Global reinsurer Swiss Re has appointed Robin Spencer as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for its Life & Health Reinsurance (L&H Re) business unit, effective 1st September 2025.
Based in London, Spencer will oversee Swiss Re’s global L&H Re operations, focusing on strengthening service delivery, enhancing operational efficiency, and aligning his team’s capabilities with business priorities.
His remit will include leading an expanded operational mandate across all L&H Re functions and driving the implementation of data- and technology-driven solutions to support business performance and scalability.
Spencer brings more than two decades of leadership experience in the global re/insurance industry across Asia, Europe, and North America.
He currently serves as Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee at MSIG UK. Previously, he served as COO of Prudential Asia and CEO of Prudential Thailand.
Earlier in his career, Spencer was CEO International at NN and CEO of Aviva UK & Ireland General Insurance.
Paul Murray, CEO Life & Health Reinsurance at Swiss Re, said, “Robin’s appointment marks a pivotal step in our journey to build a future-ready operational foundation. His proven ability to lead international teams and his deep understanding of our industry make him the ideal fit to support Swiss Re’s long-term strategy in the Life & Health business. I firmly believe that Robin’s energy and drive will help us unlock new levels of operational excellence to better serve our clients.”
