Head of Insurance

Kronospan; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the wood products industry seeks a Head of Insurance to manage global insurance programs. The role involves negotiating with brokers, maintaining relationships, and ensuring optimal coverage for various risks. Candidates should have a strong background in insurance and be fluent in German and English.

Benefits

Attractive performance-based salary package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in international insurance business.
• Proven track record of handling global insurance programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage Kronospan's global insurance needs including Property Damage and Business Interruption.
• Lead negotiations with international Insurance Brokers.
• Participate in plant risk assessments globally.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship Management

Business Development

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Education

Industrial Engineering

Legal Background

Job description

Head of Insurance - HIIB

Contract type - Full-time

About Us

Hillwood International Insurance Brokers Ltd is the in-house Broker of Kronospan.

HIIB's core function is to actively manage the global insurance program of Kronospan by obtaining and negotiating the best insurance coverage, policy terms and conditions, and optimising premiums for existing and future insurance covers.

About Kronospan

Kronospan is the global leader in the production and distribution of wood products for the furniture, interior design and construction industries. Kronospan operates 41 production sites globally, delivering products in 123 countries with more than 14,000 employees.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• In-house Insurance Broker for Kronospan's global insurance needs including Property Damage and Business Interruption program, General Liability and Marine Open Cover.
• Contact person for all Kronospan entities and network of Brokers and Insurers.
• Leading negotiations, communication and co-ordination with international specialist Insurance Brokers and insurance/re-insurance companies.
• Promoting the Global Insurance Program of Kronospan in international Insurer and Broker forums including delivering presentations of insurable risks and requirements.
• Maintaining and developing relationships across international brokerage and insurance networks.
• Reviewing, optimising and agreeing to bind insurance policies and service contracts.
• Participating in plant risk assessments across the globe to garnish a thorough understanding of the manufacturing and ancillary operations of Kronospan to assist in risk surveys.
• Periodic reporting to the Company's Board of Directors whilst maintaining close contact with all internal stakeholders.
• General management and organisation of administrative aspects of the Company.

Requirements:

• A proven track record of handling global insurance programs for large industrial risks.
• Fluent in German and English.
• Strong business development and negotiation skills, and excellent relationship management skills.
• Industrial engineering background or legal background will be prioritised.
• Highly operational with attention to detail.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in international insurance business.

What We Offer

We are committed to rewarding achievement with an attractive performance-based salary package.

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