Paolo Ferrarese

Director at Willis Towers Watson

United Arab Emirates

About

In 20 years work experience I have gained an extensive specialism in Financial Lines insurance and reinsurance. I have worked for over 15 years in the London market and recently relocated to Dubai with a wider regional remit.

Experience

  • Willis Limited (24 yrs 4 mos)
    • Regional Director
      Jan 2019 - Present · 7 yrs 6 mos

      In charge of Willis Towers Watson Financial Lines proposition (FI, IMI, D&O, PI, Cyber) for Middle East and North Africa Responsible for: - Set-up and development of the MENA Hub of Global Finex - Servicing of existing clients across the region - Supporting multinational clients with specific requirements in the regional jurisdictions - Growth strategy for acquisition of new clients and market share - Creation of a Finex community in the countries under my remit, knowledge sharing and assistance with local RFPs

    • Executive Director
      May 2009 - Dec 2018 · 9 yrs 8 mos

      In charge of a diverse portfolio of Italian Financial Institutions, managing retail clients and ceding companies with complex direct and reinsurance placements. Heading business development and placement for the Middle East and Africa region.

    • Divisional Director
      Apr 2004 - Apr 2009 · 5 yrs 1 mo

      SELA, Global Markets International and Finex International divisions. Responsible for the Italian Specie team and since 2006 for the Italian Financial Institutions team

  • Junior Underwriter at AXA Assicurazioni
    Sep 2000 - Apr 2001 · 8 mos

    Junior Underwriter of Corporate Accident and Health business with following tasks: - Liaison with brokers and approved agents and coverholders for quotation of complex accounts or special acceptance on standard risks - Collation of data related to all underwriting activity for presentation to management - Development of new standardised products for wholesale distribution.