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Head of Reinsurance

Network RecruitmentJohannesburg, South Africa

19 days ago

Job description

This is a senior opportunity to lead the Life Reinsurance function for a forward-thinking insurance group with a presence across South Africa and Mauritius. You'll be the strategic driver behind treaty structuring, reinsurance placement, and executive-level advisory, while guiding a team of specialists in a fast-paced and commercially driven environment.

Your work will directly influence risk appetite, capital optimisation, and profitability. You'll engage with internal stakeholders across actuarial, underwriting, and finance, and manage key reinsurer relationships across two regional markets.

Whats In It For You? :

Executive-level influence on the reinsurance strategy
High-visibility role with exposure to group leadership
Autonomy to shape treaty structures and drive innovation
Join a team that values strategic thinking, leadership, and collaboration

Key Responsibilities :

Lead the structuring, pricing, negotiation, and placement of life reinsurance treaties

Define and execute the reinsurance strategy aligned to group business goals

Advise executive leadership on market developments and capital efficiency

Manage reinsurer relationships and collaborate cross-functionally across regions

Job Experience and Skills Required :

Education : Bachelors Degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, or a related field

Qualifications : Qualified Actuary, CA(SA), or equivalent (advantageous)

Experience :

Minimum 7 years in life reinsurance or insurance

Deep experience with treaty structuring (e.g., quota share, surplus, and excess of loss)

Skills :

Strong financial and actuarial modelling

Negotiation and stakeholder engagement

Commercial strategy with technical expertise

Team leadership across multiple functions

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Head Of Reinsurance • Johannesburg, South Africa