Johannes Jacobsen
About Johannes Jacobsen
Johannes Jacobsen serves as the VP Governance and General Counsel at ELEMENT Insurance AG in Berlin, where he has worked since 2021. He possesses a strong background in corporate matters and compliance, with extensive expertise in Solvency II and data protection within the insurance industry.
Work at ELEMENT Insurance AG
Johannes Jacobsen serves as the Vice President of Governance and General Counsel at ELEMENT Insurance AG, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees governance frameworks and legal compliance within the organization. His responsibilities include ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and managing corporate legal matters. ELEMENT Insurance AG is known for its innovative approach to insurance solutions, and Jacobsen's expertise contributes to the company's strategic objectives.
Education and Expertise
Johannes Jacobsen studied at the University of Münster, where he earned a Master of Laws (LLM) in Insurance from 2006 to 2008. He also completed his first and second state exams in law at the same institution and at Landgericht Münster, respectively. His educational background provides a strong foundation in legal principles, particularly in the insurance sector. Jacobsen possesses extensive expertise in Solvency II, a critical regulatory framework for insurance companies in the European Union.
Background
Before joining ELEMENT Insurance AG, Johannes Jacobsen held several key positions in the insurance and consulting industries. He worked at Coya as Chief Governance Officer and a member of the Management Board from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he served as Head of Legal and Compliance at Coya from 2017 to 2021. His earlier experience includes a five-year tenure as Senior Consultant and Prokurist at Chiltington International GmbH from 2009 to 2014. This diverse background has equipped him with a robust understanding of corporate governance and compliance.
Achievements in Legal and Compliance
Throughout his career, Johannes Jacobsen has developed a strong background in corporate matters, risk management, internal audit, and compliance, specifically tailored to the insurance industry. His experience in data protection is particularly significant within the context of the insurance sector, where regulatory compliance is paramount. Jacobsen's roles have involved implementing governance structures that align with industry standards and best practices.