CEO, European MGA — Scale an InsurTech Leader (Hybrid)

Brightwater Executive; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightwater Executive seeks a CEO to lead and scale a fast-scaling global Insurtech MGA in Ireland. You will own day-to-day leadership across underwriting, operations, and financial stewardship with full P&L responsibility, reporting to the board and regulators.

The role requires a senior non-life insurance professional with PCF experience, cross-border governance, and a proven track record of scaling businesses in Europe, the UK, and the US.

Qualifications

• Senior non-life insurance professional with PCF experience and 5+ years in operations/underwriting/commercial strategy.
• Experience running a regulated MGA or insurance intermediary; Central Bank authorisation is a plus.
• Strong governance, vendor management, and cross-border stakeholder engagement.
• ACII/FCII/APA or equivalent and a 3rd level business degree.
• Proven P&L ownership and commercial scaling experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth, strategy, and performance across MGA, including distribution and partnerships.
• Engage with regulators, shareholders, and vendors with clear reporting.
• Oversee market positioning, innovation, and competitive disruption in Europe, UK, and US.
• Ensure robust risk management and governance in a fast-moving, regulated environment.

Skills

PCF experience

P&L ownership

Commercial leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Digital change management

Cross-regional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree / 3rd level business degree

ACII

FCII

APA or equivalent

Job description

Brightwater Executive seeks a CEO to lead and scale a fast-scaling global Insurtech MGA in Ireland. You will own day-to-day leadership across underwriting, operations, and financial stewardship with full P&L responsibility, reporting to the board and regulators.

The role requires a senior non-life insurance professional with PCF experience, cross-border governance, and a proven track record of scaling businesses in Europe, the UK, and the US.