PpThis is a rare opportunity to sit at the heart of one of the world's leading reinsurance organisations — orchestrating how underwriting strategy is activated, communicated, and delivered at the highest level. If you are a change and programme leader who knows how to move people, build momentum, and make complex strategy land with clarity and conviction, this role was built for you. /ph3About the Role /h3pAs Group Underwriting Office Head, you are the operational and strategic anchor behind Swiss Re's Group Underwriting function, reporting directly to the Group Chief Underwriting Officer (GCUO) and serving as a member of the Underwriting Leadership Team. You will ensure effective leadership execution, coordination, and delivery across priorities. The role combines operational leadership of the GCUO Office with strategic change management, cross-functional initiative leadership, executive narrative development, and people leadership. /ppIt is focused on underwriting leadership alignment and strategic narrative development rather than external or corporate communications activities. /ph3Key Responsibilities: /h3h3Leadership Office Operational Excellence /h3pbManage the operational rhythm /b of the underwriting leadership function, including governance forums, leadership meetings, and committee structures /ppbDrive action tracking and follow-through /b, ensuring decisions made at the top translate into coordinated delivery across the function /ppbManage budget planning and resource oversight /b for the GCUO Office /ppbServe as a trusted advisor and sounding board /b to the GCUO, bringing structure, judgment, and strategic clarity /pullibLead, coach, and develop a high-performing team /b, setting clear objectives and creating an environment where people grow and deliver /lilibFoster a delivery-oriented, collaborative culture /b built on accountability and high standards /li /ulh3Strategic Change Transformation /h3ullibSupport the definition and execution /b of underwriting strategic priorities and transformation initiatives /lilibTranslate strategic direction into implementation plans /b and actionable execution roadmaps /lilibCoordinate cross-functional change initiatives /b across underwriting and adjacent functions with clarity and momentum /lilibDrive stakeholder alignment, strategic messaging, and change narratives /b that land with impact /lilibMonitor implementation progress /b and support delivery against strategic objectives /li /ulh3Underwriting Projects Strategic Initiatives /h3ullibLead underwriting-related projects, reviews, and thematic deep dives /b on behalf of the GCUO /lilibStructure ambiguous, complex topics /b into clear workstreams and executive-ready outputs /lilibCoordinate contributors /b across underwriting leadership to ensure cohesive, on-time delivery /li /ulh3Executive Narrative Board-Level Content /h3ullibLead the development and coordination /b of underwriting narratives, presentations, and materials for senior leadership and Board-level discussions /lilibEnsure strategic relevance, /b consistency, and alignment of content across underwriting /lilibShape executive narratives /b and strategic messaging for clarity and impact /lilibSupport the GCUO /b in preparing for key leadership and governance engagements /li /ulh3About the Team /h3pYou will be joining bGroup Underwriting /b a function with a clear and ambitious mission: to shape Swiss Re's underwriting portfolio to maximise long-term financial performance, aligned with our risk, capital, and sustainability objectives. /ppWe are equally committed to building the underwriting capabilities of the future — investing in talent through structured career learning paths, targeted training programmes, and fostering a connected, high-performing underwriting community across Swiss Re. When you join this team, you become part of a function that is as focused on people and the long game as it is on results today. /ph3About You /h3pYou are a rare blend of strategic thinker, programme leader, and master communicator. You know how to read a room, activate the right stakeholders, and build the momentum needed to make change happen in complex organisations. You bring the discipline of an experienced programme manager, the instincts of a seasoned change leader, and the craft of someone who knows how to make strategy resonate in a boardroom. You lead with presence, build trust at senior levels quickly, and take pride in developing the people around you. /ph3We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements: /h3ullibSignificant experience in change management, programme leadership, and transformation roles /b ideally within insurance, reinsurance, or financial services /lilibDemonstrated ability to activate and align senior stakeholders /b, with a track record of moving complex organisations through change /lilibProven experience developing board-level and executive committee materials /b, with exceptional ability to craft and deliver strategic narratives that land with impact /lilibStrong people leadership experience /b, including coaching and developing teams to communicate and perform at a senior level /lilibDeep understanding of underwriting business dynamics /b /li /ulh3These are additional nice to haves: /h3ulliExperience in a Chief of Staff, DOO, or equivalent leadership office role at Group or C-suite level /liliFamiliarity with reinsurance business models, underwriting cycles, and portfolio management /li /ulpFor Switzerland, the base salary range for this position is between 160,000 CHF and 240,000 CHF for a full-time role. /ppThe specific salary offered considers: /pulliThe requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role /liliThe applicant's own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills and experience /li /ulpIn the situation where you do not meet all the requirements or you significantly exceed these, the offered salary may be below or above the advertised range. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for additional rewards and benefits including an attractive performance-based annual bonus. /ppbOur company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week. /b /ph3About Swiss Re /h3pSwiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 15,000 employees across the world. /ppOur success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability. /ppIf you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience. /ppWe may use AI-powered tools to support the review and evaluation of applications for this position. These tools provide additional insights to our recruitment teams, but all hiring decisions are carefully reviewed and made by people. To learn more about how we use AI in recruitment and how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Statement before applying. /ppStart your career journey with Swiss Re. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr