Deputy Treaty Underwriter

Overview

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.

• 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.

• 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).