Global Insurance & Risk Strategy Lead

Refresco; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension fully paid by employer

28 days holiday

Learning & development opportunities

OpenUp access

Modern office near Rotterdam

Commuting allowance

Regular events and Wellbeing Week

Job summary

Refresco seeks a Group Insurance Manager to build and professionalise its global insurance function from the Rotterdam HQ. You will shape how insurance and risk management are organized across Europe, North America and Australia, partnering with senior leaders, brokers and insurers while visiting production sites to stay connected to the business.

You will own the global portfolio, lead renewals, and drive risk-based decisions, balancing protection with cost efficiency and alignment to corporate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Law or related.
• 8+ years of experience in international corporate insurance or risk management.
• Strong understanding of corporate insurance solutions and European markets.
• Experience in manufacturing environment (FMCG or food & beverage) preferred.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills; pragmatic mindset.
• Certifications such as FERMA Rimap, CII or CPCU are advantageous.
• Fluency in English.
• Willingness to travel 15-20% across Europe.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimize Refresco's global insurance portfolio across Europe, North America and Australia, balancing risk protection, continuity and cost.
• Lead the annual insurance renewal process end-to-end.
• Develop and implement Refresco's global insurance strategy, policies and Group Risk Manual.
• Identify and assess operational, financial and strategic risks with cross-functional partners.
• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders, brokers and insurers as the business partner for insurance matters.
• Visit manufacturing sites to understand operational risks and support loss prevention.
• Oversee insurance claims across European units and drive reductions in losses.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, governance and internal standards; monitor market developments.
• Manage budgets, premiums and broker relationships to optimize costs.

Skills

Insurance strategy

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Project leadership

Site visits

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Finance or Risk Management

Job description

Refresco seeks a Group Insurance Manager to build and professionalise its global insurance function from the Rotterdam HQ. You will shape how insurance and risk management are organized across Europe, North America and Australia, partnering with senior leaders, brokers and insurers while visiting production sites to stay connected to the business.

You will own the global portfolio, lead renewals, and drive risk-based decisions, balancing protection with cost efficiency and alignment to corporate