Senior Manager, Business Development, Structuring

Position Overview

Originate financially motivated reinsurance opportunities and assist the execution of reinsurance transactions for our clients in Japan.

Responsibilities

Work with the Director, Business Development, Structuring Team on, but not limited to, the following areas:

• Learn the core Structuring team product offerings to provide the tailor-made reinsurance solution for the capital / financial needs of life insurance companies in Japan
• Assist with the management of deal execution of large asset intensive reinsurance transaction and other Structuring Team transactions, from start through to completion
• Develop internal relationships with other *** stakeholders, such as Structuring Team Pricing, Investment Solutions and Treaty teams
• Assist with developing new reinsurance opportunities, in close coordination with other client facing teams in Japan branch
• Develop knowledge of the primary insurance market in Japan, particularly key players, their strategies, and products
• Develop an understanding of the (re)insurance regulatory environment in Japan, including accounting and capital
• Develop relationships with other key players in the Japan insurance market e.g. consultants, investment banks and industry bodies
• Contribute to the establishment of *** and Structuring Team as a recognized provider of financially motivated reinsurance solutions throughout Asia Pacific
• Participate and, where needed, lead ad-hoc department projects as needed.

Requirements

Required

• Sound interpersonal skills to help manage deal execution with internal and external stakeholders
• Minimum 4+ years of experience in actuarial, investment, corporate planning or finance department in Life Insurance/Reinsurance, consulting firms or relevant industry
• Demonstrated knowledge of life insurance, health insurance, and/or annuity products
• A good team player and enjoy working with colleagues in Japan and globally
• Ability to take ownership in projects and drive them to completion
• Fluency in Japanese and English

Preferred

• Actuarial qualifications (IAJ, SOA, etc)
• Understanding of ALM techniques, including derivatives, and capital markets approaches
• ESR, financial reporting or accounting experience and/or training
• Pricing experience of life insurance, health insurance, longevity, and/or annuity products
• Project management skills