Regional Director
3 weeks ago
The APAC Regional Head of Climate Risk and Resilience will play a crucial role in developing Risk Advisory services and implementing innovative insurance solutions to address the growing challenges at the intersection of nature conservation, food security, and climate change in that region. This position requires a deep understanding of environmental risks, emerging carbon and nature accounting, agricultural systems, and the evolving landscape of nature finance.
Expertise in Food Systems and Biodiversity is critical to back the development of the business in that region. Hence, this role is combined with the role of Global Head, Food Systems and Biodiversity, aimed at developing insurance and advisory solutions within these areas to support the climate transition and address the associated risks. With a global remit, this role will support business development activities related to Food Systems and Biodiversity across the Howden Group.
Key Responsibilities:
As Regional Head of Climate Risk and Resilience in APAC:
- Lead a team of specialists in climate and nature-related risk management and insurance, focusing on nature and agriculture, carbon markets, energy transition, and climate adaptation.
- Develop a business plan in association with the regional team.
- Liaise with local insurance & reinsurance markets.
- Represent and promote CRR services in the region.
- Identify and contribute to thought leadership opportunities.
As Global Head, Food Systems and Biodiversity:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for nature and food systems risk services and insurance products.
- Oversee the creation of specialized insurance solutions for regenerative agriculture, coastal ecosystems, and forest systems.
- Collaborate with underwriters, risk managers, and environmental experts to design parametric products that protect natural assets.
- Establish partnerships with public and private sector actors to drive innovation in nature finance.
- Oversee the adaptation of existing crop insurance solutions for transition finance in regenerative agriculture.
- Guide the expansion of insurance coverage for carbon markets and other environmental markets.
- Develop risk assessment methodologies that integrate nature-based risks into risk assessments.
- Liaise with brokers, insurers, and clients to ensure the delivery of tailored nature and food systems insurance solutions.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends in nature finance, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable food systems.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Advanced degree in environmental science, agriculture, finance, or a related field.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in insurance, with a focus on environmental or agricultural risks.
- In-depth knowledge of food systems and nature-based solutions.
- Strong understanding of climate change impacts on agriculture and ecosystems.
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret complex environmental and financial data.
- Proven track record in developing innovative insurance products.
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
- Experience in managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder relationships.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic thinking and ability to drive innovation in a rapidly evolving sector.
- Deep understanding of the nexus between insurance and nature finance.
- Ability to translate complex environmental risks into actionable insurance solutions.
- Strong negotiation skills and capacity to influence at senior levels.
- Commitment to promoting sustainable practices and nature-positive outcomes.
Tell employers what skills you have
Sustainability
Leadership
Risk Assessment
Regulatory Compliance
Assessing
Analytical Skills
Modeling
Team Development
Climate Change
Strategy
Stakeholder Engagement
Thought Leadership
Climate
Underwriting
Presentation Skills
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