Job opportunities at Zurich Ireland

Job Summary

The Zurich Life Assurance (ZLAP) IT Department is located in Blackrock, Co Dublin. Zurich Life and Pensions has enjoyed significant growth over the past decade.  Our Business Strategy is key to that growth and significantly enabled by our continued Investment in Digital and Strategic Platforms Platforms.  

Our IT team works collaboratively with local Business Change, subject matter experts and key 3rd parties to deliver and manage IT platforms that support the business strategy of e and Pensions, Ireland.

ZLAP remains committed to transforming our IT landscape. The dynamic of ZLAP’s IT department will continue to evolve over time with the development of these transformation programmes. This will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to develop new skills and further career opportunities.

Applications are invited for the above position based in the ZLAP’s IT Team

Your Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in the IT Department with responsibilities including:

•    Lead on the strategy and development of Salesforce as an enterprise-wide solution for ZLAP
•    Collaborate with wider project teams on the end-to-end delivery of complex software solutions. 
•    Lead the end-to-end delivery of the business-critical software enhancements.
•    Be proactive in the development of Salesforces with key stakeholders.

Duties will include but will not be limited to:

•    Lead on the design & development of ZLAP’s Salesforce platforms
•    Working on cross functional project teams to implement complex business solution
•    Lead on decision making in the design of the Salesforce platforms and the integration to existing Services Orientated Architecture
•    Upskilling of & supporting existing team members who will be a mix of local and 3rd party resources
•    Tracking, control and resolution of software issues and queries.
•    Mange ZLAP’s and Salesforce’s periodic releases

Additional Job Functions:

•    Lead a small team of Salesforce resources (near-shore & off-shore)
•    Ability to help keep team motivated in high pressure  situations.
•    Manage team workloads and support their development
•    Experience in all areas of the software development life cycle.
•    Responds maturely to ambiguity and complexity.
•    Builds good working relationships with Enterprise Architect, Team members within IT Department, Test Team and Project Management.

Your Skills and Experience

Technical Skills & Knowledge & Education: 
 
Having one or more of the following technical competencies:

•    Project delivery in a multi-tier enterprise grade applications
•    Extensive Salesforce configuration and development experience
•    Salesforce Platform Developer I and II certified
•    Object-Oriented Software development experience and associated development languages, 
•    API Integration (SOAP, Rest) experience
•    Mulesoft Knowledge and advantage
•    Experience with data structures and querying languages SOQL/SOSL
•    Experience on Continuous Integration tools like Team city or Bamboo or equivalent
•    General Insurance industry knowledge, would be an advantage
•    Experience with working with offshore colleagues, would be an advantage

Competencies and behaviours
 

Non-Technical Competencies:

•    Proactive, enthusiastic with a hunger for excellence
•    Able to cope with fast moving environment with varying workloads and pressures.
•    Problem solving and judgement skills
•    A good team worker, building team spirit
•    Sets high standards for quality and quantity
•    Takes personal responsibility for resolving issues
•    An ability to work independently and under limited supervision 
•    Good interpersonal skills and the confidence to deal with customers and 3rd Parties on a pro-active basis
•    Works in a systematic, methodical & orderly way
•    Strong influencing skills.

Competencies & Behaviours:

•    Demonstrate commitment to corporate values.
•    Take accountability for participating in the Performance management cycle. 
•    Take action to improve performance on the job.
•    Assist and support co-workers.
•    Take action to manage own personal development.
•    Approach tasks with a ‘Can Do’ attitude
 

Additional Information

This is a hybrid role which will require 2-3 days in office per week. 

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.
 

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

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.

Job Summary

This role sits within the Business Change function primarily supporting the Portfolio Manager, the Head of Business change and the programme/project managers 

The purpose of the role is to implement and maintain controls across the portfolio to in the areas of finances, suppliers, and reporting. 

This is a 12-month maternity cover position. 

Your Role

 Key accountabilities will include: 

Programme Management Office Support: 

•    Monitor Programme reporting and assist the Portfolio Manager in reporting to Senior Management. 
•    Update and maintain the Risk Log, Action Log, Decisions Log, and Issue Register 
•    Ensure the appropriate programme benefits are identified, quantified and their realisation planned 
•    Ensure cross-programme dependencies are managed and the dependency log is accurately maintained. 
•    Provide a quality assurance role in line with defined Programme Management Office process. 
•    Coordinate project closure to distil good practice and ensure lessons learned are logged. 
•    Ensure efficient change control methods and process are utilised 

Financial Tracking & Control

•    Ensure programmes and projects are set up and adhere to our standard processes and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting (e.g. accurate updating of timesheets, accurate recording of supplier spend both invoiced and accrued, accurate maintenance of forecasts).
•    Work with projects and programmes in accurately reporting on actual YTD project / programme spend vs budget with reference to information provided by finance.
•    Work with projects & programme to ensure financial plans are actively managed in line with agreed targets / budgets.
•    Collate and provide financial management information in a timely basis to relevant change governance forums. 
•    Group Portfolio Financial Reporting

• Support the agreement of the Ireland Change portfolio & set up in Planview (Group Portfolio reporting Tool)
•  Support Group PMO in ongoing updating and monitoring of the Ireland Change portfolio finances and benefits 
• Establish on going constructive engagement with key customers and partners (Finance, Project Managers, Suppliers and Group) to ensure that financial objectives and controls are updated to meet our overall requirements.

Supplier Management & Control

• Support programme & project managers in the raising of Purchase orders in line with company standards and controls
• Support programme and project managers in the management of supplier invoices to ensure invoices are actively challenged and approved and accurately allocated to relevant cost centre / project.
• Support programme & project managers in on boarding new suppliers to ensure we are adhering to company and Group standards.
• Maintain appropriate record keeping relating to supplier Purchase Orders & invoices 
• Maintain up an up to date inventory of supplier contracts to support on- going vendor and financial management objectives. 

Your Skills and Experience

Core Technical Competencies

•    Experience of project financial management & reporting 
•    Experience of developing financial plans / budgets 
•    Experience of project planning / delivery is desirable
•    Experience of risk management is desirable
•    Highly numerate 
•    Expert level in MS Excel 
•    Experience of Confluence/JIRA toolset for projects is desirable     

Non-Technical Competencies 

•    Strong attention to detail, highly analytical mindset 
•    Strong problem solving / critical reasoning capabilities 
•    Demonstrable ability to work to tight deadlines   
•    Proactive and flexible approach; ability to work effectively with multiple priorities in parallel
•    Confidence in applying judgment based on own experience
•    Comfortable in dealing with a diverse set of stakeholders 
•    Strong written & verbal communications
  

Additional Information

This is a hybrid role which will require 2-3 days in office per week. 

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.
 

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

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.

Job Summary

Zurich Life Assurance plc is looking for a part-time Group Pensions Administrator for the Annual Reporting team. The role itself will focus on understanding what matters to Zurich customers. Meeting regulatory deadlines is a key part of this role. The role offers you the ability to expand your knowledge base and create future opportunities within the Corporate Life & Pensions area. 

Your Role

As a Group Pensions Administrator in the Annual Reporting Team your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

•    Processing the group pension annual renewals from reconciling the schemes to issuing the  Annual Pension Benefit Statements.
•    Supporting the oversight of the Trustee Annual Reports including the preparation and review of audit documentation.
•    Support in issuing Pension Benefit Statements cover letters to brokers/Employers on monthly basis.
•    Managing day to day queries by supporting the team mailbox and queues in a timely manner.
•    Maintain an understanding and awareness on key aspects of Pension Regulations, IORPII directive, Master Trusts.
•    Identify areas where the service to members could be improved.
•    Assist in more Complex/project work.
•    Provide back-up support on schemes and other work priorities across the team.
•    Adhering to all data protection requirements.
•    Handling of queries from Client companies, trustees, auditors.
 

Your Skills and Experience

As a Group Pensions Administrator for the Annual reporting team your skills and qualifications will include: 

•    1-3 years of pension’s administration experience or account reconciliation. 
•    Proficient knowledge of MS Office Products, with specific emphasis on expertise in Excel, is a must. 
•    Strong numeric ability. 
•    Excellent analytical skills. 
•    Knowledge of Defined Contribution pension schemes – specifically knowledge about monthly contribution processing and annual renewal processing. 
•    Be well organised and capable of working to tight deadlines 
•    Excellent interpersonal skills 
•    Ability to work independently and also in a dynamic team environment 
•    Be enthusiastic ambitious self-starter 
•    Ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships with all colleagues and clients.
•    Attention to detail is essential along with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•    Its desirable to be working towards a recognised industry qualification that meets Central Bank Minimum Competency Requirements e.g. IIPM/QFA
 

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.

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Job Summary

The Zurich Life Assurance IT Department is located in Blackrock, Co Dublin. Zurich Life and Pensions has enjoyed significant growth over the past decade.  Our Business Strategy is key to that growth and significantly enabled by our continued Investment in Digital and Strategic Platforms.  

Our IT team works collaboratively with local Business Change, subject matter experts and key 3rd parties to deliver and manage IT platforms that support the business strategy of Zurich Life and Pensions, Ireland.

The Zurich Life Assurance business remains committed to transforming our IT landscape. The dynamic of our IT department will continue to evolve over time with the development of these transformation programmes. This will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to develop new skills and further career opportunities.

Your Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in the Life400 Development Team with responsibilities including: 

•    Collaborate with wider project teams on the end-to-end delivery of software solutions. 
•    Participate in the end-to-end delivery of the business-critical software enhancements.
•    Be proactive in the development of the Life400 application with key stakeholders.
•    Participate in necessary activities to ensure Life400 availability.

Duties will include but will not be limited to:

•    Working on cross functional project teams to implement complex business solution.
•    Tracking, control and resolution of software issues and queries.
•    Code instructions for programs/objects/components; configure packaged applications.
•    Document and implement programs according to development and security standards, procedures, and conventions.
•    Prepare and execute Unit Test plans and document results.
•    Troubleshoot code in order to resolve application issues.
•    Evaluate IT business processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
 

Your Skills and Experience

Technical Skills & Knowledge & Education: 
 
Having one or more of the following technical competencies:

•    Project delivery experience on the Life400 application.
•    Extensive Life400 development experience.
•    Knowledge of working in an API led environment. 
•    Experience with data structures and querying languages SOQL/SOSL.
•    Life Insurance industry knowledge would be an advantage.
•    Experience with working with offshore colleagues, would be an advantage.
 

Non-Technical Competencies:

•    Proactive, enthusiastic with a hunger for excellence.
•    Able to cope with fast moving environment with varying workloads and pressures.
•    Problem solving and judgement skills.
•    A good team worker.
•    Sets high standards for quality and quantity.
•    Takes personal responsibility for resolving issues.
•    An ability to work independently and under limited supervision. 
•    Good interpersonal skills and the confidence to deal with customers and 3rd Parties on a pro-active basis.
•    Works in a systematic, methodical & orderly way.

Competencies & Behaviours:

•    Demonstrate commitment to corporate values.
•    Assist and support co-workers.
•    Approach tasks with a ‘Can Do’ attitude. 

Additional Information

This is a hybrid role which will require 2-3 days in office per week. 

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.
 

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

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.

Data Scientist- Senior Compliance Consultant, EMEA

The Zurich Technical Centre of Excellence EMEA (TCOE EMEA) has highly skilled professionals who are experts in their respective areas. Applying extensive knowledge and experience, they provide a wide range of services as part of EMEA and Zurich Insurance Europe AG (ZIE). The TCOE EMEA is a regional hub where knowledge is shared and skills are developed. It is a place which drives innovation, shares knowledge, and develops skills. Delivering specialised services as part of EMEA and ZIE, applying extensive expertise and a commitment to teamwork and excellence.

As a Data Scientist / Senior Compliance Consultant for the EMEA region, you will contribute to the creation, implementation, and evaluation of compliance programs within the EMEA Regional Compliance Team. This team oversees several diverse Compliance Teams (Life, Retail and Commercial) with varying levels of scale and complexity. The role will concentrate on leveraging data analytics, automation, and AI to future-proof our ability to support the region by utilizing the latest technologies and data-driven methods. We are seeking a data expert (with assurance experience) to join our team and assist in our data management and oversight responsibilities as well as providing support to the Regional Compliance Officer 

Your Role

As a Data Scientist, Senior Compliance Consultant within the EMEA region you responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to the further enhancement of the Regional Data Management Strategy (including assurance) ensuring further insight from data analytics, automation, and AI solutions.
• Drive further automation in our current processes. Collate reports / dashboards from multiple business units and evaluate data and reports (automate and standardize current process). Perform data-related functions including analysis, cleansing, mapping, and visualization.
• Coordinate with management, business leads, and Compliance teams in simplifying, embedding, and automating controls and testing where appropriate. Candidate should be willing to challenge current processes and practices with a view for improvement.
• Support the regional team in the oversight and management of the Group Assurance Methodology and as appropriate, regional oversight of the ICIF framework for Compliance control activities.
• Present on compliance related matters to stakeholders as required.
• Assist in preparing reports which provide insights and trends.
• Co-ordination of cross-functional processes and projects and delivery of monthly and quarterly reports (MI, insight, trends etc.)

Your Skills & Experience

As a Data Scientist, Senior Compliance Consultant your skills and qualifications will include:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Data Science / Accounting / Business / Risk
• 3 or more years’ experience in the Financial Services area
• Statistical programming experience e.g., Python / SQL etc
• Excellent Data Management and MI interpretation skills
• Solid analytical skills combined with the ability to deliver effective management information and reporting
• Strong MS application skills, (Excel, Power Automate, and Power BI a must)
• Data visualization skills
• Effective communication and negotiation skills

Non-Technical Competencies:

• Positive and flexible attitude to change
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Exceptional accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to think in a clear and logical manner
• Excellent time management of task delivery
• Ability to work independently using own initiative and to work a part of a team
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines
• Structured and organized approach to problem solving
• Ability to locate and leverage all available information to make informed decisions and to solve problems
   

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!
 

Background

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.

Zurich Dublin Technology Center is looking for an Information Security Assurance Lead to join the Global Information Security Governance team focusing on Controls and Assurance

Your Role

As an Information Security Assurance Lead your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

•    Holistically review and carry out technical control's assurance on Zurich’s core security technologies, core cloud public and private platforms, including major SaaS providers to provide assurance that security controls are operating effectively.  
•    Document assurance findings linked to security controls, highlighting gaps, issues and the effectiveness of controls. Where relevant support risk assessments with SME advice.  
•    Advise and support on internal controls assurance (i.e. SOC2) for technical security controls
•    Support the creation and updating of Information Security Standards, Procedures and Metrics (KPI’s/KRI’s) to support technical security controls
 

Your Skills and Experience

As an Information Security Assurance Lead your skills and qualifications will include:
 

• Solid understanding of how security technologies operate covering identity, anti-malware, DLP, network/perimeter, vulnerability management, mobility/endpoint and cyber detection
• Solid understanding of internal controls assurance, auditing and reviewing of security governance and technology
• Strong knowledge of controls frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001 and SOC2
• Strong technical understanding of cloud architecture
• Ability to present complex issues and technical risk to non-technical audiences in a manner so they understand the risk/issue
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CCSK, CCSP or CISM.   

Additional Information

Primary work location is Trident House, 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 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 Underwriting Administrator to be involved in the processing and issue of new risk policies for the Life side of the business (Pensions, Life and Protection, Savings and Investments) .

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 Underwriting Administrator your role will heavily involve the processing of New Business Risk applications. The candidate will need to provide a high quality on demand services for customers and brokers and have the ability to organise their own flow of work within the department.
 
As the Underwriting Administrator your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

 
• Input and issue of Risk policies
• Post processing for insurance applications
• Dealing with broker queries (via mail, email and telephone)
• Issuing letters, mails and Documents to Brokers

Your Skills and Experience

As the Underwriting Administrator your skills and qualifications will include: 

 
• The successful candidate will display excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
• You will be committed to achieving excellent customer outcomes. 
• You will possess excellent organisational skills and display the ability to manage your time and workload as required, while displaying a flexible approach to your work and learning. 
• You will be highly accurate in the daily processing that is completed. 
• You will have good computer and keyboard skills.

Additional Information

 Primary work location is Blackrock, Co.Dublin.

 
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. 

Capital Actuary

The Zurich Technical Centre of Excellence EMEA (TCOE EMEA) has highly skilled professionals who are experts in their respective areas. Applying extensive knowledge and experience, they provide a wide range of services as part of EMEA and Zurich Insurance Europe AG (ZIE). The TCOE EMEA is a regional hub where knowledge is shared and skills are developed. It is a place which drives innovation, shares knowledge, and develops skills. Delivering specialised services as part of EMEA and ZIE, applying extensive expertise and a commitment to teamwork and excellence.
 

The TCOE is looking for a qualified / part-qualified Capital Actuary / Actuarial Analyst to work in the TCOE Capital Actuarial team on the production and methodology of the Solvency II Internal Capital Model and other related actuarial and capital management processes, to enable ZIE to meet its requirements in these topics, including the internal governance rules, actuarial and accounting standards and regulatory expectations. 
 

You will perform complex / routine actuarial, capital and performance analytic tasks as assigned with minimal direct supervision. The successful candidate will be delivering work to consistently high quality standards, including professional standards. This role will be based in the IFSC. 

Your Role

As a Capital Actuary, your responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

General

•    Provide actuarial/capital model services, including tasks in the production of quarterly SCR, with minimal supervision by a more experienced actuary.
•    Perform more complex actuarial/capital model analyses as assigned under the supervision of a more experienced actuary, including review and validation of elements of the Internal Model.
•    Demonstrate increasing knowledge of actuarial disciplines and procedures to be able to provide high class service to internal customers.
•    Support and participate in cross-functional discussions across Internal Model and other topics.
•    Collaborate with individuals and teams across the TCOE, ZIE HO and Zurich Group as necessary.
•    Effectively manage and develop relationships with senior colleagues within the company.

Capital

•    Under general direction, manage the ongoing requirements for defined risk types of the Solvency II Internal Model, ensuring compliance with internal governance rules and regulatory expectations.
•    Manage the production and reporting of results for defined risk types of the Solvency II Internal Model, including reviewing results, providing briefings to management, preparing reporting templates and internal controls.
•    Reconciliation of inputs, parameters, and outputs of the production runs for defined risk types of the Solvency II Internal Model.
•    Support the annual model recalibration and parameter reviews.
•    Perform first line validation work, support model change and independent validation activities.
•    Further develop and enhance processes, methods, documentation, and technical tools.
•    Contribute to actuarial and capital management tasks such as SCR scenarios, SCR monitoring, reinsurance renewals and portfolio transfers.
•    Provide input and support to Solvency II compliance including the ORSA, AFR, RSR, SFCR, Profit and Loss Attribution report, QRTs and other relevant regulatory reporting.
•    Assist the Finance, Capital, Reinsurance, Risk and Investment teams on an ad-hoc basis.
•    Undertake projects as agreed with the TCOE EMEA Actuarial Lead and Head of Capital Actuarial.
 

Your Skills and Experience

As Capital Actuary / Actuarial Analyst, your skills and experience will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
 

•    Nearly/newly qualified (per local society)
•    Several years of actuarial experience, preferably non-life.
•    Experience in multiple functions strongly preferred.

Knowledge

•    Intermediate knowledge of actuarial professional guidance and relevant legislation.
•    Intermediate knowledge of finance and accounting practices, financial analysis, SII capital models (Internal Model and/or Standard Formula) and regulatory reporting; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
•    Intermediate knowledge of the insurance industry's trends, directions, major issues, regulatory considerations, and trendsetters.
•    Intermediate knowledge, insight, and understanding of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
•    Intermediate knowledge of practices and policies governing disclosure of information about the organization, its business activities, and employees; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

Technical Skills

•    Advanced knowledge of and ability to use spreadsheet software. 
•    Knowledge in R is a plus.
•    Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of other

statistical and actuarial tools and techniques and ability to apply modelling processes and techniques to facilitate risk and capital management decisions.

 

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 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 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!

Job Summary

This role will support the internal Procurement team to carry out our Procurement & Sourcing management strategy. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of all spend categories with a particular focus on IT and External Professional Services. Knowledge of the financial services sector would be an advantage. Excellent market & supplier knowledge and best practice using most appropriate sourcing methods.

Your Role

The selected candidate will demonstrate strong sourcing strategy skills and use these effectively to ensure business risks are minimized, contractual value is maximised, and appropriate governance is established & managed. A key deliverable will be to manage the year-on-year cost reduction efforts and deliver these cost savings against agreed targets.

Align with business functions to ensure optimal Supplier Performance Management (SPM) programme which includes establishing tailored performance metrics with each supplier with the help of supplier scorecards & dashboards. Participating in regular supplier review processes with key operational stakeholders.

Responsibilities will include (and not be limited to): 

• Ensuring that all category spends are optimally sourced and managed in accordance with appropriate Zurich governance and risk policies.
• Driving the Zurich cost reduction effort and delivering realisable cost savings for the business
• Ensuring that appropriate due diligence is carried out on all sourcing activity.
• Execute sourcing events using most suitable sourcing tools /channels
• Developing appropriate category management strategies across all areas of spend while supporting vendor consolidation where possible.
• Acting as a source of expert market & supplier knowledge for each spend category
• Gathering qualitative & quantitative data as required from internal & external networking/benchmarking.
• Working closely with Legal Dept.  and internal oversight function in the drafting and execution of vendor contracts.
• Maintaining strong working relationships with operational and senior stakeholders, to fully understand and help shape business requirements.
• Actively supporting Zurich’s Sustainability and Social Enterprise agenda through implementation of Supplier Code of Conduct and partnership development Social Enterprise sector

Your Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you must have proven sourcing and procurement management skills with the ability to interact, converse and share ideas effectively with colleagues and suppliers at all levels of our business.

As part of the selection process, the successful applicant will be expected to demonstrate the behaviours and criteria below:

1. Team-oriented, with proved collaboration and leadership skills.

2. Action oriented with a capacity to drive change and addresses challenges energetically. Degree level qualification or relevant qualification such as IIPMM/CIPS would be desirable.

3. Experienced Project manager

4. Highly self-motivated and directed coupled with a strong client service orientation

5. 5 years or more, experience in procurement & sourcing, with relevant category management level roles, in large/medium sized organisations

6. Familiar with on-line sourcing tools and market leading sourcing approaches e.g., Coupa

7. Ability to efficiently manage large volumes of spend data and establish clear & effective recommendations quickly and present these to senior business stakeholders.

8. Capacity to proactively engage with the business and supply market and be prepared to robustly challenge current thinking within the business.

9. Proven ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

10.Have good knowledge of contracting process, terms and conditions.

11. High level presentation and communication skills with articulate report writing skills for executive level review.

The ideal candidate for this role will hold the following skill sets:

Problem solving

Decision making

Excellent communication

Effective project management

Good influencer

Strategic thinking

Commercial acumen

Teamwork & collaboration.

Results focus.

Self-motivation and drive 

Ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Additional Information

This is a hybrid role which will require 2-3 days in office per week. 

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.
 

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

Hiring Manager: Neil Hoey 

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.

Background

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.

Zurich Dublin Technology Center is looking for a Security Technology Consultant

Your Role

As a Security Technology Consultant your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
 

As a member of the Security Technology Operations (STO) team, in the position of a Security Technology Consultant you will be working in a multi-disciplinary security team. Specifically working with a security toolkit in a global organisation, your responsibilities will largely be focused in the areas of Secure Managed File Transfer.

Your Skills and Experience

As a Security Technology Consultant your skills and experience will include: 
 

Impressive: 
•    5 years experience with secure managed file transfer (MFT) tools or technology or other similar tooling
•    10 years experience in a security operations or similar information technology position
•    Honours Degree / Bachelor of Science in computing
 

Continuation: 
•    Consulting on managed file transfer (MFT) on a global scale for a multinational
•    Managing incidents and requests as >lv3 SME support
•    Maturing the products features and delivering enhancements 
•    Understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, and firewalls
 

Concise: 
•    In-depth knowledge of Managed File Transfer protocols and technologies, such as SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, and AS2
•    Needs to be motivated to succeed and able to influence those around themselves working as part of a global team
•    Happy to work on a global tool for remote management
•    Clear and concise communicator
•    Confident in the subject matter

Certifications:
•    The following are a bonus (If not obtained a commitment to obtain and continue professional education is essential)
o    CISSP, Security+, Network+, CISM, AWS/Azure Cloud Fundamentals

Additional Information

Primary work location is Trident House, 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 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.