WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

You’ll need to be a qualified P&C actuary with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience. While risk management experience is a plus, what matters most is your enthusiasm for applying your skills in a risk-focused actuarial role and a range of risk topics.

We are looking for somebody who can show:

• Strong financial skills and business awareness with a solid understanding of the UK market and regulatory environment
• An interest in making processes better and a willingness to support automation and innovation
• Great attention to detail with an analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Excellent communication – both written and interpersonal so you can work well with colleagues at all levels across the business—including our Group teams
• The ability to influence and build positive relationships
• Self-motivation, strong organisation, and a drive to meet deadlines—even when you’re juggling several things at once
• A sense of ownership for your work, including managing expectations and stakeholders

As an inclusive employer, we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and can perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

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.

WORKING HOURS: THIS ROLE IS AVAILABLE ON A PART-TIME, JOB-SHARE OR FULL-TIME BASIS

Location: Flexible with regular travel to the London office (1-2 days a week in the office)

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

As a P&C Risk Actuary, you will support the team to operate a robust financial risk management framework and have the chance to shape and improve our risk management processes. Specific responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Chief Risk Officer in providing challenge, oversight and risk opinions on reinsurance, reserving, product design and pricing, exposure management, business plan, solvency, and capital utilisation
• Oversee the stress and scenario testing and driving improvements in these practices.
• Reviewing and challenging the company’s financial risk profile and helping develop existing Risk Appetite statements and metrics
• Taking part in risk assessments, including looking at emerging risks and climate change
• Contributing to the production of the Own Risk Assessment (ORA) report
• Supporting key strategic and regulatory projects
• Contributing to regulatory reporting and responding to ad hoc regulatory requests
• Staying up to date with technical expertise, regulations, professional guidance, and deepening your understanding of the UK business and strategy
• Building strong relationships across the wider Risk teams, and the wider UK business and Group