Consultant Geothermal Energy (m/f/d)*

Munich Re Green Tech Solutions has long been a pioneer in performance warranty insurance for renewable energy technologies. The Emerging Green Technologies team provides bespoke risk transfer solutions for e mobility, hydrogen, and other sustainable technologies, including geothermal energy.

In the field of geothermal energy, exploration risk represents a key challenge to the successful financing of projects in Germany and other regions. Our work focuses on addressing these risks through innovative insurance solutions that support project development and bankability.

Emerging Green Tech Solutions is part of the New & Green Tech / Internet of Things (IoT) department, operating in an international setup with colleagues based in Munich, India, China, and across the United States. 
We are growing our team and are looking for a geothermal energy expert to join our highly successful team.

Your Job

• Evaluate deep geothermal projects with a focus on resource and discovery risk (Fündigkeitsrisiko) and overall subsurface uncertainty  
• Analyze and interpret geological and geophysical data, including probability of success (POS) assessments, seismic datasets, well data, and reservoir studies  
• Review and summarize technical documentation, geological models, and drilling programs provided by project developers  
• Participate in technical discussions with clients on reservoir modelling, drilling concepts, and subsurface risk mitigation strategies  
• Collaborate with internal experts across underwriting, risk management, and engineering to support risk evaluation and project structuring  
• Contribute to and familiarize yourself with internal processes related to geothermal risk assessment and underwriting workflows  
• Support coordination and interface activities with KfW and other relevant institutions or stakeholders  
• Prepare technical summaries, risk assessments, and internal documentation for decision-making processes  
• Communicate with international internal and external stakeholders, often in English  
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of methodologies and tools used in geothermal risk assessment 

Your Profile

• Degree in geology, geosciences, natural sciences, or engineering (e.g. petroleum, reservoir, or geothermal engineering)  
• Relevant professional experience in deep geothermal energy, for example as an exploration or development geologist, drilling engineer, or reservoir engineer / modeller  
• Strong understanding of subsurface exploration, drilling operations, and reservoir characterization  
• Ability to interpret geophysical data and probabilistic resource assessments  
• Fluency in English and German required, with additional languages considered a plus 
• Experience in insurance, risk assessment, project finance, or a completed PhD; underwriting experience, particularly with long term technology risks and/or complex insurance structures is of advantage 
• Ability to work effectively in an international, interdisciplinary team environment  
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear and concise conclusions  
• High level of initiative and motivation to contribute to a growing and innovative field within renewable energy  
• Strong communication skills with an articulate and confident presence
• Team-oriented and comfortable working in a global environment, with strong marketing affinity, advanced visualization skills and the ability to lead consultative client discussions; structured and entrepreneurial working style as well as a passion for developing and advancing innovative insurance solutions. 
• Willingness to challenge the status quo and promote new ideas and approaches to meet client needs  

Application Instructions

Please apply through our online portal and upload your CV, as well as your academic reference letters, including school certificates, graduation certificates and transcripts of record for any degrees. If applicable, please also submit reference letters from any previous employers or certificates from any other qualifications you may have. We recommend writing a cover letter to tell us more about why the position and Munich Re is of interest to you.

About us

As the world's leading reinsurance company with more than 16,000 employees at over 50 locations, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into a manageable risk we enable fundamental change. Join us working on topics today that will concern society tomorrow, whether that be climate change, major construction projects, medical risk assessment or even space travel.  
Together we embrace a culture where multiskilled teams dare to think big. We create the new and the different for our clients and cultivate innovation. 
Sounds like you? Push boundaries with us and be part of Munich Re. 
Our employees are our greatest strength. That’s why we offer them a wide range of benefits. You can find some examples below.

Unlock your potential

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: we embrace the power of differences and are convinced that diversity fosters innovation and resilience and enables us to act braver and better.
• Continuous Learning: we believe that continuous learning is a key differentiator and critical for building new skills and accelerating growth.
• Career Mobility: we actively support career mobility, and our strong global and regional presence offers a wealth of career growth opportunities for you.

Rewards & Recognition

• Competitive salary: appropriate compensation for your high level of commitment.
• Retirement provision: state of the art in-house pension solutions.
• Work-life balance: promoting the compatibility of family and work in addition to overall work-life balance.
• Health management: focus on your physical and mental health far beyond legal requirements. 
• Hybrid working: living the best of both worlds – we offer you a very flexible approach as well as the opportunity to work from abroad on an occasional basis.

* Munich Re not only stands for fairness with regard to its clients; it is also an equal opportunities employer. Severely disabled candidates will also be prioritized, if equally qualified.

Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft
Lisa Schneider
Talent Acquisition Partner