Senior Aviation Insurance Broker | South Africa, Johannesburg

Job Description

A leading, fast-growing global insurance and risk advisory platform is looking to appoint a Senior Aviation Broker to drive the development of its aviation portfolio across South Africa and broader African markets.

This role offers exposure to complex, international aviation placements, working with airlines, charter operators, airports, and aviation service providers.

You will be joining a business with a global footprint across 40+ countries, operating at the intersection of insurance, logistics, and broader risk solutions — providing a uniquely diversified platform for aviation risk advisory.

Why This Role is Different

This is not a traditional broking role.

You will be stepping into an environment that offers:

Entrepreneurial platform - Real autonomy to build and grow an aviation portfolio, not just manage one.

Global exposure - Work with international insurers, markets, and cross-border placements.

Growth trajectory - A business actively scaling across Africa and internationally, creating real career progression opportunities.

Diverse risk ecosystem - Access to clients across aviation, logistics, commodities, and complex risk environments.

Innovation-led environment - A forward-thinking business leveraging technology and data to enhance decision-making and client outcomes.

Meritocratic culture - Performance-driven environment where impact is recognised and rewarded.

Key Responsibilities

Structure and place complex aviation insurance programmes in local and international markets Advise clients on aviation risk exposures, coverage structures, and regulatory requirements Build and grow a portfolio of aviation clients across Africa Develop strong relationships with airlines, operators, airports, and aviation service providers Engage with international underwriters and specialist aviation insurers Lead renewals, negotiations, and coverage optimisation strategies Provide claims support and advocacy for aviation-related incidents

What We’re Looking For

8–12 years’ experience in insurance broking, with strong aviation exposure Proven experience placing aviation risks in international markets Strong relationships with aviation insurers and underwriters Commercially driven with a track record in business development Deep technical understanding of aviation insurance structures Ability to operate in a high-performance, growth-focused environment

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for a broker who:

Wants to move beyond a traditional broking environment Is motivated by building something, not just maintaining it Seeks international exposure and complexity Thrives in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial business

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If you’re interested in exploring this opportunity, apply via the link or reach out for a confidential discussion.