Edwar Sayegh
About Edwar Sayegh
Edwar Sayegh is the Head of Delivery - Operations, Technology, Credit Lines & Underwriting at QBE Insurance in Sydney, Australia, where he has worked since 2019. With over 20 years of experience in the Financial Services sector, he has held various leadership roles at QBE Insurance and BT Financial Group, focusing on team growth and strategic execution.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Edwar Sayegh has been serving as the Head of Delivery - Operations, Technology, Credit Lines & Underwriting at QBE Insurance since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the delivery of operations and technology initiatives related to credit lines and underwriting processes. Prior to this position, he held various roles within QBE, including Head of Technology for Intermediary Distribution and Head of Technology for Commercial Lines. His experience within the company spans several years, contributing to strategic technology implementations aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at BT Financial Group
Before joining QBE Insurance, Edwar Sayegh worked at BT Financial Group for over a decade. His roles included Senior Database Administrator and Database Manager within Business Technology Services, where he managed database systems and technology support. He also held managerial positions in Marketing and Investment Solutions, Superannuation Technology, and Corporate Systems. His tenure at BT Financial Group provided him with extensive experience in technology management and strategic planning within the financial services sector.
Education and Expertise
Edwar Sayegh earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering from UNSW Australia, completing his studies from 1994 to 1997. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in technology and operations within the financial services industry. With over 20 years of experience, he has developed expertise in strategic planning, execution, and technology management, particularly in the Banking, Insurance, and Wealth Management sectors.
Leadership Style and Team Development
Edwar Sayegh focuses on fostering a purposeful environment that promotes team growth and individual success. He employs a pragmatic, solution-oriented, and collaborative leadership style. His approach has successfully driven positive employee engagement within the technology function at QBE by aligning staff roles with organizational strategy and objectives. This commitment to team development enhances overall productivity and morale within the workplace.