Head of Ceded Reinsurance

Travelers

Head of Ceded Reinsurance leading strategy and relationships for Travelers in London. Driving risk appetite, placing and managing reinsurance programmes with internal and external stakeholders.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing reinsurance strategies that align with corporate objectives, while effectively managing broker relationships and leading a high-performing team. Proficient in reinsurance programme design, negotiation, and capital modelling to optimize enterprise growth and profitability.

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Reinsurance Strategy DevelopmentReinsurance Programme DesignBroker Relationship ManagementCapital Modelling ExpertiseLeadership and Team Development

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Hard Skills

Reinsurance PlacementTreaty and Facultative ReinsuranceNegotiation of Terms and ConditionsUnderstanding of London Market ProcessesStrategic Leadership in Reinsurance

Soft Skills

Communication with Business UnitsThought LeadershipMentoring and Coaching

Certifications & Qualifications

ACII Qualification

Industry Keywords

Global Property and Casualty InsuranceReinsurance Market ConditionsCapital OptimisationUnderwriting StrategiesReinsurance Industry Panels

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives.
Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals.
Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy.
Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation.
Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally.
Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets.
Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels.
Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives.
Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies.
Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency.
Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company.
Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership.
Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business.
Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems.
Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships.
Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy.
University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field).
ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction.
Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution.
Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year.
Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs.
Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.