Zurich appoints Drazen Jaksic as CEO Benelux

Zurich has appointed Drazen Jaksic, currently Head of Accident & Health in its Commercial Insurance business, to the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Benelux, effective immediately.

“I am delighted that Drazen is taking on the CEO role for our Benelux region”, said Sierra Signorelli, CEO Commercial Insurance. “He has successfully advanced our global Accident & Health capabilities and strengthened our position in this area with multinational customers. I am confident that Drazen will drive continued profitable growth in the region, focusing on meeting the evolving needs of our customers and distribution partners.”

Mr. Jaksic added: “I am excited to join the Benelux team as we further advance Zurich’s position in this market and focus on continued execution against our strategic priorities. Knowing the strength and expertise of the Benelux team, I am confident and optimistic about leading the business in its next stage of development.” In his new role, Mr. Jaksic will be responsible for ensuring the region’s priorities are aligned with the Group’s global strategy and will lead approximately 240 colleagues across Benelux, which encompasses Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.

Mr. Jaksic succeeds Dirk De Nil, who assumed the position of Global Head of Zurich Resilience Solutions in October 2023. He will be based in Brussels and report to Ms. Signorelli.

Mr. Jaksic joined Zurich in 2019 as Head of Accident & Health. He has more than 30 years of experience in the insurance industry and has held a number of senior positions with large, multinational insurance companies.