Chief Business Officer (CBO) - Insurance & Investments

About the role

The Chief Business Officer (CBO) leads business development, commercial growth, strategic partnerships and business performance across the organization's insurance and investment operations. The role identifies new revenue opportunities, expands market presence, develops strategic alliances, launches new products and services and drives sustainable growth and profitability across multiple markets and business units.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute business strategies, growth plans and commercial initiatives.
• Identify new markets, revenue streams, investment opportunities and expansion initiatives.
• Build relationships with insurance providers, banks, brokers, institutional investors, asset managers and financial institutions.
• Drive insurance product development, distribution, market penetration, policy acquisition and premium growth.
• Develop investment business models and expand wealth management, asset management and institutional investment services.
• Lead business development, sales and commercial activities to meet revenue, profitability and market-share targets.
• Explore new geographical markets, customer segments, distribution channels and strategic alliances.
• Monitor business performance, revenue forecasts, commercial budgets and investment returns with finance and investment teams.
• Work closely with the CEO, COO, CFO, CCO and other senior executives.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Marketing or a related field; MBA or master's degree preferred.
• Typically 12-18+ years of experience in business development, insurance, investments, financial services or corporate leadership.
• Proven track record of generating revenue, building strategic alliances and managing large-scale initiatives.
• Experience with senior executives, institutional clients, investors and financial institutions.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of insurance products, investment services, financial markets and business development models.
• Strategic planning, negotiation, leadership, financial analysis and stakeholder management.