Senior Insurance Manager / Insurance Director Estithmar Holding

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Insurance Manager or Insurance Director with a minimum of 15 years of specialized experience in the insurance sector. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of insurance markets, corporate governance, legal frameworks, and complex insurance schemes across multiple industries.

This leadership role oversees all insurance activities for the group, ensuring optimal coverage, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and strategic insurance planning. Candidates must have at least 10 years of work experience in the GCC, with strong familiarity with regional regulations, insurance providers, underwriting practices, and market dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

Insurance Strategy & Management

• Develop and implement the group’s insurance strategy, ensuring adequate coverage for all business units and assets.
• Review, evaluate, and negotiate insurance policies (property, construction, liability, medical, marine, business interruption, etc.) to maximize coverage and minimize cost.
• Lead annual insurance renewals, claims negotiations, and risk assessments.

Governance, Compliance & Legal Oversight

• Ensure full compliance with GCC insurance regulations and corporate governance requirements.
• Coordinate with internal legal teams, external counsel, and regulators on insurance-related issues.
• Review legal documents, contracts, and agreements to ensure insurance provisions meet corporate risk standards.
• Establish internal policies and procedures governing insurance operations.

Risk Assessment & Mitigation

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across subsidiaries and projects.
• Recommend appropriate insurance structures and risk mitigation strategies.
• Identify gaps in coverage and advise management on corrective measures.

Claims Management & Liaison

• Oversee all insurance claims from initiation to settlement, ensuring timely and fair outcomes.
• Maintain excellent relationships with brokers, insurers, TPAs, surveyors, and regulatory agencies.
• Provide expert support to business units on complex claims and disputes.

Financial & Operational Oversight

• Manage the insurance budget, premium allocations, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for executive management and the board.
• Ensure proper documentation, recordkeeping, and audit readiness for all insurance-related matters.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead and mentor junior team members within the insurance, governance, or risk functions.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, legal, procurement, and project teams to align insurance coverage with business needs.