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Head of Business Unit- Dubai | Financial Services| Orient Insurance PJSC

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

This is a full-time on-site role for a Head of Unit at Orient Insurance located in Dubai. The Head of Unit will be responsible for day-to-day operations and management of their assigned unit. This includes overseeing staff, setting goals and targets, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing budgets, and implementing strategic initiatives to drive growth and profitability. The Head of Unit will also collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination.

What you will do

  • Plan, analyse and develop in consultation with Executive Vice President – Business Development sales strategies and actions in order to secure new/ additional business and enhance market share
  • Produce his required target of insurance business from the designated areas in order to achieve or exceed the assigned premium target
  • Review and monitor the due Premiums payment status in order to actively follow up timely collection of the outstanding premiums
  • Collect and collate business and market conditions related information and prepare reports and formulate appropriate recommendations for Management Information and Decision Making in order to counter competition and increase the company's market share of the business
  • Service clients introduced directly by the Job holder as well as clients of Branch and Development Officers in a prompt and courteous manner in order to ensure efficient service and client satisfaction
  • Identify and recruit in consultation with Executive Vice President – Business Development, highly motivated and experienced field sales staff and agents in order to effectively cover and exploit the market for generating business revenues
  • Promote the growth of the insurance business by establishing and maintaining close liaison with Brokers and clients to ensure customer satisfaction and profitability

Required skills to be successful:

  • Excellent interpersonal & analytical skills
  • Excellent selling skills
  • Excellent problem-solving
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Ability to analyze data and make strategic decisions
  • In-depth knowledge of insurance operations and regulations
  • Results-oriented and goal-driven mindset
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

What equips you for the role:

  • Bachelor's Degree (Commerce/Science / Arts / Business Administration)
  • Associate of Chartered Insurance Institute, London or equivalent
  • Proven experience in insurance or a related industry in UAE or insurance experience within the GCC countries
  • 8-10 years experience in a progressive organization (Including 4-5 years in a senior managerial position)
  • General Insurance with particular emphasis on Marine, Hull & Cargo, Non Marine, Motor, Life & Medical

About Orient Insurance PJSC:

Orient Insurance Company commenced operations in 1982 as a part of the reputed Al-Futtaim Group and has since recorded a progressively steady growth. The Company is counted among the leaders in the UAE insurance market. Orient Insurance Company has a paid-up capital of AED 500 Million which is the highest in the insurance industry in UAE. With head office in Dubai, the company serves its clientele through an extensive branch network in Jebel Ali, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah in UAE, Muscat in Sultanate of Oman and Bahrain.

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