Richemont Head of Group Insurance

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Executive
Posted
Jul 10, 2026

About Richemont

Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.

Richemont Head of Group Insurance – Bellevue. Lead strategic insurance and risk management across the global luxury conglomerate.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the group's comprehensive insurance strategy and risk management framework
  • Oversee procurement, negotiation, and management of global insurance policies across all business lines
  • Monitor and optimise insurance coverage, deductibles, and retention levels to balance risk and cost
  • Manage insurance claims processes and liaise with brokers and underwriters
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal governance standards across all jurisdictions
  • Prepare regular reports and recommendations to senior leadership on insurance performance and emerging risks
  • Lead and mentor the insurance and risk management team

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, risk management, or related field
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in corporate or group insurance management
  • Proven expertise in international insurance procurement and claims administration
  • Strong understanding of luxury sector risk profiles and regulatory environments
  • Experience managing large, complex insurance programmes across multiple geographies
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Skills

Insurance policy analysis and procurement Risk assessment and mitigation International regulatory compliance Financial acumen and budget management Stakeholder management Claims management Strategic planning Leadership and team management

Experience

Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in corporate or group insurance management, with substantial exposure to multi-jurisdictional operations and complex insurance programmes.

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, risk management, law, or a related discipline. Advanced qualifications (MBA, CRM, ACII, or equivalent professional certification) are advantageous.

Workplace

The role is situated in Bellevue, Washington, USA — conveniently close to Seattle.

Culture

Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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Richemont

Richemont Head of Group Insurance

Bellevue, USA

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