Risk Proposition Consultant

Hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share, or full-time basis

Location: Flexible, with travel to our Swindon office once a week

Salary: £42,000 - £64,000 per annum, dependant on experience

The opportunity:

We’re well established in the Group Insurance Market and are making a substantial impact through our unique and innovative proposition which is continuing to be extremely well received by our customers and their employees and has recently won several awards.

As a result of the exciting growth within Zurich Corporate Risk (ZCR), we have an opportunity to join our Market Management team as a Group Risk Proposition Consultant, on a permanent basis. Customer service is so important to us so if you share our passion for putting customers first, we would love to hear from you! 

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

What will you be doing?

As Group Risk Proposition Consultant, you will:

• Consolidate proposition plans with input from relevant stakeholders, with a particular focus on the flexible benefit sector
• Support the development and management of a 3-year proposition strategy and plans
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts to identify and develop new or enhanced propositions / features
• Develop business cases for defined projects to determine potential benefits, clarify the rationale for investment and support the planning process
• Effectively identified risks when designing new propositions / features and follow risk and compliance procedures to ensure compliant with organizational policies
• Contribute to the execution of competitive analysis in own area of expertise (e.g. pricing, coverage, brand etc.), reconciling internal perspectives (costs and risks) with external perspectives (customer needs, competitiveness)
• Research primary data sources, select relevant information, analyse key themes and trends, and make recommendations to inform design of new propositions / feature / processes
• Research best practice and review and analyse detailed business models to support senior management in developing and improving propositions / products, processes, and systems
• Oversee the implementation of processes, systems configuration, and training in own function area to ensure that propositions / products under development are effectively delivered
• Support the management of 3rd party supplier agreements and intermediary consultancy / distribution agreements
• Act as subject matter expert for the wider ZCR business in support of effective proposition manage and service delivery

Who are we looking for?

Ideally, you will have:

• Substantial experience in a technical group risk role (Corporate Protection), including the flexible benefits sector
• Relevant professional qualifications preferred, e.g. GR1 or FPC, Project management
• Good numeracy and literacy skills  
• Ability to work to deadlines and work well under pressure
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage self and work well within a project team environment
• Experience working with intermediaries / customers desirable

What will you get in return? 

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday. 

Follow the link for more information about our benefits - Employee benefits | Working at Zurich Insurance UK 

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people, and our planet. With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives, and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture:

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly enthusiastic about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs, or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We have an environment that places real importance on our people’s well-being from a physical, mental, social, and financial perspective. We work with our well-being partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re enthusiastic about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us. #LI-Hybrid