HDI Global SE has hired Melanie Windirsch as head of international programmes, where she will be responsible for 50 colleagues in the departments of HDI Global IP Services, IP Operations and Technology, and Global Network.
Windirsch succeeds Dr Dirk Höring, who held the position before being promoted to the HDI Global SE Executive Board in April.
In her new role she will report to Dr Thomas Kuhnt, HDI Global COO and CIO.
“I am delighted to welcome Melanie to my leadership team”, Kuhnt said.
“Her extensive experience and deep knowledge of the industry make her an invaluable asset to HDI Global.”
“I am truly excited to work alongside Melanie and tap into her expertise to further drive our proposition in international programmes.”
Windirsch brings more than twelve years of experience in insurance to HDI Global, having previously worked at Allianz Commercial, where she held the position of head of global network management and multinational governance.
“I am excited and honoured to be joining a company and team that is at the forefront of International Programmes,” Windirsch said.
“As the new head of international programmes, I am eager to further extend our worldwide leading presence of IP services for the benefit of our multinational partners and their business.”