Head of Reinsurance

Recruiter:

Psybergate (Pty) LTD

Job Ref:

PR000734/RN

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.

We are looking for a Head of Reinsurance to join our client based in Sandton on a permanent role.

POSITION INFO:

What you will be doing:

Lead negotiations for reinsurance treaties and risk-sharing arrangements, including structuring, pricing, and terms.
Act as a senior contributor to the execution of company reinsurance strategy in alignment with business objectives and risk appetite.
Advise executive management on reinsurance structures, market conditions, and risk transfer options.
Perform experience investigations on reinsurance portfolios and provide risk and profitability management recommendations.
Understand clients’ needs and ensure those needs are met.
Contribute to technical reinsurance management, including monthly reporting and interpretation of reinsurance agreements.
Build and maintain strong relationships with reinsurers and clients.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (actuarial, underwriting, claims, finance, legal, compliance, risk) to ensure effective execution of reinsurance arrangements.
Enforce policies, procedures, and controls related to reinsurance activities.
Manage the performance and development of direct reports.

What we are looking for:

Degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, or related field.
Nearly or newly qualified Actuary, CA, or equivalent qualification advantageous.
Extensive knowledge of reinsurance arrangements (treaty and facultative) and structures (quota share, surplus, excess of loss, etc.).
At least 7 years’ relevant experience in the life insurance/reinsurance industry.
Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
Strong analytical, financial, and actuarial modelling skills.
Strategic thinker able to balance risk, growth, and cost.
Team management and stakeholder engagement abilities.
High integrity and strong decision-making skills.

Please note if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

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