A well-established captive reinsurance company, part of a large international industrial group, is looking to appoint an Independent Board Members to strengthen its Board of Directors and ensure continued compliance with Swiss regulatory requirements.

About the Company

The company operates as a captive reinsurance vehicle supporting the global risk management strategy of its parent group.

Zurich (Switzerland): Finance, accounting, and executive functions (regulated environment)
International operations: Underwriting, Claims, and Loss Prevention handled externally
Structure: Lean, high-impact team based in Zurich

The Role

As an Independent Board Member, you will:

Provide strategic oversight on financial, risk, and governance topics
Participate in Board and Committee meetings (Audit and/or Risk)
Ensure robust governance and regulatory compliance
Challenge and support executive management on key decisions
Bring expertise in reinsurance and captive structures
Attend approximately 4 to 5 Board meetings per year in Zurich, as well as 1 meeting in South America per year

Profile

We are looking for senior professionals with:

Strong experience in reinsurance and/or captive insurance
Solid understanding of capital, risk, and regulatory frameworks
Previous Board experience or exposure to governance at senior level
Background within regulated environments (ideally Switzerland)
Exposure to industrial or energy sectors is a plus

Languages

English required
Spanish and German strongly preferred
French, Italian is an asset

Contract

Non-executive Board position
Annual compensation aligned with Board and Committee participation

Why Join

Strategic position within a global group’s captive reinsurance structure
Direct involvement in cross-border governance
Opportunity to contribute at Board level in a focused, agile environment

If of interest, feel free to reach out directly or share your CV for a confidential discussion.

Independent Board Member (Reinsurance / Captive) (M/F)