Job Description
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overview
Our client in the financial sector is seeking to recruit a results-driven and experienced Lead - Operations and Financial Control to oversee operations and financial control functions, including premium management and arrears, across its Life and General Insurance businesses. The successful candidate will be responsible for strengthening financial discipline, driving effective recovery strategies, and leading large technical teams while maintaining strong relationships with clients, intermediaries, and financial institutions.
Responsibilities:
Oversee and manage operations and financial control functions including premium billing, collections, arrears monitoring, and reconciliations.
Develop, implement, and maintain robust operational control frameworks, policies, and procedures.
Devise and execute effective recovery strategies, including the formulation and enforcement of credit policies.
Monitor ageing, arrears trends, and recovery performance, and implement corrective actions as required.
Lead, mentor, and manage large technical teams to deliver operational excellence and accountability.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with banking institutions, clients, intermediaries, and internal stakeholders.
Identify, monitor, and mitigate financial and operational risks, ensuring compliance with internal governance and regulatory requirements.
Escalate high-risk accounts and recommend remedial actions in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
Ensure adherence to internal controls, delegated authorities, and governance requirements.
Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks and implement mitigation measures accordingly.
what you need to know
Profile:
Hold a professional qualification in accounting, finance, insurance, or management, with preferably a master's degree in business administration, or any such acceptable qualification in the domain.
At least 10 years of work experience in finance, accounting or insurance related functions including minimum 7 years in a leadership role.
Experience in life/general insurance would be an advantage.
Proven ability to lead and manage large technical teams.
Strong organizational skills with business-oriented thinking and delivery capabilities.
Strong communication and negotiation skills, with a good ability to build effective relationships with service providers.
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Job Reference:
2604-LOFC-ARL
Published Date:
23 January