Dirk Herrenpoth
About Dirk Herrenpoth
Dirk Herrenpoth serves as the Chief Underwriting Officer for Property & Casualty at New Reinsurance Company Ltd. in Zurich, Switzerland, a position he has held since 2020, following a career at Munich Re spanning over 16 years in various underwriting roles.
Work at New Reinsurance Company Ltd. (NewRe)
Dirk Herrenpoth has served as the Chief Underwriting Officer for Property & Casualty at New Reinsurance Company Ltd. (NewRe) since 2020. He is based in Zurich, Switzerland, where he has been responsible for overseeing underwriting operations in the property and casualty sectors. His role involves managing risk assessment and ensuring the profitability of insurance products offered by the company.
Previous Experience at Munich Re (Group)
Prior to his current position, Dirk Herrenpoth held several key roles at Munich Re (Group). From 2019 to 2020, he was the Head of Great Lakes Insurance, UK Branch, and also served as Head of MR F&C London. His tenure at Munich Re included a position as Managing Director of MR UK General Branch from 2016 to 2019. He also worked as an Executive Manager and Underwriting Manager at the company, accumulating extensive experience in underwriting and management.
Early Career at AXA and Munich Re
Dirk Herrenpoth began his career in the insurance sector at AXA, where he worked as a Claims Handler from 1993 to 2001. He later joined Munich Re (Group) as an Underwriter from 2001 to 2004. His early experience also includes an apprenticeship at AXA from 1991 to 1993. This foundational experience in claims handling and underwriting contributed to his expertise in the insurance industry.
Education and Expertise
Dirk Herrenpoth has developed a strong foundation in underwriting and risk management throughout his career. His extensive experience spans various roles in the insurance industry, particularly in property and casualty underwriting. His expertise is supported by years of practical experience in both claims handling and underwriting across multiple organizations.