KNIPPER, Stephan
Committed to fairness and clarity in resolving complex insurance disputes with integrity and expertise.
Experience
Extensive experience in Reinsurance Underwriting, P&C as well as Specialty Classes worldwide, with 35+ years of experience in International Markets (London Market, Continental Europe, LatAm, Asia) and many years of experience in the US market resulting in strong operational knowledge.
Education
- Fully qualified German Lawyer (assessor iuris) (1987)
- Graduate Economist (Diplom-Volkswirt) (1981)
- English Law (1981)
Positions Held
- MD Everest Re Europe (Zurich) (2016-2020)
- CEO & President AXIS Re Europe (Zurich) (2012-2015)
- COO AXIS Re Worldwide (2009-2012)
- Deputy CEO AXIS Re Europe and various other positions (i.e. Chief Underwriting Officer, Head of International Casualty, Credit & Surety Worldwide) (2003-2012)
- Board Member Gerling Global Re, Cologne (2002-2003)
- CEO Gerling Global General & Reinsurance (UK) (2000-2002)
- Head of Credit, Casualty, Marine at Gerling Global Re (1990-2000)
- Facultative and Treaty Underwriting
Present Positions
MD SKRe Consulting (Zurich)
Professional Associations
- Panel Member of ARIAS
- Member of Swiss Arbitration Association (SAA)
Languages & Nationality
English & German | German & Swiss
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