Reinsurance Manager - Non Life (Cell Captive)

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

We are looking for a Reinsurance Manager – Non-Life (Cell Captive) to join our client based in Sandton on a permanent basis.

POSITION INFO:

What you will be doing:

• Lead and manage the non-life reinsurance division, including reinsurance accounting and claims support functions
• Drive the delivery of optimised reinsurance solutions aligned to business and client strategies
• Structure and implement reinsurance programmes for cell captive clients
• Negotiate renewals and new business with reinsurers and brokers
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of reinsurance contracts
• Collate underwriting data and compile risk profiles and CRESTA aggregates
• Produce quarterly portfolio performance reports, including claims analysis, pricing methodologies, and underwriting insights
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, clients, reinsurers, and brokers
• Conduct regular stakeholder engagements to ensure effective communication and reporting
• Monitor developments in the reinsurance market and assess impacts on partner security and business strategy
• Contribute to statutory reporting, regulatory input, and audit requirements
• Ensure adherence to reinsurance guidelines, governance, and compliance frameworks
• Produce monthly management reports and monitor key risk indicators
• Support business growth by enhancing internal reinsurance capability and reducing reliance on external providers
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams where required
• Play a key succession role, being developed to take over as Head of Reinsurance within the next 3 years

What we are looking for:

• Relevant degree and insurance qualification
• FAIS compliant
• 10+ years’ experience within the insurance or reinsurance industry
• Experience in the cell captive environment is advantageous
• Strong understanding of reinsurance markets, UMAs, and general insurance sectors
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and solution-driven mindset
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and perform under pressure
• High attention to detail and strong governance mindset
• Alignment to company values: Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Diversity, and Innovation