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GROUP TREASURY & INSURANCE DIRECTOR

Established in 1927, SICPA is a Swiss private technology company operating across five continents, supporting the effective governance and long-term prosperity of nation states. SICPA is best known for protecting the majority of the world’s banknotes with its high-security inks. SICPA also delivers sovereignty solutions across digital identity and integrity, revenue mobilisation, natural resources, health and brand protection.

As a private Swiss company with global reach, we are looking for a strategic and hands-on Group Treasury & Insurance Director to lead key financial functions and contribute to our long-term growth and resilience.

This senior leadership role will report to the Group CFO and will play a pivotal role in optimizing our financial structure, ensuring robust funding, overseeing tax strategy across jurisdictions, and steering investment decisions aligned with our innovation agenda and sovereign mission.

ROLE

As Group Treasury & Insurance Director, you will be responsible for overseeing and strategically steering the following core areas:

Treasury and Financial Risk Management

• Ensure optimal liquidity across the Group at competitive cost.
• Define and implement short- and long-term financing strategies in line with corporate plans and investment roadmaps.
• Lead banking relationship management and negotiate credit facilities in Switzerland and abroad.
• Design and implement hedging and financial risk mitigation strategies (including currency, interest rate, and credit risks).
• Regularly assess financial exposures and maintain dynamic hedging policies in line with market evolutions.

Insurance 

• Recommend, negotiate, and manage Group-wide insurance programs to protect SICPA’s assets and operations from major risks.
• Ensure continuous review of risk exposure and appropriate insurance coverage in a rapidly evolving technological and geopolitical context.

M&A

• Lead financial due diligence efforts for new ventures, strategic partnerships, and acquisitions.
• Evaluate and structure investment opportunities, ensuring alignment with Group strategy and value creation objectives.

PROFILE

We are looking for a strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities, international exposure, and the ability to lead across disciplines.

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; a relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACT, CFA, CPA) is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in corporate treasury, finance, or banking, ideally within an international group or multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of cash management, financing, financial risk management, and hedging strategies.
• Solid understanding of treasury operations, financial instruments, and capital markets.
• Proficiency with Treasury Management Systems (Bellin/Coupa, 360T) and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills required, exposure to BI/reporting tools an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to model scenarios and assess financial risks.
• Familiarity with international banking practices, credit facilities, and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to build and manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence senior management and external partners.
• Collaborative team player who can support local entities while maintaining a Group-wide perspective.
• Strategic mindset with hands-on execution skills.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international, and evolving environment.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

JOIN US !

• Join a global leader in trust technologies with a mission that matters.
• Be at the strategic heart of a financially sound and innovation-driven company.
• Collaborate with high-level experts and work on impactful international projects.
• Operate in a multi-cultural, high-integrity environment where autonomy and ownership are encouraged.