Toyota Industries Europe (TIE) is the European holding entity of Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) in Japan. Hosting business units like Vanderlande, Toyota Material Handling Europe and viastore, we employ over 25,000 people across Europe. While our foundation is deeply rooted in Europe, approximately 15% of our operations extend to the United States and Asia. With a turnover of around €6.2 billion, Toyota Industries Europe is a strong global organisation focused on creating synergies across our businesses. We are optimising corporate services, strengthening governance and enhancing performance by developing key talent and driving innovation throughout all business units.

The Position
In this role, you take a hands-on lead in developing and executing the insurance and risk strategy across our global industrial operations. It combines strategic perspective with practical ownership:  from managing broker and insurer relationships to ensuring our coverage and governance frameworks are effective and aligned with business needs.

You will act as a trusted partner, providing clear insight and practical guidance to colleagues across our material handling and intralogistics businesses. Working closely with teams in operations, finance, legal and risk management, you will strengthen resilience, optimise coverage and build an efficient, value-driven risk and insurance framework.

The position is part of our Legal Department and reports directly to the General Counsel of Toyota Industries Europe.

Your Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the insurance and risk management activities, ensuring a proactive and consistent governance framework.
• Asses the needs, identify and address gaps in coverage across our European operations, securing adequate and cost-effective insurance solutions.
• Own the main insurance lines, including broker and insurer relationships and coordinate where relevant with Toyota Industries in Japan and our U.S. sister organisation.
• Oversee the daily management of the insurance portfolio, including claims, renewals, documentation and premium allocations.
• Support operational teams in tender processes and project-related insurance matters.
• Conduct insurance risk trainings and promote awareness across the organisation.
• Assess M&A related risks and conduct insurance due diligence.
• Monitor insurance laws, regulations, and market trends to maintain compliance and continuously optimize coverage.

Your Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in insurance and risk management within complex, international businesses.
• Strong expertise in insurance frameworks, claims handling and risk mitigation for complex international operations.
• Skilled negotiator with a proven track record of managing brokers, insurers and large insurance programs.
• Confident communicator who can adapt to different stakeholders and explain complex matters clearly.
• Analytical mindset combined with practical problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in both Swedish in English, written and verbal.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal, Finance, Accounting or Risk Management is required.

Our Offer

This position is based at our headquarters in Mjölby, with the option to work from our offices in Stockholm or Gothenburg. We offer flexible work arrangements, a competitive benefits package including annual bonus opportunities and a supportive environment where personal wellbeing and professional growth go hand in hand.

At Toyota Industries Europe, you’ll be part of a collaborative and international team that values your ideas and contributions. We provide clear direction from senior leadership and plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. You’ll work on meaningful projects in a dynamic industry while enjoying a healthy balance between work and life.

Continuous learning is part of our culture and you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges, develop expertise and grow alongside talented colleagues from across Europe.

Your Application

Send your application, CV and cover letter in English no later than November 2nd 2025. Applications are only accepted through our application system.  

We screen continuously, so don’t miss out, send in your application today!    

For more information, please contact Victoria Östryd Söderlind Recruitment Specialist HR: victoria.ostrydsoderlind@toyota-industries.eu  

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