Manager, Client Solutions, S&R, Asia

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Manager, Client Solutions, S&R, Asia Apply locations Singapore, Singapore time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R14633
Job Title
Manager, Client Solutions, S&R, Asia
Job Description
The Role
The Manager, Client Solutions - Asia, Savings & Retirement will combine technical ability and creativity with strong interpersonal and communication skills as they take on a key role in the execution of ambitious objectives in the Asia region.
The role holder will be responsible for supporting and expanding our client and broker relationships across all Asia counterparties, seek out innovative solutions to complex problems across longevity and asset-intensive reinsurance structures across the range of Savings and Retirement products and play a crucial role in the design, development and execution of our longer term strategic objectives both in the Asia region and as part of the wider Savings and Retirement team.
Expanding Pacific Life Re's footprint and delivering growth both in the Asia region is a key strategic objective of the business. In performing their role, the role holder will be expected to support the AVP, Client Solutions, Savings and Retirement, in delivering and executing a strategy and business plan for client relationships and solutions for the Asia market.
Responsibilities
Client Management
Building strong working relationships with key day-to-day contacts across clients, consultants, brokers and banks, and demonstrating visibility personally and on behalf of PL Re.
Fulfil basic functions of client management, including effective preparation and follow-up, effective chairing of meetings, collaboration with team members to ensure consistency of approach across markets.
Maintain cultural alignment in approach to client management, acting as partners not suppliers, exercising pragmatism, being creative and solution driven in meeting client needs/objectives.
Ensuring regular communication kept open with key contacts through regular catch-ups and multi-disciplinary meetings as necessary.
Quote Delivery & Structuring
Active ownership of quote process from initial receipt and review through to delivery and follow-up focussing on internal stakeholder management throughout and managing of governance processes.
Supporting AVP, Client Solutions in triaging of opportunities, setting quote strategy and proposal of commercial terms.
Adopt and promote a solution mindset to commercial problems, co-ordinating the input from subject matter experts with in-depth knowledge of client needs to solve complex propositional challenges.
Active involvement in Pricing sign-off process including input of wider market context and providing constructive challenge. Support AVP, Client Solutions in contractual structuring, treaty drafting and negotiation.
Strategy
Key role in executing on strategy for asset-intensive and longevity reinsurance in the Asia market.
Continually develop Client Networking strategy seeking to ensure key client stakeholders across all levels maintain strong connections with relevant individuals at PL Re.
Support wider efforts within Line of Business to deliver on S&R workstreams as part of Pacific Life Enterprise strategic objectives over timeframe ('Strategy Next')
Qualifications & Experience
Strong and relevant technical experience in life (re)insurance, life consultancy or brokerage with minimum of 5yr working experience. Qualified actuary or investment banking professional strongly preferred
Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and engage confidently with external clients across diverse cultural and business environments, particularly in the Asia region.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, and deliver results in a structured and efficient manner.
Proficiency in an Asian language is highly preferred; Korean or Japanese are particularly valuable.
Foundational understanding of reinsurance structures, with a willingness to develop deeper expertise in asset-intensive solutions and a good working knowledge of pricing and capital frameworks .
Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and contribute to client proposals, market analysis, or deal structuring.
Commercially minded, with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and supporting new business initiatives.
Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
Familiarity with risk management principles, internal controls, or governance frameworks is a plus.
Working For Pacific Life Re
Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.
Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities.
Benefits

• Group Life Insurance and Medical
• Flexible Benefits
• Buy & Sell Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Telco Staff Discount

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible.
Pacific Life Re Values
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At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best life and health reinsurance services possible.
Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda.
With over 1000 employees across the globe, we take pride in our inclusive culture, underpinned by our values and behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.
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