P&C DACH Head of Underwriting & Growth

PartnerRe Ltd.; Zürich; On-site; CHF 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Collaboration with various partners

Equal opportunities employer

Job summary

PartnerRe Ltd. is seeking a Head of P&C DACH in Zürich, Switzerland. This role involves ownership of underwriting strategy and portfolio performance, with accountability for growth and client relationships in the DACH region.

The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing team, ensuring profitable growth and strong market presence while maintaining compliance and governance standards.

PartnerRe offers an international environment and a commitment to equal opportunities.

Qualifications

• Significant underwriting experience within reinsurance, focusing on the DACH market.
• Demonstrated success in managing a profitable portfolio and treaty negotiations.
• Fluency in German and English required; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute underwriting strategy for the DACH region.
• Lead and develop a high-performing underwriting team.
• Build relationships with cedants and brokers across the region.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Underwriting expertise

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Financial acumen

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

PartnerRe Ltd. is seeking a Head of P&C DACH in Zürich, Switzerland. This role involves ownership of underwriting strategy and portfolio performance, with accountability for growth and client relationships in the DACH region.

The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing team, ensuring profitable growth and strong market presence while maintaining compliance and governance standards.

PartnerRe offers an international environment and a commitment to equal opportunities.