Corporate Head Underwriting

At Planswell Insurance Brokers, we are looking for a Corporate Head Underwriting who brings strong technical expertise, excellent market relationships and the ability to independently handle clients and business. We are looking for someone who understands the insurance industry inside out and can combine technical underwriting knowledge with strong commercial and people skills. The Role Lead and oversee the corporate underwriting function and independently handle complex commercial insurance risks. Have strong technical understanding of Liability, Package Policies, Fire & Special Perils, Marine, Engineering, Property, Business Interruption and other commercial lines. Understand policy wordings, coverage, exclusions, warranties, deductibles and endorsements, and be able to structure the right insurance solution for each risk. Maintain strong relationships with insurers and senior underwriting teams and effectively negotiate terms, pricing, coverage and risk acceptance. Work directly with clients, understand their requirements and risk exposures, present suitable insurance solutions and independently close business. Guide and mentor the underwriting team, helping them develop stronger technical and market knowledge. Be actively involved in complex claims and provide technical inputs on policy interpretation and coverage wherever required. Keep the team updated on market practices, insurer appetite, underwriting trends and changes in policy terms and conditions. Take ownership of the entire process and be comfortable making decisions and driving outcomes without constant supervision. Who We're Looking For: We are looking for someone with 6+ years of solid experience in corporate/commercial insurance, preferably with strong broking or underwriting exposure. More importantly, we are looking for someone who is: Technically strong and genuinely understands commercial insurance beyond just obtaining quotations. Well-connected with insurers and understands how the market operates in practice. Well-spoken, articulate and confident when dealing with clients, insurers and internal teams. Strong at building relationships and able to simplify complex insurance concepts for clients. A natural mentor who can teach, guide and develop other underwriters. Commercially astute and capable of balancing coverage, pricing, risk and client requirements. Someone who takes ownership and accountability and is comfortable working independently. Passionate about the insurance industry and committed to continuously improving their knowledge. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who wants to join for the long haul and grow with the organisation. This is a role for someone who wants to buildnot just managea strong corporate insurance practice. For us, technical knowledge, people skills, relationships and ownership are equally important. If you believe you have the experience, market knowledge and personality to take on this role, we would love to hear from you. .