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SageSure

Manager, Ceded Reinsurance

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$91K - $120K/yr

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the business through supporting reinsurance placement strategy, structuring, cat bond and sidecar issuances, business planning ...

SageSure

Manager, Ceded Reinsurance

Chicago, IL · On-site

$91K - $120K/yr

Support some and lead other end-to-end reinsurance placements, including strategy, execution, and follow-through with brokers, internal teams, and executive leadership * Coordinate catastrophe bond ...

Howden Group

Reinsurance Broker Intern (MN)-1

Edina, MN · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Primary Responsibilities: * Assist with reinsurance placements and client initiatives * Assist in tracking reinsurance placements * Assist with the creation of client marketing materials * Perform ...

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What is the difference between Reinsurance Placement vs Reinsurance Underwriter?

AspectReinsurance PlacementReinsurance Underwriter
CredentialsTypically requires actuarial, insurance, or finance degrees; industry certificationsSimilar credentials, often with actuarial or underwriting certifications
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with brokers, clients, and underwriters; involved in negotiationsAnalyzes risks, assesses policies, and sets terms; works within insurance companies
Industry UsageCommonly used in brokerage and reinsurance marketsPrimarily within insurance and reinsurance companies
Search & Comparison IntentFocuses on placing reinsurance contracts effectivelyFocuses on evaluating and underwriting reinsurance risks

Reinsurance Placement and Reinsurance Underwriter roles are closely related, both requiring industry-specific knowledge and similar credentials. Placement specialists focus on negotiating and placing reinsurance contracts, while underwriters evaluate risks and determine policy terms. Understanding these distinctions helps professionals and employers identify the right expertise for specific reinsurance activities.

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Reinsurance Placement Analyst / Sr. Reinsurance Placement Analyst

Markel Corporation

Richmond, VA • On-site

$78K - $107K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Markel rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 309 rated insurance

Job description

What part will you play? If you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you've found it.
The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you'll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We're always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.Join us and play your part in something special!This role is part of the Ceded Reinsurance Placement team and is responsible for multiple treaty placements annually across various product lines, with full ownership of assigned reinsurance placements.
Job Responsibilities
  • Lead or assist with ceded reinsurance placements across product lines, including structuring, placement, and administration.
  • Partner with underwriting leadership to align reinsurance strategies with product offerings.
  • Build and maintain relationships with reinsurers and brokers.
  • Manage placement timelines and ensure timely, well-communicated renewals.
  • Ensure compliance with approved reinsurer lists and required documentation.
  • Coordinate and lead underwriting and/or claims audits.
  • Prepare submissions, including product overviews, contract wording, and data requirements.
  • Collaborate with Data & Analytics to validate data and identify trends.
  • Manage reinsurer inquiries and coordinate internal responses.
  • Ensure contracts reflect agreed terms, meet standards, and are executed on time.
  • Maintain compliance documentation (Risk Transfer, SOX, regulatory).
  • Prepare post-placement materials (treaty summaries, schematics, executive summaries).
  • Support internal education on reinsurance structures and strategy.
  • Update systems to support reporting and digitization.
  • Stay current on contract wording, regulatory changes, and market practices with Legal.
  • Partner with accounting/processing teams to ensure accurate treaty implementation.
  • Participate in special projects as needed.

Education
  • Bachelor's degree required

Certifications
  • ARE, CPCU, ARM preferred

Work Experience
  • Analyst: 3-5 years in insurance/reinsurance or broking preferred
  • Senior Analyst: 5+ years in insurance/reinsurance required
  • 1-2 years of reinsurance contract wording experience preferred at analyst level
  • 5+ years of reinsurance contract wording experience preferred at sr. analyst level
  • Title based on experience level

Core Competencies
  • Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills
  • Analytical knowledge of insurance, reinsurance accounting, and actuarial concepts
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and reporting tools
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and improve processes across teams
  • Understanding of reinsurance structures (XOL, RPP, Aggregate, QS) and contract wording
  • Catastrophe modeling knowledge preferred
  • Highly organized and deadline-driven

Work Environment
  • 5-15% travel depending on role and treaty placement needs

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US Work Authorization
US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.
Pay information:
The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. The national average salary range for the Reinsurance Placement Analyst is $62,400 - $85,800 with 12% incentive and the national average salary range for the Sr. Reinsurance Placement Analyst is $78,000 - $107,250 with 15% incentive.
Who we are:
Markel Group (NYSE - MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
We're all about people | We win together | We strive for better
We enjoy the everyday | We think further
What's in it for you:
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
  • We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees' needs at all stages of life.

  • All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.

  • We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.

Are you ready to play your part?
Choose 'Apply Now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
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  • All legitimate job postings with Markel will be posted on Markel Careers. No other URL should be trusted for job postings.

  • All legitimate communications with Markel recruiters will come from Markel.com email addresses.

We would also ask that you please report any job employment scams related to Markel to rarecruiting@markel.com.
Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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