Chief Strategy & Market Intell Officer

Munich Re • Hartford, CT

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Strategy and Market Intelligence Officer (CSMIO) will serve as a pivotal member of the Portfolio Risk Solution (PRS) Leadership Team. CSMIO will shape the strategic vision, drive business growth, deliver actionable market insights and foster deep product knowledge with client companies to position the organization as a leader in the specialty reinsurance industry. Reporting directly to the President of Portfolio Risk Solutions, the CSMIO will lead various functions - strategy formulation and execution, business unit process optimization, market insights on competition, clients and ecosystem, and client engagement and education. This role integrates multi-disciplinary functions, fosters innovation, and positions the organization as a leader in the specialty reinsurance markets. By fostering effective communication and coordination, the role collaborates with internal teams, other HSB divisions, Munich Re/GSI divisions, clients, and partners to identify and capitalize on opportunities for growth, innovation, and differentiation in the market.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in insurance, reinsurance or related fields with focus on Specialty Insurance influencing and collaborating with senior level staff
• 7+ years of experience managing or leading complex, cross-functional projects.
• 7+ years of experience in influencing and collaborating with senior and executive-level stakeholders.
• 7+ years of experience navigating and executing within complex organizations, including matrixed or global structure.
• Visionary leadership with the ability to inspire teams, influence stakeholders, and navigate ambiguity in fast-paced environments.
• Strong strategic and analytical mindset, synthesizing data, and insights into actionable strategies.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, fostering trust with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and address the needs of diverse stakeholders, balancing business objectives with customer and partner expectations.
• Commitment to living and demonstrating the teams’ mission, vision, and values in all aspects of work.
• Tech savviness and entrepreneurial mindset with intellectual curiosity to experiment and learn innovative technologies.
• Ability to think strategically and function tactically.
• Demonstrated commitment to DEI principles and fostering inclusive workplaces.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced degree preferred in Business, Insurance or related discipline

Responsibilities

• Shape the strategic vision
• Drive business growth
• Deliver actionable market insights
• Foster deep product knowledge with client companies
• Lead strategy formulation and execution
• Lead business unit process optimization
• Lead market insights on competition, clients and ecosystem
• Lead client engagement and education
• Integrate multi-disciplinary functions
• Foster innovation
• Collaborate with internal teams, other HSB divisions, Munich Re/GSI divisions, clients, and partners to identify and capitalize on opportunities for growth, innovation, and differentiation in the market.

Benefits

• We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day.
• We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees