Chief Underwriting Officer, Insurance - Top Bank (HK)

· This role holder would carry a personal underwriting authority covering mass market and HNW or greater Face Sum Insured, and maximum level of substandard life authority under reinsurer auto-binding authority, and for declinature and postponement cases as appropriate

· Oversees daily operations and quality assurance of the Underwriting Services Team 

· Monitors underwriting rules, guidelines and philosophy as to continue its market competitiveness and effectiveness 

· Empowered to implement changes to underwriting practices including leading the Underwriting Rule Engine (“URE”) straight through processing initiatives to automate and streamline UW process. The role holder would also lead the streamlining customer experience project, implementing technology-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction 

· Lead the Underwriting Services Team and work effectively with others within the organization in achieving the delivery of the overall business objective and customer experience

· Develops training programs to uplift onshore and offshore team capabilities with a focus on HNW underwriting and ensure compliance of internal external regulatory requirements

· Engages with stakeholders, including but not limited to Chief Actuary, Chief Risk Officer, Head of Regulatory Compliance officer, Reinsurers, and distribution partners (bank and non-bank channels), to align underwriting strategies

Requirements

• Proven experience in life insurance underwriting with focus on the High Net Worth market 
  
• Fellow of the Academy of Life Underwriting, Fellow Life Management Institute, or Chartered Life Underwriter will be highly preferred
  
• Hold a substantial financial sum insured authority of not less than USD 30m
  
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills
  
• Strong leadership skills, self-motivation and ability to work under pressure
  
• Proficiency in both English and Chinese
  
• Professional qualifications such as Enhanced Competency Framework (ECF) and/or Certified Banker (CB) under Hong Kong Institute of Bankers (HKIB) would be an advantage.