Lead Actuary - Casualty EMEA (m/f/d)

Introduction

At Gallagher Re, we bring clarity to complexity by helping clients around the world make confident, data-driven decisions in a rapidly evolving risk landscape. Here, you’ll be part of a team that leverages world-class analytics and deep reinsurance expertise to deliver strategic advisory services and transactional excellence. Together, we transform advanced insights and market intelligence into strategies that protect businesses, drive performance, and shape the future of reinsurance. We’re a community of decision makers, future shapers, and trusted experts working side by side to deliver meaningful impact through innovative thinking and practical solutions. At Gallagher Re, your curiosity is welcomed, your growth is championed, and your work truly matters. This is a place where you'll have the freedom to explore new ideas, take ownership of your career, and collaborate with people who are as driven and inquisitive as you are.

Overview

We help clients make confident, data-driven decisions in a fast-changing market. As our Lead Actuary (m/f/d) for Casualty Reinsurance across EMEA, you will take a leading role in delivering actuarial expertise, shaping client solutions, and influencing strategic decision-making across the region.

 

You will combine deep technical expertise with a strong understanding of market dynamics to support strategic decision-making and solution design. Based in Munich or Cologne, you will work closely with broking, analytics, and international teams to deliver practical, client-focused outcomes.You will also play a key role in shaping our Casualty proposition, supporting both client delivery and the continued development of our actuarial capabilities.

How you'll make an impact

In this role, you'll:

• Lead actuarial analysis and insight for Casualty reinsurance programmes across EMEA
• Support the design and optimisation of reinsurance structures for Casualty portfolios
• Translate complex data and model outputs into clear recommendations for clients and brokers
• Work closely with broking teams to support placement strategies and market engagement
• Provide subject matter input on Casualty trends, portfolio performance, and risk drivers
• Contribute to the development of actuarial tools, methodologies, and data-driven approaches
• Support cross-border projects with colleagues across multiple locations
• Act as a key point of contact for actuarial topics within Casualty, both internally and externally
• Contribute to strengthening client relationships and identifying new opportunities

About you

Here’s what you'll bring to the role:

• Experience working in an actuarial environment with a focus on Casualty lines, for example in reinsurance, insurance, consulting, or broking
• Knowledge of Casualty products, pricing, reserving, and risk behaviour across portfolios
• The ability to structure and interpret complex data for decision‑making
• Experience using actuarial models and quantitative methods
• Confidence working with data and analytical tools
• Membership in an actuarial association, e.g. the “Deutsche Aktuarvereinigung (DAV)”
• Fluency in German and English, with the ability to work confidently in both languages
• A collaborative approach to working with teams across different locations
• The ability to take ownership of topics and move them forward