3. Associate Director - Commercial Risks
About the role
Insurance Broking offers the opportunity to build business networking, maintain strong relationships between clients and insurers, and solve a variety of problems. The role involves setting clients free from risk by securing the best coverage they might not be aware of, providing a deep sense of accomplishment after each deal.
Career progression
There is clear career progression in this role. In three years, the goal is to become a more independent specialist whom others can seek for guidance, as well as to mentor junior staff and take on leadership responsibilities.
Benefits of the industry
- Widens horizons by interacting with people from diverse industries
- Constantly meeting new people, ideal for those who enjoy communication
- Opportunity to build a strong professional network
- Sense of accomplishment from solving client risks and closing deals
Qualifications and background
The role does not require a degree directly related to insurance or finance; a background in Chinese and Literature was the original field of study. However, studying Finance or Insurance at university could provide helpful preparation for the role.
Previous experience as an intern at a global broker firm was instrumental in starting the Insurance Broking journey, leading to a permanent position after graduation.