Product Lead Property, Insurance, Continental Europe

Join to apply for theProduct Lead Property, Insurance, Continental Europerole atSompo .Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Product Lead Property, Insurance, Continental Europe within our Chief Underwriting Office for Continental Europe. This position will report directly into the Head Product Development, Insurance, Continental Europe. It is a key role that will contribute to shaping and strengthening our Property product landscape, ranging from standardized to tailor‑made solutions. The role will focus on building and improving Property Lead capabilities for multinational insurance programmes written out of Continental Europe (CE), including developing and supporting product governance, coverage strategy and transactional underwriting at the regional level.Sompo is enhancing its Property value proposition for large corporate and mid‑market clients in Continental Europe. We are building an innovative and competitive Property insurance offering that addresses market needs, strengthens our client relationships, and attracts top talent in the industry. This is a strategic initiative with a clear focus on developing a robust product portfolio and governance framework for multinational insurance programs.Key ResponsibilitiesDeveloping and shaping the product and coverage strategy for multinational Property Lead insurance programmes, aligned with the regional risk appetite and in collaboration with the CE Head of Property & Energy and the CE Product Development department.Liaising with local CE country underwriting and Product Development colleagues to analyse and support new multinational Property Lead business opportunities.Providing guidance on product and policy language development, ensuring alignment with market and regulatory requirements.Establishing an efficient feedback loop with key stakeholders, particularly Claims, to continuously improve product performance and relevance.Delivering training on our Property Lead product and related governance framework to enhance internal capabilities.Building strong relationships with underwriters and stakeholders in Continental Europe and other regions to ensure consistency in coverage and to share market/product expertise.Monitoring market and legal developments, sharing insights and recommending actions to adapt to changes.Representing Sompo in client and broker meetings, including negotiations on wording and product aspects.Developing and maintaining form libraries, clause and endorsement banks and leading the digitalisation of the Property Lead product.What You’ll Bring7+ years of relevant experience in Property underwriting or other first‑party insurance lines, or as a Product Owner for a first‑party insurance product.Advanced knowledge of Property insurance coverage and multinational insurance programmes, including familiarity with FoS issues and local pools, schemes and mandatory coverage requirements.Proven experience in product development and the establishment of coverage guidance for first‑party insurance products.Experience in Energy and Construction insurance is a plus.A legal background in a Continental European jurisdiction is an advantage; ideally with expertise in EU/EEA insurance regulations.Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to influence senior stakeholders and build relationships across regions.Excellent communication skills in English; proficiency in other European languages is a plus.BenefitsExpansive Health & Wellness BenefitsGenerous Retirement & Savings PlansGlobal Parental Leave & Adoption AssistanceLocation This position will be based out of one of our Continental European offices, preferably Zurich. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long‑lasting careers.About Sompo Sompo is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We proudly are a multi‑racial, multi‑cultural, global enterprise. We foster an environment of ongoing, open dialogue between managers and their direct reports, and believe in an organizational environment where everyone belongs.Equal Opportunity Employer Sompo is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.Seniority level Mid‑Senior levelEmployment type Full‑timeJob function Product Management and Marketing InsuranceReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sompo by 2x#J-18808-Ljbffr