Ceded Reinsurance Placement Officer

Avencia Consulting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and forward-thinking (re)insurance group is seeking an experienced Ceded Reinsurance Specialist to lead Marine and Energy programmes. This role involves managing placement processes, liaising with internal teams and external partners, and possessing a strong reinsurance background. It's an exciting opportunity for career growth in a supportive, ambitious environment.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in a ceded reinsurance purchasing role, preferably in the London market.
• Strong grasp of reinsurance concepts, contract wording, and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the placement of Marine and Energy reinsurance programmes.
• Manage end-to-end placement processes and liaise with external Brokers and Reinsurers.
• Structure and recommend reinsurance purchases and negotiate optimal cover.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative mindset

Education

Experience in ceded reinsurance purchasing

Technical understanding of Marine and Energy reinsurance

Job description

Job Description

A dynamic and forward-thinking (re)insurance group is seeking an experienced Ceded Reinsurance Specialist to join its growing team.

In this role, you will lead the placement of Marine and Energy reinsurance programmes, while also supporting other lines of business as needed. Working closely with internal teams including Underwriting, Actuarial, Claims, and Operations, you will manage end-to-end placement processes and liaise with external Brokers and Reinsurers.

Key responsibilities include structuring and recommending reinsurance purchases, analysing proposals, negotiating optimal cover, and supporting ongoing project initiatives. A strong grasp of reinsurance concepts, contract wording, and market dynamics is essential.

The ideal candidate will have solid experience in a ceded reinsurance purchasing role—preferably in the London market—with a technical understanding of Marine and Energy reinsurance. Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, along with a collaborative mindset and attention to detail, are crucial.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment while developing your expertise across multiple business lines. If you're looking to grow your reinsurance career within a supportive and ambitious team, we’d love to hear from you.