Head Compliance P&C & L&H Re EMEA (80-100% working degree)
Leadership
1. Plan for required budget, FTEs, and skills for the EMEA Compliance Reinsurance team
2. Manage and develop talent within the EMEA region
3. Develop Compliance Plan and monitor delivery for the respective activities
4. Provide updates on relevant topics for senior management, EMEA stakeholders, and audit committee reporting
5. Promote and participate in strategic planning and execution, including improvements to the Compliance Programme & overall Reinsurance Compliance delivery and vision
Client-facing compliance
1. Establish relationships with senior management in Reinsurance EMEA
2. Perform detailed risk assessments for developing a Compliance risk heat map and allocate planning and assurance resources appropriately
3. Assess and report compliance risk exposure of clients, regions, and Legal Entities
4. Provide compliance guidance to clients (implementation of policies, best practices, processes, controls, business decision evaluations, and project support)
5. Monitor regulatory changes to ensure adherence and adequate mitigation
6. Develop and maintain local policies in coordination with the global policy framework and support the development of global policies
7. Develop and deliver training in coordination with the global team
8. Identify and report issues, losses, incidents, and provide remediation recommendations
9. Perform investigations in coordination with the Assurance team
10. Support the Integrated Assurance Framework in collaboration with Group Internal Audit and Risk Management
11. Serve as formal Officer for regulated and unregulated entities as required
About the Team
The Head Compliance P&C & L&H Re EMEA reports to the Head Compliance P&C & L&H Reinsurance (Zurich based) and will be based in London or Zurich, with team members in Bratislava, Cape Town, London, and Zurich. The role will have 7 direct reports, supporting local offices across multiple jurisdictions in EMEA.
About You
The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills for effective collaboration across teams and stakeholders. They should demonstrate strategic thinking and planning abilities, with a proven capacity to develop and implement long-term solutions.
We would like you to have:
* University or equivalent qualification
* Extensive compliance, audit, or risk management experience, preferably in insurance or financial services
* Solid understanding of control processes and systems
* Strong ability to identify risks and assess process controls
* Strong project management and analytical skills
* Prior team management experience
* Excellent written and spoken English; additional languages are desirable
* Experience in the insurance industry across multiple jurisdictions is an advantage
If you're ready to demonstrate leadership, collaborate across the company, and delve into technical topics when needed, you'll thrive in this role!
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About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is a leading provider of reinsurance, insurance, and risk transfer solutions, committed to making the world more resilient. We manage risks from natural catastrophes, climate change, to cybercrime, leveraging experience, innovation, and expertise. With over 14,000 employees worldwide, we foster an inclusive culture that encourages diverse perspectives and innovative thinking. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities to grow professionally, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, or other characteristics. We promote a flexible, authentic work environment where passion for sustainability thrives.
We welcome experienced professionals returning to the workforce after a career break to apply for suitable roles.
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