Chief Business Officer

Job Description

Chief Business Officer – Corporate & Business Insurance (Broking)

Department: Corporate & Commercial Insurance

Location: Dubai

Reporting To: Group CEO

Direct Reports: Country Heads, Cluster Heads, Principal Officers

Objective of the Role:

• Drive consistent growth by meeting or exceeding monthly sales targets
• Define, communicate, and execute the organization’s Vision, Mission, and strategic direction
• Lead the development and implementation of corporate strategy in line with global standards
• Engage with the Board of Directors for guidance and key strategic decisions
• Oversee overall operations aligned with strategic objectives
• Evaluate business performance and success metrics regularly
• Identify and assess opportunities for acquisitions or strategic exits to enhance shareholder value
• Represent the organization in global industry forums and community engagements
• Actively participate in international insurance and broking events to elevate the firm’s visibility, leadership, and growth potential

This is a senior leadership role at a globally recognized broking house. The position plays a pivotal role in driving regional and international expansion, bringing a global perspective to local markets and helping position the company as a market leader in corporate and commercial insurance solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and lead the growth strategy for the Corporate & Business Insurance division
• Oversee performance across multiple channels and products, ensuring operational excellence and customer-centric processes
• Strengthen the firm’s Commercial & Business Insurance brand presence across geographies
• Ensure competitive positioning in the regional and international insurance marketplace
• Lead a high-performing sales team and drive the achievement of business objectives through strategic planning and execution
• Develop strong client relationships to maximize cross-selling, client retention, and profitability
• Align head office initiatives with distribution channels for consistent service delivery and performance

Desired Profile:

• Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience in Insurance Broking and the General Insurance industry
• Experience working with or within a multinational broking house , ideally across multiple regions
• Proven success in leading strategic business units and driving measurable growth in competitive markets

Qualifications:

• Associate of Chartered Insurance Institute or equivalent industry certification
• Preferred: MBA or Chartered Accountant with insurance-specific diplomas