Head of Marine

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 06/04/2026

We are hiring for our client, a leading insurance organization, for an exciting leadership opportunity to appoint a Head of Marine
. This is a fantastic role offering full ownership of underwriting performance, portfolio strategy, and profitability across the Marine line of business within a dynamic and high-performing environment.

This opportunity is ideal for a commercially driven and technically strong leader who can balance disciplined underwriting with business growth, while building strong relationships across clients, brokers, and internal stakeholders.

• Own full P&L accountability (top line and bottom line) for the Marine line of business, ensuring profitability in line with organizational objectives
• Develop and execute annual business plans, budgets, and underwriting strategies for Marine
• Lead underwriting decisions on large and complex Marine risks, including pricing, structuring, and acceptance
• Establish and maintain underwriting guidelines, policy wordings, terms, and conditions for Marine products
• Ensure high-quality, timely underwriting service that enhances client relationships and market credibility
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, brokers, reinsurers, and business partners
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory developments within the Marine segment, recommending strategic adjustments where required
• Provide technical guidance and support to distribution channels, ensuring performance and capability alignment
• Lead client engagement initiatives including workshops, meetings, and seminars
• Evaluate reinsurance requirements and approve placements for high-risk exposures
• Drive portfolio monitoring, performance tracking, and corrective actions across the underwriting value chain
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support regional and international Marine business growth

• Bachelor’s degree in insurance, Business, Finance, or a related field (professional certifications are an advantage)
• Extensive experience in Marine underwriting within the insurance sector
• Proven track record of P&L ownership and managing Marine portfolios
• Strong technical expertise in Marine underwriting, risk assessment, and reinsurance structures
• In-depth understanding of Marine insurance market dynamics and regulatory frameworks
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and driving performance
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Highly analytical with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate strategically while maintaining hands‑on execution in a fast‑paced environment