop successful, sustainable businesses. Transparency, trust and discretion drive the way in which we mediate between clients and candidates and ensure we consistently deliver results.