Aerospace & Aviation Leader

About the role

Marsh is looking for a leader to head its aviation and aerospace practice across Africa, based in Cape Town on a hybrid basis with at least three days a week in the office. The role leads the practice's direct retail relationships with key aviation accounts, manages the aviation P&L and drives growth and profitability.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the aviation and aerospace practice across Africa and set up direct retail relationships with key aviation accounts
• Manage the aviation P&L, including forecasting, budgeting and pipeline management
• Build a growth strategy for key African markets and sectors, and drive new business aligned with the Africa Aviation growth plan
• Combine Marsh broking with Oliver Wyman consulting, Marsh Re placement and Mercer talent solutions, and coordinate risk engineers, consultants and specialists
• Support and coordinate existing Marsh offices and network partners, and develop local insurance market engagement
• Embed aviation consulting in account management, using data and analytics, and oversee complex accounts including placement facilities and Fastrack

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; ACII or Insurance Diploma is a strong advantage
• 10+ years of experience in aviation insurance
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Strong communication, presentation and training skills; energetic, self-motivated and result-oriented
• Proven success in business development, new client acquisition and revenue growth in professional services or insurance
• Experience building and leading teams, and with partner networks and ecosystem models

Required skills

• MS Office
• Audit methods and internal control concepts, and assessment of business and technology risks
• Knowledge of aviation sub-sectors (airlines, general aviation, airports, MROs, lessors, etc.) and industry topics such as cyber, supply chain and climate resilience
• Data and analytics, including registered fleet and airport data

What we offer

• Professional development opportunities and supportive leaders
• An inclusive, vibrant culture and a range of career opportunities
• Benefits and rewards to support well-being