Newtan Insurance Careers: 4 Key Roles - July 2025

Newton Insurance Limited has been a key player in the insurance industry since 2009. Previously operating under various brands, most recently UAP Solutions, the company has a growing presence in major regions, serving a diverse customer base. We are currently seeking experienced, visionary, and dynamic professionals to join our team.

Available Positions

1. Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO)

Key Responsibilities:

Align HR initiatives with business strategies through strategic branding.
Oversee Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, Performance Management, and Employee Initiatives.
Ensure compliance with all labor laws, HR regulations, and best practice standards.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes emotional intelligence and adaptability in high-pressure settings.

Qualifications:

Degree in Human Resource Management or a related field from a recognized institution; a postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
Certifications such as CIPD or CHRM are desirable.
Experience in a financial institution or busy corporate environment with a focus on HR trends and transformation.
Demonstrated experience in managing people, systems, and culture change for performance.

2. Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)

Key Responsibilities:

Design and lead revenue-generating strategies across multiple customer segments.
Drive business growth and operational efficiency.
Align commercial operations with strategic business plans.
Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory frameworks.
Oversee regulatory compliance and market expansion.

Qualifications:

Degree in Commerce (Economics and Marketing) or a related field from a reputable institution.
Postgraduate qualification in Strategic Management or equivalent from a recognized, accredited university.
Professional certification from the Chartered Insurance Institute (FCII/ACII) or equivalent international insurance designation.
Proven experience in the insurance, financial services, or related sectors, with at least 5 years in an executive role focused on strategy formulation and implementation.
Record of driving transformational growth, developing and executing strategic commercial plans across multiple geographies and customer segments.
Demonstrated ability to build high-performance teams, foster innovation, and lead organizational change with integrity, excellence, and vision.

3. Legal Counsel (In-House)

Key Responsibilities:

Provide legal advice to business functions to ensure compliance with local regulations and international standards.
Handle litigation and intellectual property protection.
Deliver compliance training across the organization.
Ensure timely and accurate contract turnaround.
Manage efficient dispute resolution and stakeholder satisfaction.
Conduct proactive risk assessment and mitigation.

Qualifications:

Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution; an LLM or Postgraduate Diploma in Law is an advantage.
Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania.
Experience in in-house legal roles, preferably in the insurance or financial services industries.
Strong integrity, business judgment, and strategic thinking.

4. Lead Business Analyst

Key Responsibilities:

Link IT solutions with business requirements for solution design, development, and implementation.
Analyze business processes to identify and implement business innovations for efficiency.
Align business needs with technology capabilities.
Monitor and communicate IT investment, costs, and value delivered to the business.

Qualifications:

Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
Experience in IT management within the general insurance industry is an added advantage.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Technical and professional skills in development languages such as PHP, Java, JavaScript, and Python to effectively engage with technical teams.
Familiarity with databases like MySQL and Oracle.
Ability to effectively engage with both technical teams and business stakeholders at all levels.