Job opportunities at Zurich Ireland

Job Summary

Zurich is looking for a Manager, Trustee Services to manage the activities of Zurich Trustee Services Ltd (ZTSL) and Zurich Ireland Master Trustee DAC (ZIMT). This is a senior leadership role which be central to the ongoing development of Zurich’s trustee services. The role is on a part-time basis (3 days per week).

Your Role

As Manager, Trustee Services, your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

•    Co-ordination with Zurich Life Assurance plc (ZLAP) on operational & finance matters
•    Specification of management information required to monitor service performance
•    Co-ordination of activities required to ensure that policies and procedures are operating effectively to deliver a consistent and high quality service
•    Coordinate regulatory interactions with the Pensions Authority from a trustee perspective
•    Management of ZTSL/ZIMT Staff
•    Further strategic development of the Zurich Master Trust taking into account regulatory and market developments
 

Your Skills and Experience

As Manager, Trustee Services, your skills and qualifications will include: 

•    Primary degree (or equivalent) and 10 or more years of experience in the pensions industry
•    A relevant professional qualification (for example, a legal, actuarial or accountancy qualification)
•    Willing to undertake a trustee certification course on taking up the role or 2 years experience as a trustee or a trustee certification (PTP or QPT)
•    Strong pensions technical, investments and/or administration knowledge
•    Flexible team player with the ability to work collaboratively and to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
•    Strong people management / leadership ability
•    Demonstrates initiative and able to work independently
•    Strong oral and written communication skills
 

Additional Information

This is a hybrid and part-time role (3 days per week) 

 If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then we are looking forward to receiving your application.
 
Recruiting Consultant: Joanne Lynam
 

Who we are

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford.

Zurich is a strong brand. Zurich in Ireland is part of Zurich Insurance Group, a leading multi-line insurer that serves its customers in global and local markets. Our 55,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer a competitive compensation package and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.

At Zurich we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best qualified individuals available, without regard to race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.

Job Summary

Zurich Insurance Plcis looking for a Business Lines Market Facing Underwriter Mid Market Team based in Wexford.

The Business Lines Mid-Market Team based in ZCW are responsible for meeting the Insurance needs of our Business Lines customers through our broker channel.

The team are responsible for underwriting our existing book of SME Business, Mid-Market Property and Casualty Business together with an element of engineering insurance and inspection new business and existing business. 

This role may be available part-time or full time.

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.

Your Role

Reporting to the Mid-Market Team Coach, the Underwriter will be required to work closely with Broker Partners and other internal operations, such as Pricing, Product Underwriting, Claims, Finance, Sales & Distribution and Risk Engineering to ensure all areas of the business are managed according to the Zurich Way of Underwriting and within delegated authority levels. 

Role & Responsibilities:  

The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to the following:  

• Underwrite and analyse ‘renewal’ business utilizing the Zurich Way of Underwriting framework and within delegated authority levels.
• Responsible for relationship management of key Customer and Broker Accounts 
• Negotiating terms & conditions in line with our agreed strategy on ZRC and Retention
• Contribute to managing schemes 
• Build relationships in support of customer/business acquisition and retention (e.g. by handling a range of queries, providing advice to assist with the development of an account) 
• Implement agreed technical standards, controls, practices and procedures, thereby maintaining underwriting discipline 
• Proactively contribute ideas and work for the development of new or enhanced propositions based on technical, customer and distributor insights
• Adhere to Central Bank compliance standards of operating 
• Demonstrate high level of Quality Assurance in all elements of the underwriting process 
• Ensure any issues arising are dealt with in accordance with Zurich standards and that where appropriate issues escalated in a timely fashion 
• Maintain Underwriting Records in accordance with regulatory /statutory and internal requirements
• Be flexible to participate in ad hoc projects
• Deliver superior service in the management of renewals
   

Your Skills & Experience

Required

• 3 years plus industry knowledge with preferred experience working with SME & P&C risks
• Engineering experience desirable but not essential
• Holds or is working towards relevant professional qualifications i.e. CIP, MDI, ACII 
• Excellent technical insurance knowledge, including specific knowledge in Commercial Insurance
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills 
• Excellent knowledge of Zurich products/policy wordings

Competencies

• Ability to work within a team environment – focused on the achievement of both individual and team goals
• Ability to build key relationships with partners & customers 
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Strong negotiation skills
• A strong team player with a flexible, positive attitude towards work 
• Strong leadership and delegation skills 
• Enthusiasm, ambition and innovation
• Ability to operate independently
• Good research skills 
• Pro-active with strong problem-solving, decision-making and judgment skills
• Excellent attention to detail, including a strong ability to multitask 
• Ability to prioritise workload and to adapt quickly within a busy environment to ensure we respond effectively to customer needs and expectations 
• Excellent planning and organisational skills that support a high service standard 
• All employees are expected to work in accordance with the behaviours laid out in Zurich Purpose and Values 

Additional Information

Primary work location is Wexford based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are 

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.

 
At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!
 
 

Head of Cloud Framework & Governance-Hybrid

Established in 2013 and now based in Blackrock, the Dublin Technology Center delivers best in industry infrastructure and security services across the Zurich Insurance Group. Whether it's with one of our core capabilities such as Cyber Security, or working with our Cloud or Crowdsourcing teams, our customers are our priority. We work hard to deliver our services excellently with our unique talent. We are committed to working with the best and brightest people from the broadest talent pool possible. We believe a diversity of ideas fosters innovation and engagement, allows us to attract the best people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions.

Qualified individuals from all walks of life are encouraged to apply. This role may be available part-time or full time. 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.

We are currently hiring a Head of Cloud Framework & Governance.

Your Role

As a Head of Cloud Framework & Governance your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

• Define, communicate and execute end-to-end Productization strategy for the global cloud function.
• Act as the leader, key influencer, and strategic catalyst for enterprise-wide initiatives leading to organization, process, and technology improvements.
• Pro-actively manage relationships with global executives and key business unit customers.
• Lead development of governance solutions and product methodology concepts, create plans and oversee 
• implementation of said solutions and concepts of moderate to high level of complexity.
•  Key role in contributing to the demand planning process and alignment with product portfolio planning on a global level, aligned with global master plans.
• Represent Cloud Product Office in the definition and delivery of Cloud services and products to Global and business unit customers as required.
• Manage internal and external Business and IT delivery partners based on the service / operational level agreements and ensure service performance meets expectations.
• Lead a senior group of subject matter experts who perform complex tasks.
• Perform strategic HR management processes and perform managerial tasks for direct report

Your Skills & Experience

As a Head of Cloud Framework & Governance your skills and qualifications will include: 

Required:

• Bachelors Degree and 15 or more years of experience in the Information Technology area
• Experience with IT Governance design, deployment and management
• Knowledge of IT standards and policy
• People management experience

Preferred:

• 15+ years progressive IT experience, with at least 10 years of governance mobilization experience and leading a global team
• Deep understanding of technology strategy and execution through Agile cloud and digital solutions.
• Constantly looking for better ways to integrate business challenges with technology.
• Shaping the Cloud Products Office organizational culture and power skills to reflect an Agile mindset and values
• Address needs to support growth including governance, operating model, architecture, processes, internal capabilities, external partners, etc.
• Support the development & execution of a multi-year roadmaps to increase agility while reducing complexity through leveraging cloud and automation 
• Ability to think strategically while at the same time display the ability to understand enough detail to work with and guide service providers, staff and vendors to manage the day to day activities of the organization
• Has a strong vision and awareness of industry trends and directions that can help the team and organization make good tactical and long range decisions and choices
• Deep knowledge of change management, root cause analysis, problem solving, technical project management and implementing permanent resolutions for issues
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Additional Information

Primary work location is Blackrock based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are 

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.
 
At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!
 

Business Lines Market Facing Underwriter Mid Market Team

Zurich Insurance Plcis looking for a Business Lines Market Facing Underwriter Mid Market Team.

This role may be available part-time or full time. 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. This role is being offered on a 12 Month FTC. 
 

Your Role

Team Overview:  

The Business Lines Mid-Market Team based in ZCW are responsible for meeting the Insurance needs of our Business Lines customers through our broker channel. The team are responsible for underwriting our existing book of SME Business, Mid-Market Property and Casualty Business. 

Role Summary: 

Reporting to the Mid-Market Team Coach, the Underwriter will be required to work closely with Broker Partners and other internal operations, such as Pricing, Product Underwriting, Claims, Finance, Sales & Distribution and Risk Engineering to ensure all areas of the business are managed according to the Zurich Way of Underwriting and within delegated authority levels. 

Role & Responsibilities:  

• The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to the following:  
• Underwrite and analyse ‘renewal’ business utilizing the Zurich Way of Underwriting framework and within delegated authority levels.
• Responsible for relationship management of key Customer and Broker Accounts 
• Negotiating terms & conditions in line with our agreed strategy on ZRC and Retention
• Contribute to managing schemes 
• Build relationships in support of customer/business acquisition and retention (e.g. by handling a range of queries, providing advice to assist with the development of an account) 
• Implement agreed technical standards, controls, practices and procedures, thereby maintaining underwriting discipline 
• Proactively contribute ideas and work for the development of new or enhanced propositions based on technical, customer and distributor insights
• Adhere to Central Bank compliance standards of operating 
• Demonstrate high level of Quality Assurance in all elements of the underwriting process 
• Ensure any issues arising are dealt with in accordance with Zurich standards and that where appropriate issues escalated in a timely fashion 
• Maintain Underwriting Records in accordance with regulatory /statutory and internal requirements
• Be flexible to participate in ad hoc projects
• Deliver superior service in the management of renewals

Your Skills & Experience

As a Business Lines Market Facing Underwriter Mid Market Team your skills and qualifications will include: 

Required

• 3 years plus industry knowledge with preferred experience working with SME & P&C risks 
• Holds or is working towards relevant professional qualifications i.e. CIP, MDI, ACII 
• Excellent technical insurance knowledge, including specific knowledge in Commercial Insurance
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills 
• Excellent knowledge of Zurich products/policy wordings

Competencies: 

• Ability to work within a team environment – focused on the achievement of both individual and team goals
• Ability to build key relationships with partners & customers 
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Strong negotiation skills
• A strong team player with a flexible, positive attitude towards work 
• Strong leadership and delegation skills 
• Enthusiasm, ambition and innovation
• Ability to operate independently
• Good research skills 
• Pro-active with strong problem-solving, decision-making and judgment skills
• Excellent attention to detail, including a strong ability to multitask 
• Ability to prioritise workload and to adapt quickly within a busy environment to ensure we respond effectively to customer needs and expectations 
• Excellent planning and organisational skills that support a high service standard 
• All employees are expected to work in accordance with the behaviours laid out in Zurich Purpose and Values . 
   

Additional Information

Additional Information

Primary work location is Wexford based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are 

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.
 
At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!
 

Middle Office Analyst-Hybrid

Zurich Treasury Services (ZTS) is looking for a Middle Office Analyst to join the Middle Office team. The Middle Office team are responsible for the valuation of the Groups derivative portfolio, monitoring market, credit and liquidity risk, provision of market data to other Group entities, Model Validation, static data set-up and maintenance and for the provision of Group regulatory reporting requirements pertaining to derivative and treasury transactions. The team is committed to ongoing efficiency improvement and development of optimal Treasury processes while ensuring strong internal controls and maintaining excellent relationships with internal teams and Group functions.  

Your Role

As a Middle Office Analyst your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following: 

• Responsible for accurate and timely delivery of all daily cash management, P&L Attribution, and risk limit monitoring & reporting (including Credit Risk and Liquidity Risk). 
• Validate MTM results for derivative portfolio through in-house analytics, counterparty reconciliations and use of independent alternative derivative valuation solutions. 
• Monitoring daily market rate feeds into Group treasury system.  
• Support derivative model validation activities.  
• Investigate quantitative factors causing initial margin or variation margin disputes.  
• Production of VaR calculations for the Group derivative portfolio, and measure/quantify impact of risk exposure for proposed trades by Group Investment Management. 
• Perform scenario analysis on the Groups Derivative Portfolio.  
• Support other teams in investigating and explaining MTM movements.  
• Support in the delivery of regulatory reporting for Treasury and derivative products.  
• Provide support to Middle Office management across all group projects (including project management, project planning and project implementation). 
• Set-up and reconciliation of static data in the Treasury System 
• Act as point of contact and derivative expert for other areas within the Group. 
• Work with Front Office to investigate queries within trading portfolios   
• Monitoring, reviewing and investigating all new trades, trade amendments and cancellations to ensure they are recorded accurately in the system and setting up of new portfolios and counterparties within the trading system, where necessary.  

Your Skills & Experience

As a Middle Office Analyst your skills and qualifications will include:  

Qualifications: 

• Strong academic background, with a minimum 3rd Level degree in Finance, Economics or related quantitative discipline. 

Experience: 

• 2+ years Treasury Risk / Financial Markets experience preferred  
• Experience with derivative valuation systems for pricing and risk modeling 
• Experience in producing daily risk reports, and documenting procedures 
• Experience in demonstrating successful cross-functional engagement 

Who you are:  

• Strong interest in and knowledge of financial markets  
• In depth knowledge of financial products and valuation including FX, Money Market and Derivatives 
• Understanding of liquidity, interest rate and credit risk 
• Knowledge of working with a Treasury Management System e.g. Openlink, Calypso, Murex and Bloomberg advantage but not essential 
• Advanced written and spoken English 
• Good interpersonal and communication skills 
• Extremely high attention to detail and well organized 
• High motivation, willingness to take initiative and responsibility  
• A ‘can do’ approach. Highlights areas where processes can be improved and proposes solutions.  

Technical Skills:

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with derivative pricing capability 
• Experience of using Bloomberg, Reuters and Findur Openlink (Treasury and Capital Markets system) an advantage but not essential 
• Strong risk analysis skills, and experience using analytical applications e.g. Excel, Power BI 
• Good knowledge of and understanding of programming languages such as VBA and SQL 
• Good appreciation of data and data modelling  

Additional Information

Primary work location is IFSC based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter Jemma Doran is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are 

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.
 
At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!

Cloud Engineer FinOps Hybrid

Established in 2013 and now based in Blackrock, the Dublin Technology Centre  delivers best in industry infrastructure and security services across the Zurich Insurance Group. Whether it's with one of our core capabilities such as Cyber Security, or working with our Cloud or Crowdsourcing teams, our customers are our priority. We work hard to deliver our services excellently with our unique talent. We are committed to working with the best and brightest people from the broadest talent pool possible. We believe a diversity of ideas fosters innovation and engagement, allows us to attract the best people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. Qualified individuals from all walks of life are encouraged to apply.

The role of Cloud Engineer operates within the Cloud Engagement Office (CEO) team in our Cloud Centre of Excellence (CCoE). The CCoE is a cross-functional team responsible for developing and managing the cloud strategy, governance, and best practices that the rest of the organization can leverage to transform the business using the cloud. This role has a particular emphasis on Finance Operations (FinOps) in the public cloud. Key focus areas will include cloud cost management, chargeback to Zurich internal customers and analysing spend to ensure that Zurich operates lean in the cloud. This is not a coding role, although there are opportunities to utilise coding skills as required.

The CEO is recognised as the conduit for internal customers of Zurich’s multi-cloud platform to accelerate cloud adoption across the business and manage the roadmap for cloud migrations. The CEO product portfolio spans Cloud Advisory, FinOps, Risk & Compliance and Cloud Education. The Cloud Engineer role would appeal to a person who enjoys variety and developing opportunities within an evolving global function.
 

The Role

As part of the CEO team and delivering the CEO product portfolio you will help to:

• Develop and enhance cost optimisation solutions enabling lean operations for Zurich applications
• Perform FinOps analytics to enhance decision making processes and improving products and services around business cases, budgets, spend, cost savings and more.
• Define and develop the KPIs and reporting structures to demonstrate how cloud services align with the business objectives
• Provide advisory services and presentations to stakeholders on CCoE cloud processes, and roadmap items, which will enable a greater stakeholder experience
• Support the estimation of cloud costs for solution proposals
• Manage stakeholders collaboratively, and the multiple initiatives across the cloud product portfolio in a trusted advisor capacity
• Maximise available tooling and features to improve product delivery and customer experience
• Maintain a JIRA based backlog for the FinOps product within the CEO team
• Continuous alignment with other CCoE Product teams where required to ensure continuous  development of an iterative cloud road map to plan for ongoing changes to services\platforms as technologies emerge and new features are requested by users
• Maintain a progressive relationship with Zurich’s third party suppliers
• Develop and promote a FinOps culture in Zurich
• Show initiative, own issues, and take on challenges on behalf of CCoE & CEO
• Become familiar with wider IT, CCoE Services and processes
• Become familiar with and adhere to Zurich security and architecture policies 
   

Your Skills & Experience

As a Cloud Engineer (FinOps) your skills and qualifications will include:

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+years’ experience delivering AWS or Azure public cloud services in a large-scale enterprise environment
• Proficiency in AWS (preferred) or Azure cost management, usage and billing services with relevant associated certifications 
• Relevant degree or diploma programme of study
• Understand IT Infrastructure methodologies and cloud technical constructs
• Project, program or service delivery management experience in virtual/cloud infrastructures
• Proven experience of working within supplier-led service delivery models
• Proven ability to succeed in collaborative work environments using Agile methodologies
• Excellent communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6+years’ experience delivering AWS or Azure public cloud services in a large-scale enterprise environment
• Expert level knowledge of Azure or AWS cost management services with associated certifications
• Proficient in any of the following – Atlassian JIRA platform, Service Now 
• Experience with one or more Infrastructure as Code languages: Terraform, CloudFormation, Python, or general API Integration, PowerBI
   

Additional Information

Primary work location is Blackrock based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter Jemma Doran is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are 

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand. Zurich in Ireland is part of Zurich Insurance Group, a leading multi-line insurer that serves its customers in global and local markets. Our 55,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer a competitive compensation package and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit. 

At Zurich we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best qualified individuals available, without regard to race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.
 

Job Summary

Zurich Life Assurance Plc is looking for an experienced Pension Claims Administrator to work in our Pension Claims Team. 
Pensions. 

The role itself will focus on what matters to Zurich customers. Meeting customer demands is a key part of this role. The role
offers you the ability to expand your knowledge base and create future opportunities within Corporate Life &
Pensions.

This role may be available part-time or full time. 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.

Your Role

As a Claims Administrator your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

 
•    To support the development and routine operation of a high performing team, which operates on the basis of self-organisation and that demonstrates alignment to the operating principles
•    Processing Pension Retirement Claims for a number of products including Defined Contribution Occupation Pension Schemes, Buy Out Bonds & AVCs. This will involve ensuring that requests are processed in accordance with the Product and legislative requirements
•    Conduct interactions with our customers - with empathy, listening to and understanding their needs
•    Dealing with broker and customer phone call and email queries
•    Complaints handling
•    Keeping abreast of legislative and industry changes and incorporating these into Company practice
 

Your Skills and Experience

As a Pensions Claims Administrator your skills and qualifications will include: 

 
•    Hold/be progressing towards a recognised industry qualification that meets Central Bank Minimum Competency Requirements. 
•    Minimum 3 years’ experience working with Pension Claims or a similar environment, including good working knowledge of Defined Contribution Occupation Pension Schemes, Buy Out Bonds & AVCs
•    Knowledge of Revenue legislation regarding Pension Claims 
•    Experience in the authorisation of retirement claims an advantage – including checking of work to ensure that calculations & requests are processed in accordance with the Product and legislative requirement
•    Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel 
•    Previous administration experience essential
•    Working knowledge of LIFE/400 an advantage
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skill
•    Be enthusiastic, ambitious, and highly motivated
•    Be well organised, results driven and capable of working to tight deadlines
•    Good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills 
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•    Excellent attention to detail is essential
•    Strong customer focus and ability to build relationships internally and externally
 

Additional Information

Primary work location is Blackrock. Position is Dublin-based but occasional travel may be required to other
Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is
looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are

Zurich is one Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life
insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and
Wexford.
Zurich is a strong brand, Zurich in Ireland is part of Zurich Insurance Group, a leading multi-line insurer that
serves its customers in global and local markets. Our 55,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our
success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to
understand and protect themselves from risk.

In order to deliver our services, we offer a competitive
compensation package and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee
you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity
and team spirit.

At Zurich we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best qualified individuals available,
without regard to race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.

Job Summary

Zurich Insurance plc is looking for an Agri Market Facing Underwriter for a 12 month fixed term contract to join our Business Lines Department. The Agri Underwriter is responsible for the account management of our Farm Protection Business through our Direct Customers & Broker partners.

Develop and maintain relationships with our Farm Business Development Managers, Direct Customers & Broker partners in support of business retention and acquisition and to determine their insurance related needs and provide solutions.

Contribute to the development of propositions and apply organisations quality standards in order to deliver profitable business results. 

The Underwriter will be working closely with Sales and Distribution and other internal operations, such as Product, Claims, Personal Lines and Finance to ensure all areas of the business are managed according to the Zurich Way of Underwriting and within delegated authority levels

This role may be available part-time or full time. 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.

Your Role

As an Agri Market Facing Underwriter your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

• Builds relationships with key customers and distributors and manages strategic distributors’ agreements and terms of business with Zurich
• Under direct supervision; underwrite and analyses new and renewal" business utilising the Zurich Way of Underwriting framework and within delegated authority levels.
• Specific job tasks for area of responsibility include:
• Measuring exposure & analysing risk primarily for business referred by our online quotation tools/products
• Quoting & setting coverage for cases not automatically rated/accepted
• Negotiating terms & conditions
• Contribute to managing accounts 
• Build relationships in support of customer/business acquisition and retention (e.g., by handling a range of queries, providing advice to assist with the development of an account)
• Implementing agreed technical standards, controls, practices and procedures, thereby maintaining underwriting discipline
• Proactively contribute ideas and work for the development of new or enhanced propositions based on technical, customer and distributor insights
• Adhere to Central Bank compliance standards of operating
• Demonstrate high level of quality assurance in all elements of the underwriting process
• Ensure any issues arising are dealt with in accordance with Zurich standards and that where appropriate issues escalated in a timely fashion
• Responsible for relationship management 
• Responsible for the maintenance of all customer
• Underwriting Records in accordance with regulatory /statutory and internal requirements.

Relationships

Internal Relationship

• Active engage and interact where necessary with Risk Engineering, Claims, Underwriting Technical Centre, Distribution Management, Proposition Development and other functional areas

External Relationship

• Build key relationships with customers, distributors, tied agents and business partners
• Engagement and participate in promotion of Zurich at events when appropriate

Skills and Experience

As a Market Facing Underwriter your skills and qualifications will include: 

Qualification, Knowledge & Experience:

• A minimum of 2 Grade C3/H5 at Higher Level in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) or FETAC Level 6 Diploma. 
• Bachelor’s degree and / or holds or is working towards relevant professional qualifications i.e. CIP, ACII. 
• Minimum 3 Years industry knowledge in Commercial Insurance 
• Underwriting Authority Level Min 1
• Excellent technical insurance knowledge, including specific knowledge in the Agricultural sector

Skills & Competencies:

• Advanced knowledge of the Insurance Industry is required, specific knowledge of the Agricultural sector would be beneficial 
• Thorough understanding of the relevant systems, sales practices in addition to our products being sold in the market 
• Solid understanding of Underwriting practices, rules and performance metrics
• A high level of experience in contributing to and working effectively as part of a successful team 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills supporting an ability to develop and maintain valuable and productive relationships with key customers 
• Excellent planning and organisational skills 
• Strong Problem-solving, decision-making and judgment skills
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements 
• Supports organisational change and improvement 
• Ability to drive and manage own work
• All employees are expected to work in accordance with the values laid out in Zurich Basics. 

Benefits

Zurich offer a very attractive remuneration package and benefits. Some of our benefits include:

• Educational support to complete the APA exams; and training & development opportunities
• Bonus of up to 15% annually on top of basic salary
• Personal insurance discounts; including Motor and Travel Insurance
• Health Insurance Subsidy
• Membership of the Company's active Sports & Social Club
• A Zurich Contributory Pension Scheme
• Laptop

Additional Information

Primary work location will be Wexford. Occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

Some benefits include: Training & development opportunities; Staff Pension Scheme; Free on-site parking; Sports and Social Club; Bike to work/Tax Saver; Bicycle Parking & Shower Facilities; and more.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford.

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.

At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!

Cloud Engineer ( Data Analytics)- Hybrid

Established in 2013 and now based in Blackrock, the Dublin Technology Centre delivers best in industry infrastructure and security services across the Zurich Insurance Group. Whether it's with one of our core capabilities such as Cyber Security, or working with our Cloud or Crowdsourcing teams, our customers are our priority. We work hard to deliver our services excellently with our unique talent. We are committed to working with the best and brightest people from the broadest talent pool possible. We believe a diversity of ideas fosters innovation and engagement, allows us to attract the best people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. Qualified individuals from all walks of life are encouraged to apply.

They are currently recruiting for a Cloud Engineer ( Data Analytics). 

The role of Cloud Engineer operates within the Cloud Engagement Office (CEO) team in our Cloud Centre of Excellence (CCoE). The CCoE is a cross-functional team responsible for developing and managing the cloud strategy, governance, and best practices that the rest of the organization can leverage to transform the business using the cloud. This role has a particular emphasis on providing Data Analytics support to our Cloud products. Key focus areas will include data driven reporting, dashboards and recognising value of Cloud products to our customers. This is not a coding role, although there are opportunities to utilise coding skills as required.
The CEO is recognised as the conduit for internal customers of Zurich’s multi-cloud platform to accelerate cloud adoption across the business and manage the roadmap for cloud migrations. The CEO product portfolio spans Cloud Advisory, FinOps, Risk & Compliance and Cloud Education. The Cloud Engineer (Data Analytics) role would appeal to a person who enjoys variety and developing opportunities within an evolving global function.
 

Your Role

As part of the CEO team delivering across the CEO and Cloud product portfolio your responsibilities will include:

• Reducing manual effort by the introduction of automation though programmatic means using code – APIs, Python, Terraform or Cloud Formation
• Maintain a JIRA based backlog for the Data Analytics function within the CEO team
• Perform source data analytics and tooling integration to enhance the CEO products and wider CCoE products
• Support the definition and development of the KPIs and reporting structures to demonstrate how cloud services align with the business objectives
• Manage stakeholders and multiple initiatives across the cloud product portfolio in a trusted advisor capacity
• Continuous alignment with other CCoE Product teams where required to ensure continuous  development of an iterative cloud road map to plan for ongoing changes to services\platforms as technologies emerge and new features are requested by users
• Maintain a progressive relationship with Zurich’s third party suppliers
• Develop and promote an automation culture in Zurich
• Show initiative, own issues, and take on challenges on behalf of CCoE & CEO
• Become familiar with wider IT, CCoE Services and processes
• Become familiar with and adhere to Zurich security and architecture policies 
   

Your Skills & Experience

As part of the CEO team delivering across the CEO and Cloud product portfolio your skills and responsibilities will include:

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+years’ experience delivering data driven analytics and reporting services in a large-scale enterprise environment
• Proven experience in PowerBI for dashboards, workflows and power apps
• Proficiency in AWS or Azure services with relevant associated certifications 
• Relevant degree or diploma programme of study
• Understand IT Infrastructure methodologies and cloud technical constructs
• Project, program or service delivery management experience in virtual/cloud infrastructures
• Proven experience of working within supplier-led service delivery models
• Proven ability to succeed in collaborative work environments using Agile methodologies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6+years’ experience delivering data driven analytics and reporting services in a large-scale enterprise environment
• Expert level knowledge of AWS with associated certifications
• Proficient in any of the following – Atlassian JIRA platform, Service Now 
• Experience with one or more Infrastructure as Code languages: Terraform, CloudFormation, Python, or general API Integration, O365 suite
   

Additional Information

Primary work location is Blackrock based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter Jemma Doran is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are 

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.
 
At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!
 

Planning & Performance Management Accountant-Hybrid

Zurich Insurance Plc is looking for a Qualified Accountant to fill a position in the Planning and Performance Management (PPM) team. The Planning and Performance Management Accountant is a key resource for the business with responsibility for providing financial analysis and support, in order to drive the performance of the Ireland General Insurance Business Unit. In this role the successful candidate will report to the Head of Planning and Performance and have regular interaction with the Country CFO and wider senior Management.

Your Role

As a PPM Accountant your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

Planning and Forecasting

• Annually produce a comprehensive 3-year Budget for the General Insurance business, explaining movements and providing commentary on movements from previous forecasts. 
• Working with the business to update forecasts for inclusion in reporting pack on a quarterly basis.
• Reporting of results to European Group Senior Management including commentary and associated Packs.

Management Reporting and Business Support

• Understanding the financial results and communicating these to business management teams and underwriting where required.
• Produce Monthly management information packs.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide business commentary.
• Providing the necessary financial support for production of Business unit reviews packs.
• Product and segment profitability analysis.
• Ad-hoc Management information reports.
• Respond to business queries and follow up on identified issues.

Other Duties 

• Act as a Finance point of contact on Project teams. 
• Work closely with local Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) team to ensure correct booking of all accounting numbers and to ensure the integrity of the entity balance sheet.
• Continuous development of tools and automation of processes in reporting area.

Performance Management Accountabilities 

• Model behaviors that demonstrate commitment to corporate values. 
• Participate fully as a team member and contribute to the improved performance of the team. 
• Expand knowledge and exchange it with team members and business partners. 

Your Skills & Experience

As Qualified Accountant your skills and qualifications will include: 

Qualifications:

• Qualified accountant ACA, ACCA or CIMA with at least 2+ year’s PQE.
• Strong academic background with relevant Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience within the Insurance industry would be beneficial.

Technical Competencies:

• Good understanding of Insurance and Financial Services.
• Manage multiple concurrent tasks within strict timelines.
• Ability to work as part of team working to tight deadlines.
• Ability to operate effectively in business partner role.
• Advanced numerical & analytical skills.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting concepts.
• Advanced MS Office skills, with emphasis on MS Excel and Powerpoint.

Non-Technical Competencies:

• Positive, flexible can-do attitude.
• Take ownership for area of responsibility.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise key deliverables.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Self-starter with ability to use own initiative.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Ability to establish and maintain constructive business relationships with all contacts inside and outside the Company.
• Customer focused approach.

Integrity:

• Working at all times lawfully and in accordance with pre-defined regulatory, compliance and financial requirements e.g. Data Protection, Code of Conduct, Health & Safety and regulator standards.
• Working at all times in accordance with group/company policy and processes.
• At all times follow best practice.

Additional Information

Primary work location is Blackrock based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter Jemma Doran is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are 

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.
 
At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!