Vice President, Insurance Solutions

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Location Hong Kong - 8 Finance Street, Two IFC, 61/F, Suites 6109-12 Business - Global Client Group Brookfield is one of the world’s largest alternative asset managers, distinguished by a 100+ year heritage of owning and operating assets and businesses that form the backbone of the global economy. Brookfield’s Global Client Group provides insights and solutions designed to meet the evolving need s of a diverse group of investors around the world. GCG also manages institutional relationships, strategic partnerships and raises capital for Brookfield’s various private funds and Affiliate Managers. Brookfield Culture Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture. We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader: Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined. Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses. Job Description Purpose of the role: The Vice President, Global Insurance Solutions will be responsible for engaging with and developing solutions for insurance companies predominantly in Asia Pacific, with the goal of growing our insurance client base and insurance-related assets under management in partnership with our relationship management colleagues. Overview of team: The Brookfield Global Insurance Solutions team is responsible for growing the firm’s third-party insurance client segment. This includes serving as the subject matter experts on insurance objectives and constraints, setting the firm’s growth strategy alongside regional business leaders, building and structuring strategies and solutions to meet client needs, and managing and deepening relationships across the globe. The insurance segment is a strategic growth segment for Brookfield and has team members located in New York, London, and Hong Kong. Responsible for: Regulatory and rating agency expertise Serve as the Asia Pacific subject matter expert on regulatory capital frameworks governing insurer investment decisions, including Hong Kong RBC, Singapore RBC, and the variants of ICS adopted in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan, along with IFRS and market-specific financial reporting treatment of the asset classes Brookfield manages. Monitor regulatory, accounting, and rating agency developments across the Asia Pacific, assess the implications for insurance investors and for Brookfield's product set, and communicate them clearly to internal stakeholders. Act as the internal reference point on how a given strategy consumes capital, is treated for financial reporting, and fits within an insurer's ALM, liquidity, rating, and other constraints. Product strategy and positioning Partner with product, portfolio management and fundraise management colleagues to assess which Brookfield strategies are best suited to insurers in each market in Asia Pacific, and what adjustments in vehicle, structure, or packaging would improve their fit. There will be opportunities to support the existing team with the development of structured solutions, including the structuring, rating agency process, and portfolio rationale. Build and maintain the analytical work that supports product positioning — capital efficiency comparisons, peer and competitor analysis, and assessments of how Brookfield's offering compares to the alternatives. Contribute to the insurance product roadmap by identifying gaps between insurer demand and Brookfield's current platform. Supporting capital formation Develop and maintain the technical content the capital formation teams rely on: positioning materials, talking points, case studies and responses to recurring insurer questions. Educate Global Client Group colleagues and other internal stakeholders on insurance client needs, constraints and vocabulary, so that coverage teams can engage insurers credibly. Join client and consultant meetings as the technical expert at the request of capital formation colleagues. Quarterback technical insurance client due diligence requests through to resolution, serving as liaison between the Global Client Group, Client Relations, Portfolio Managers, Product Specialists, Legal, Accounting and Diligence Services. Contribute to thought leadership on the insurance market and represent Brookfield at insurance industry conferences and events. Collaborate with the Global Client Group, Client Relations and Portfolio Management to identify and drive improvements in insurance LP and consultant reporting. undefined Qualifications, Experience and Skills Experience 8–10+ years of relevant experience at an insurance company, insurance consultant or actuarial firm, rating agency, investment bank, or within an insurance solutions or insurance-focused investment group at an asset management firm. Deep knowledge of ALM, regulatory and accounting frameworks, and capital calculations for insurers domiciled in major Asia Pacific markets. Familiarity with European and US frameworks is a bonus and would support the Global team's work. Strong understanding of insurance investor interests — risk appetite, liquidity needs, capital and accounting constraints, and rating agency considerations — and the ability to translate that insight into investment solutions for insurance clients. Insurance portfolio construction experience, including how strategies and portfolios are optimized within a regulatory, rating agency and balance sheet framework. Fundamental understanding of the private and public asset classes managed by Brookfield, including infrastructure, real estate, private equity, and credit. Credibility in front of sophisticated institutional clients and consultants as a technical expert. Willingness to travel across Asia Pacific to support client meetings and attend industry conferences. Skills Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated aptitude for explaining technical concepts clearly and simply to non-technical internal and external audiences. The experience, maturity and credibility to represent the firm and speak confidently about markets, regulation and specific strategies. Intellectually curious, with the discipline to stay current on a fast-moving regulatory and rating agency landscape. A natural problem solver who independently identifies and recommends improvements. Highly resourceful, with sound judgment in responding to investor and internal requests. Team-oriented and service-minded, with a track record of making colleagues more effective. High attention to detail, strong organizational skills and unquestioned integrity. Able to excel in a demanding, fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest quality standards. Key Competencies Bachelor's degree required. MBA, CFA or actuarial credentials preferred. Spoken / written Mandarin, Cantonese, or Japanese a bonus. Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it. We do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit and business needs, without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. 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