Regulatory / Legal Senior Project Manager - 11 Months Mat Cover (Part-Time, Job-Share, Full-Time)
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd, Can be based anywhere
Regulatory / Legal Senior Project Manager - 11 Months Mat Cover (Part-Time, Job-Share, Full-Time)
£80000
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd, Can be based anywhere
- Full time
- Temporary
- Remote working
Posted 2 days ago, 25 Oct | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: ad6500c39e8545cda694062ae229138e
Full Job Description
- Takes accountability for a successful implementation of portfolio transfers migrations.
- Ability to define and implement appropriate processes required to meet the project objectives.
- Understand and interpret business objectives, goals and targets into tangible deliverables.
- Strong stakeholder management, to manage stakeholders across different countries, both internally and externally, and at different levels of seniority
- Collaborative by nature, you'll understand the need to work with other business areas, buyers, lawyers, and regulators. You'll be able to drive activity and understand the deliverables involved, as well as meet challenging timelines.
- Be confident when it comes to change and able to deal with conflict and resolution, which often hinges on complex dependencies. You'll be responsible for the planning and delivery of projects critical to the success of ZLS objectives.
- You'll have a naturally consultative approach and will be able to provide leadership, advice, guidance, coaching and direction to project team members.
- Troubleshooting and resolution of any issues affecting the project will be key, followed by implementing remedial action and developing quality plans.
- You'll be used to working within a governance framework, providing appropriate controls and reporting on project progress, benefits and achievements in a timely and efficient manner. A bit about ZLS: ZLS is a global function responsible for working with Business Units ("BUs") across the Zurich Group to manage their capital. This is achieved by taking onboard management control of legacy portfolios and transacting them in the market through long-term reinsurance solutions or by legal transfer. The team is mainly based in the UK and the US, supporting BUs across the globe. ZLS is a high-profile team within the Zurich Group with direct reporting lines to the Head of Group Treasury and the Group CFO. Further, ZLS is seen as a market leader in legacy disposals across the worldwide external legacy market.
- Delivery of complex projects is essential, alongside the proven capability of managing multiple senior stakeholders.
- Ability to operate in an ambiguous environment and adapt yourself and the project as required.
- Experience in managing or delivering through others without direct line management.
- You will provide knowledge of a variety of project management tools and have experience in delivering projects using a variety of delivery methodologies, e.g. Waterfall and Scrum.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; in particular experience in preparing PowerPoint presentations to a high standard. Preferred:
- Delivery of cross-border projects
- Project management experience in a corporate M&A environment.
- Report and presentation writing skills for different purposes, including project governance, regulators, and Boards.
- An understanding of IT and data combined with a high degree of financial & commercial awareness.
- Working knowledge of the legacy insurance market.
- Working knowledge of Part VII (or equivalent) transfer process and regulatory engagement. 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.
- 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.
We are seeking a proactive team player to join the Operations team within Zurich Legacy Solutions ("ZLS") to cover a maternity leave. We expect the individual to be execution focused, calm under pressure, and a problem solver able to navigate and enable the delivery of complex portfolio migrations and transfers. The role is to provide project management for the migration of portfolios to counterparts, including the facilitation of any legal transfer and regulatory engagement. This role would be focused on non-US portfolios across the globe and include end to end project management of IT, Data and People change related to these portfolio transfers. An ideal candidate is a person with a strong project management skill set, with particular strength in stakeholder management and knowledge of insurance portfolio management. Ideally, the candidate would also have a good knowledge of Part VII (or equivalent) transfers, regulatory engagement and experience working on of the transfer of insurance/reinsurance companies or portfolios. 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.,
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.
Salary: Circa £80k + Car + bonus and an excellent benefits package, So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us. #LI-Hybrid The financials