Insurance Manager DB (H/F)

Avec 40 000 collaborateurs présents sur les cinq continents, SUEZ est un leader mondial dans la gestion intelligente et durable des ressources. Le Groupe fournit des solutions de gestion de l'eau et des déchets qui permettent aux villes et aux industries d’optimiser la gestion de leurs ressources et d’améliorer leurs performances environnementale et économique.

The Insurance Manager (H/F) is responsible for providing risk and insurance management support to the Design and Build (DB) activities of the Engineering & Construction (E&C) Business Unit. 

Reporting to the Group Insurance Manager, the Insurance Manager (H/F) contributes to the implementation of the Group's insurance procurement strategy and ensures appropriate insurance protection across projects. 

Acting as a proactive business partner, the Insurance Manager (H/F) works closely with operational teams and support functions, requiring:

- A strong understanding of business activities, operating models and contractual arrangements. 
- The ability to assess project risks, contractual exposures and the balance between risk and reward. 
- Active involvement in contractual discussions and negotiations with clients, suppliers and other stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Design and Build Insurance Management 
Manage insurance matters across a diverse international portfolio of Design and Build projects, ensuring appropriate coverage throughout the project lifecycle. 
Conduct risk assessments considering project characteristics, geographical exposure, contractual provisions and stakeholder responsibilities. 
Define insurance strategies and provide insurance cost estimates during tender and bidding phases. 
Work closely with Finance, Legal, Commercial and operational teams to integrate insurance requirements into project decisions and contractual negotiations. 

2. Insurance Placement and Coverage Monitoring 
Coordinate insurance placement and brokerage services where required, and assess the adequacy of insurance arrangements provided by third parties for SUEZ. 
Regularly review insurance policies to ensure coverage remains aligned with evolving project risks, schedules and contractual requirements. 
Identify coverage gaps and arrange necessary policy adjustments or endorsements. 

3. Claims Management and Monitoring 
Monitor outstanding insurance claims and actual or expected recoveries on at least a quarterly basis. 
Oversee the performance of external claims management and recovery service providers. 
Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to support effective claims handling and recovery. 

4. Insurance Network and Coordination 
Develop and maintain a network of Insurance Correspondents across business operations. 
Facilitate communication and coordination between operational teams, local service providers and the Group Insurance function.

5. Insurance Documentation and Reporting 
Ensure accurate classification, maintenance and archiving of insurance documentation through the SUEZ IRM IT Platform and SharePoint. 
Maintain accessible records to support future claims notifications, coverage assessments, insurance audits and business continuity. 
Immediately report significant incidents to the Group Insurance Manager and provide monthly activity reports. 
Prepare and deliver presentations to Business Unit executive management teams, subject to prior review with the Group Insurance Manager before submission to the BU ExCom. 

With a Master's degree in Law or Engineering, you have a strong understanding of Construction Insurance and Contract Management, ideally gained in an international environment.

Fluent in English (written and spoken) and proficient in Microsoft Excel and Risk & Insurance Management Information Systems (RMIS).

You demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, a proactive mindset and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.