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At Synpulse, we don't just consult - we transform. As a leading global management and technology consultancy with Swiss roots, we empower financial institutions to navigate change and seize new opportunities. Since 1996, we've been shaping the future of financial services by delivering cutting-edge expertise in strategy, operations, and technology to banks and insurers worldwide.
What sets us apart is our people. At Synpulse, we cultivate a collaborative, high-impact culture where initiative and creativity are valued. With 21 offices across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific, we bring together diverse perspectives and talents. We believe innovation thrives where everyone feels they belong and can contribute.
Our core values - Embrace, Drive, Achieve - shape how we work and grow. We don't just offer jobs - we offer the opportunity to grow, make a difference, and be part of a team that's redefining the future of financial services.
About the job
As a Business Product Owner within our Reinsurance practice, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering innovative underwriting technology solutions for our clients.
Working at the intersection of reinsurance business processes, technology, and consulting, you will translate complex business requirements into practical digital solutions and drive the successful implementation of our Reinsurance Workbench.
You will collaborate closely with clients, business stakeholders, product teams, and technology specialists to ensure our solutions create measurable business value and support the digital transformation of the reinsurance industry.
This role is open across Germany. We are looking for suitable profiles nationwide .
Thanks to our flexible working models and project-based setup, you can be based anywhere in Germany. Travel requirements depend on client needs and project phases, not on proximity to a specific office location.
Job requirements
Lead the business and functional delivery of Reinsurance Workbench implementations, from initial requirements gathering through go-live and ongoing optimisation
Translate reinsurance underwriting business needs into functional requirements, process designs, user journeys, and application capabilities
Act as a key interface between client stakeholders, underwriting experts, business analysts, and technology teams
Own and prioritise product and project backlogs, balancing client requirements, business value, technical dependencies, and delivery timelines
Drive functional solution design, ensuring alignment between standard product capabilities and client-specific requirements
Coordinate business activities throughout the implementation lifecycle, including solution design, testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and deployment
Define acceptance criteria and ensure delivered solutions meet business requirements and operational needs
Support go-live preparation, user adoption, change management, and post-implementation improvements
Contribute to product roadmap development by identifying opportunities for innovation, standardisation, and reusable solutions
Support continuous improvement initiatives and help shape the future of digital reinsurance underwriting solutions
Job responsibilities
University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field
Relevant professional experience in reinsurance, insurance, consulting, business analysis, or product ownership
Strong understanding of reinsurance underwriting processes and related business requirements; knowledge of claims or technical accounting is an advantage
Experience in translating business requirements into functional specifications and technology-driven solutions.
Familiarity with agile methodologies, product backlog management, and software delivery processes
Experience with insurance or reinsurance technology implementations, digital transformation, or process optimisation is a strong advantage
Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills with a structured and solution-oriented approach
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to bridge business and technology teams
Proactive, collaborative, and comfortable taking ownership in a dynamic, international consulting environment
Fluent English communication skills; additional languages are an advantage
Must have the legal right to work in Germany - Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Job benefits
Accelerate your growth by gaining exposure to financial industry business models, cutting-edge technologies, and real client challenges while shaping your own career path
Join a team of 200+ commercial insurance and reinsurance professionals working together to shape and deliver change to clients
Expand your expertise in reinsurance, digital transformation, and innovative technology solutions.
Competitive salary and attractive, market-aligned benefits
Bright, modern offices in central locations with excellent public transport connections
Hands-on mentality and a strong collaborative team spirit
Exciting events, diverse learning opportunities, and employee-driven initiatives
Modern working environment with flexible working arrangements
Documents to start the process
CV / Resume
Letters of recommendation (optional)
Ready to take the next step? Let’s unleash your growth - together.
Find out more about us at www.synpulse.com.
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