Automation Consultant (Part-Time, Job-Share, Full-Time)

We are seeking an experienced Automation Consultant with strong stakeholder management skills. In this role, you will be responsible for managing relationships with stakeholders and driving the automation pipeline, either through your direct efforts or by providing technical support to others. As we continue to enhance our tools and capabilities, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills, allowing us to deliver increasingly complex Intelligent Automation solutions. 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 the interview about the flexibility you may need. What will you be doing? The Automation Consultant will be responsible for:

• Supporting scoping activities and requirements gathering
• Creating accurate cost and resource estimates and statements of work
• Leading the delivery of projects and coordination of resources, ensuring the stakeholder's concerns are resolved efficiently and effectively
• Developing strong stakeholder relationships
• Owning stakeholder reporting and engagement
• Removing delivery blockers and escalating issues when necessary before they impact the projects
• Contributing to decision-making and best practices as part of the design authority group.
• Acting as a leader to other members of the team
• Supporting the creation of process and solution documentation
• Keeping abreast of emerging technologies and taking responsibility for your own development in new skills that will contribute to the team's success
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate automation solutions seamlessly with existing systems and processes
  
  A minimum of two years of experience using Blue Prism software
• Developer certification in Blue Prism
• Proven ability to engage and manage Stakeholders in complex environments
• Proven presentation skills with the ability to captivate and inform a multi-disciplinary audience
• Excellent attention to detail with a passion for quality with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to facilitate and control meetings and ensure the attendees are focused on achieving the predefined objectives
• Ability to manage influence through persuasion, negotiation, and consensus-building
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to lead multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to rapidly understand business processes, products, systems, and services
• Proficiency in understanding, interpreting, and translating customer requirements into deliverables
• Proven experience in completing End to End automation cycles and production management
• Passionate about delivering high-quality service to Customers, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Basic understanding of IT governance related to testing
• Experience mentoring other team members
• Has the courage (and respect) to question the processes being reviewed to ensure the processes add value, create ROI, and advance the Customer's capability
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.

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 passionate 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've an environment that places a real importance on our people's wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing 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 passionate 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

The financials
• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income Protection.
• Life cover - four times your salary.
Time away
• 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
• The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
Your health is important to us
• Access to Private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.
We're making a difference
• Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the 'UN Business Ambition for 1.5 C' pledge.
• Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.