Head of Placement, Marsh Risk Germany

Company: Marsh Risk Description: Head of Placement, Marsh Risk Germany Executive leadership role: Translate and drive European Placement excellence across the German market The Role We seek a commercially minded Placement leader to drive the development and execution of the Placement strategy across Marsh Risk Germany, aligned with Global Placement and Marsh Europe priorities. Reporting to the Country CEO, with a dotted line to the Europe Placement Leader, you will be a member of the Marsh Risk Germany Executive Committee and will lead all German Placement activities, market strategy, carrier relationships, innovation and commercial performance. The role will translate the European Placement operating model into a fit-for-purpose Germany model, ensuring that German clients benefit from the full strength of Marsh's regional and global carrier relationships, facilities, portfolio solutions, digital capabilities and specialist Placement expertise. At the same time, the role will provide Europe with market intelligence and German client and carrier insight to inform regional strategy. Reporting & Leadership Context The Head of Placement, Marsh Risk Germany reports to the Country CEO, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Europe Placement Leader, and is a member of the Marsh Risk Germany Executive Committee. The role is expected to operate as an integral part of the European Placement leadership model, balancing local accountability with regional alignment and collaboration.

Placement Strategy & Market Leadership Develop and execute the Germany Placement strategy in alignment with Global Placement and Marsh Europe priorities, Germany's growth plans and go-to-market objectives. Translate the European Placement operating model into a fit-for-purpose Germany Placement model, including priorities for capability, resourcing, talent and investment. Monitor market, carrier and product developments and translate these into differentiated Placement strategies, solutions and competitive advantage for German clients. Drive Placement profitability, yield, innovation, efficiency and competitive positioning across all relevant lines of business. Identify and deploy relevant regional and global facilities, portfolio solutions, alternative Placement solutions and other differentiated market propositions in Germany. Drive adoption of relevant European Placement digital, data and operational capabilities to improve efficiency, quality and client outcomes. Carrier & Market Relationships Own senior/C-level relationships with key German carriers and act as the primary escalation point for material market and Placement issues. Develop strong strategic relationships with regional and global carrier partners, in alignment with the Europe carrier strategy, to secure capacity, competitive terms and differentiated solutions for German clients. Establish effective engagement and governance plans with strategic carrier partners, including appropriate business planning, governance and review processes. Represent Marsh in carrier, client and relevant market forums, maintaining a credible voice on market developments, products, services and innovation. Commercial Growth & Client Outcomes Partner with Large Corporate, Middle Market and Specialties leaders to embed a strong Placement-led sales culture and support profitable growth. Partner with country and segment leadership to develop Placement strategies that support business objectives and deliver differentiated client outcomes. Connect German clients and Placement teams to European and global expertise and capacity, particularly for complex, difficult-to-place and cross-border risks. Collaborate with Claims, Risk Consulting and other Marsh businesses to enhance integrated solutions and maximise client value. Work closely with ICG and relevant specialist teams to identify opportunities for alternative Placement solutions, including ART, Parametrics and other appropriate