Chief Executive Officer – Leading Professional Indemnity Insurance Company
Melbourne or Sydney
Our client, a leading provider of insurance broking, underwriting agency services, and risk management solutions, is seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to drive their continued growth and success.
The organisation is owned by a leading professional membership body and was built upon the foundation of serving its professional members with high-quality insurance products, expert claims management, and risk prevention education.
Reporting to the Chair and Board, the CEO will enhance the long-term commercial viability of the business, focusing on sustainable profitable growth, market position, and client satisfaction.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leadership: Lead and motivate staff, ensuring sound corporate governance and succession planning.
Sustainable Profitable Growth: Develop strategic initiatives, enhance client relationships, and pursue new market segments and acquisitions.
Partnerships: Foster robust partnerships with capacity providers, industry bodies, and technology providers.
Financial Strength: Manage investment strategies and financial reserves, ensuring compliance and sustainability.
Dynamic Organisation: Respond to market changes, maintain a positive workplace culture, and drive operational efficiency.
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, finance, economics, management, or related fields.
Extensive commercial experience in insurance broking, underwriting, and financial lines.
Proven senior executive leadership and organisational change management experience.
Personal Attributes:
Integrity, transparency, and professional ethics.
Effective communicator, negotiator, and influencer.
Collaborative team player and constructive questioner.
Commitment to continuous professional learning.
Remuneration:
Competitive market remuneration. Full details provided during the recruitment process.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications, including a covering letter highlighting the alignment of their skills and experience with the role's requirements.
For a confidential discussion, please call Alison Myatt on 02 9233 1200.
To express interest, please send your application quoting Ref No A005946 to Watermark Search International at search@watermarksearch.com.au. We will reply to the email address used for your application.
Closing date: Sunday 29th June 2025 at 11.59pm AEST