LEAD / AGM INSURANCE @ BDHRS
bdhrs is seeking a highly experienced professional for the role of Lead / AGM Insurance to be based in Lagos, Nigeria. This strategic position involves spearheading group-wide commercial insurance programs with a particular focus on Marine Insurance expertise. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Risk or the CFO and will be responsible for defining the group's insurance strategy, ensuring that all global assets and liabilities are adequately protected through optimized coverage and cost-effective renewals.
Key responsibilities include managing the entire insurance lifecycle, from negotiations and renewals to overseeing complex claims management from notification to final settlement. The candidate will be expected to build robust partnerships with brokers and insurers, run competitive tender processes, and drive digitalization initiatives to improve process efficiency. The role offers a competitive market-based salary, family benefits after eight months (including health, visa, and travel support), and relocation support such as work permits and accommodation assistance.
Key responsibilities include managing the entire insurance lifecycle, from negotiations and renewals to overseeing complex claims management from notification to final settlement. The candidate will be expected to build robust partnerships with brokers and insurers, run competitive tender processes, and drive digitalization initiatives to improve process efficiency. The role offers a competitive market-based salary, family benefits after eight months (including health, visa, and travel support), and relocation support such as work permits and accommodation assistance.
Key Requirements
15+ years of client-side insurance experience in an in-house role
Deep expertise in Marine Insurance including cargo, hull, or freight
Bachelor's degree in Insurance, Risk, Finance, or a related field
MBA in Insurance or AIII (Associate of the Insurance Institute) preferred
Strong knowledge of commercial P&C, marine, liability, claims, and reinsurance
Proven strategic and analytical thinking capabilities
Effective negotiation skills with insurers and brokers
Ability to drive digitalization and process improvements in insurance workflows
Experience in board-level reporting and regulatory compliance
Capability to manage group-wide insurance renewals and tender processes