Regional Head of Underwriting,APAC Job Singapore,Management

We are looking for a Regional Head of Underwriting, APAC, based in Singapore.

The Impact You Will Have

Reporting to the President, Commercial, APAC, the Regional Head of Underwriting will provide strategic leadership in developing and executing the regional underwriting strategy. This role ensures alignment with global Allianz Commercial strategies and is responsible for managing the regional portfolio to achieve Allianz Commercial targets. The position demands strategic oversight of underwriting practices, product development, and compliance within the regulatory framework, ensuring a disciplined and profitable underwriting process.

The role also entails leading the regional underwriting staff and fostering strong relationships with brokers and clients.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Execution

Develop regional underwriting strategy aligned with global AZC goals.
Identify market opportunities to grow business.
Lead cross‑LoB strategies with regional leaders to foster innovation.

Performance Steering

Manage the portfolio to meet financial and loss ratio targets across the region.
Drive planning, monitor progress and optimise the portfolio across the underwriting lifecycle.

Underwriting Excellence and Compliance

Maintain underwriting consistency and compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.
Drive rollout and adoption of global pricing and TEX tools across the region.

Corporate Governance and Compliance

Ensure global governance coherence and adherence to compliance standards.
Promote integrity and ethical behaviour organization-wide.

Market and Relationship Management

Acquire and retain business through strategic client and broker relationships.
Enhance market presence and represent Allianz Commercial internally and externally.

Underwriting Leadership

Lead the regional underwriting teams in new business and renewal strategies.
Collaborate closely with the global LoB leads on development of local products.
Oversee cross‑LoB and country underwriting deals acting as a consistent face to the market across the region.
Act as first point of escalation point for underwriting referrals.

What You’ll Bring to the Role

Excellent communication and presentation, strong negotiation and leadership, expertise in risk assessment & management, advanced pricing knowledge, contract drafting proficiency, and strong analytical abilities.
More than 10 years experience in underwriting management, strong broker relationships, local market presence, proven profitable growth, and experience leading teams in complex global environments.
Preferably a Master's Degree in Economics, Law, or a related discipline. Completion of professional insurance qualifications (e.g., CII).
The ability to ensure ethical AI practices and stay updated with emerging AI technologies will be key to maintaining a competitive advantage.

What’s in it for you? Let’s care about everything that makes you, you

We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. We offer a hybrid working model, which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in‑person collaboration and remote working. Please feel free to discuss flexible working arrangements with us.

Let’s care for your financial wellbeing

We believe in rewarding performance with a great compensation and benefits package (details vary by location), including a generous bonus scheme and pension.

Let’s care for your opportunities to progress

From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered.

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