Head of Change Delivery - UK Markets page is loaded Head of Change Delivery - UK Markets Apply locations GBR - London time type Full time posted on Posted 9 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: July 29, 2025 (3 days left to apply) job requisition id 341011 Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee Head of Change Delivery - UK Markets The Opportunity QBE is seeking a strategic and delivery-focused leader to play a leading role in our 5-year Modernisation Programme looking to transform our technology and business operations. The role will join our Transformation & Technology function as Head of Change Delivery. In this role you'll be responsible for: Shaping and delivering the Technology change roadmap across our UK Markets Business Units (aligning technology with our business strategy to support our ambitious growth targets) Championing innovation and scalability , embedding a culture of continuous improvement with a strong focus on technology trends in UK Retail, Commercial and E-Trade Insurance Lead a team of Programme Managers, Project Managers and Business Analysts, overseeing planning, governance, resource and budget management and ensuring alignment with our delivery standards Your New Role: Lead a team of transformation and technology program and project management professionals assigned to the UK Markets business areas, ensuring successful delivery outcomes. Act as a valued partner to our Business Sponsors, helping to translate business strategy into a deliverable technology roadmap. Contribute to the implementation of project management best practices and oversee project portfolios for transparency and successful execution. Manage budgeted resources by forecasting needs, accounting for expenses, and achieving fiscal responsibility. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and resolve obstacles impacting projects and programs. Develop effective program plans by scoping, budgeting, and establishing delivery timelines and milestones. Monitor project performance metrics to ensure accurate analysis and alignment with business outcomes. Proactively identify and mitigate risks, issues, and concerns across programs. Grow the business acumen of staff supporting specific business areas and allocate resources effectively. Foster a performance enhancement culture through coaching, mentoring, and developing employees. About you Significant experience in the Insurance industry, in particular in UK Retail, Commercial and E-Trade Insurance Experience of influencing at C-Suite level. Experience in managing, prioritising, and scheduling large complex programs and portfolios. Extensive experience in the successful implementation of large-scale business transformation programs and projects. Significant progressive experience in program management, business analytics, business transformation, and change leadership. Experience leading best practice improvements. Experience in demand management processes, planning, and allocating resources. Experience leading large teams and growing professional project management resources. Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created "At My Best ". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA. We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future - helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation ( ). With more than more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind. To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website. At My Best - QBE Benefits You are more than your work - and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. FOR UK ONLY: As well as the benefits below we also offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you! 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days. Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours. Pension - you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary. Private medical insurance - we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family. Family friendly policies - we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent. Short term remote work abroad - you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad. Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own. Cycle-to-Work - benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000. To find out more visit our Reward Page QBE Awards Some of the award's QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include; AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee You can view all our awards here Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent. For more information on our strategy targets please take a look at our Careers Page Accessibility Here at QBE, we are promoting an accessible workplace for all, which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware. ESG & Sustainability At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future. Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce, and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable, and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBE's sustainability targets, including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets, and our award-winning impact investment initiative 'Premiums4Good', please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the "apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role. We believe this is our moment - what if it was yours too? APPLY NOW and let's make it happen! Skills: Business Transformation, Client Counseling, Coaching for success, Critical Thinking, Influencing, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Performance Management (PM), Risk Management . click apply for full job details
Jul 26, 2025
Full time
Head of Change Delivery - UK Markets page is loaded Head of Change Delivery - UK Markets Apply locations GBR - London time type Full time posted on Posted 9 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: July 29, 2025 (3 days left to apply) job requisition id 341011 Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee Head of Change Delivery - UK Markets The Opportunity QBE is seeking a strategic and delivery-focused leader to play a leading role in our 5-year Modernisation Programme looking to transform our technology and business operations. The role will join our Transformation & Technology function as Head of Change Delivery. In this role you'll be responsible for: Shaping and delivering the Technology change roadmap across our UK Markets Business Units (aligning technology with our business strategy to support our ambitious growth targets) Championing innovation and scalability , embedding a culture of continuous improvement with a strong focus on technology trends in UK Retail, Commercial and E-Trade Insurance Lead a team of Programme Managers, Project Managers and Business Analysts, overseeing planning, governance, resource and budget management and ensuring alignment with our delivery standards Your New Role: Lead a team of transformation and technology program and project management professionals assigned to the UK Markets business areas, ensuring successful delivery outcomes. Act as a valued partner to our Business Sponsors, helping to translate business strategy into a deliverable technology roadmap. Contribute to the implementation of project management best practices and oversee project portfolios for transparency and successful execution. Manage budgeted resources by forecasting needs, accounting for expenses, and achieving fiscal responsibility. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and resolve obstacles impacting projects and programs. Develop effective program plans by scoping, budgeting, and establishing delivery timelines and milestones. Monitor project performance metrics to ensure accurate analysis and alignment with business outcomes. Proactively identify and mitigate risks, issues, and concerns across programs. Grow the business acumen of staff supporting specific business areas and allocate resources effectively. Foster a performance enhancement culture through coaching, mentoring, and developing employees. About you Significant experience in the Insurance industry, in particular in UK Retail, Commercial and E-Trade Insurance Experience of influencing at C-Suite level. Experience in managing, prioritising, and scheduling large complex programs and portfolios. Extensive experience in the successful implementation of large-scale business transformation programs and projects. Significant progressive experience in program management, business analytics, business transformation, and change leadership. Experience leading best practice improvements. Experience in demand management processes, planning, and allocating resources. Experience leading large teams and growing professional project management resources. Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created "At My Best ". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA. We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future - helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation ( ). With more than more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind. To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website. At My Best - QBE Benefits You are more than your work - and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. FOR UK ONLY: As well as the benefits below we also offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you! 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days. Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours. Pension - you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary. Private medical insurance - we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family. Family friendly policies - we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent. Short term remote work abroad - you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad. Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own. Cycle-to-Work - benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000. To find out more visit our Reward Page QBE Awards Some of the award's QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include; AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee You can view all our awards here Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent. For more information on our strategy targets please take a look at our Careers Page Accessibility Here at QBE, we are promoting an accessible workplace for all, which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware. ESG & Sustainability At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future. Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce, and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable, and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBE's sustainability targets, including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets, and our award-winning impact investment initiative 'Premiums4Good', please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the "apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role. We believe this is our moment - what if it was yours too? APPLY NOW and let's make it happen! Skills: Business Transformation, Client Counseling, Coaching for success, Critical Thinking, Influencing, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Performance Management (PM), Risk Management . click apply for full job details
Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeServe as modelling and data science partner for assigned business areas responsible for the scientific integrity of work products, including study design, research methodology, and deployment of statistical approaches and modelling Data Scientist - Fixed term until July 2026 London/Hybrid The Opportunity: Join a high-impact pricing and data science team at a leading commercial insurer. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a successful and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to elevating the role of analytics in driving business performance. You'll work at the intersection of data science and insurance, developing in-demand domain expertise while delivering innovative solutions that shape underwriting, pricing, claims, and customer strategy. Your new role: Deliver actionable data-driven insights to the business via advanced analytics, machine learning and AI. Work both independently and collaboratively on data science projects across business functions, including underwriting, claims, pricing, and customer analytics. Present clear and well-organised analyses to appropriate audiences, demonstrating in-depth subject knowledge and confidence in conclusions. Ensure data science projects and models comply with all governance and regulatory requirements (e.g. GDPR, EU AI Act) and are supported by clear, comprehensive documentation. About you: Significant data science experience preferably within financial services, ideally in general insurance. Experience applying machine learning and AI techniques to real-world business problems. Ability to derive meaningful insights from structured and unstructured datasets of varying sizes. Track record of implementing impactful models that drive sustained business results. Proficiency in the Python data science tech stack (pandas, scikit-learn, NumPy, and visualisation libraries) Experience working in a Linux-based cloud environment (e.g. GCP, Azure, AWS). Experience using git version control. Communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills are critical. Presentation skills for explaining complex analytics solutions to diverse audiences. Qualifications: Necessary Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics) or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. Master's degree preferred. Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created "At My Best". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA. We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future - helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation ( ). With more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind. To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website. At My Best - QBE Benefits You are more than your work - and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days. Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours. Pension - you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary. Private medical insurance - we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family. Family friendly policies - we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent. Short term remote work abroad - you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad. Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own. Cycle-to-Work - benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select a bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000. To find out more visit ourReward Page QBE Awards Some of the award's QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include; AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employer You can view all our awards here Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent. For more information on our strategy targets please take a look at our Careers Page Accessibility Here at QBE, we are promoting an accessible workplace for all, which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware. ESG & Sustainability At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future. Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce, and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable, and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBE's sustainability targets, including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets, and our award-winning impact investment initiative 'Premiums4Good', please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the "apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role. We believe this is our moment - what if it was yours too? APPLY NOW and let's make it happen! Skills: Communication, Critical Thinking, Data Science, Data Visualization, Innovation, Intentional collaboration, Machine Learning, Managing performance, Mentorship, Prioritization, Research Analysis, Risk Management, Scrum (Agile), Stakeholder Management, Thought Leadership How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Jul 25, 2025
Full time
Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeServe as modelling and data science partner for assigned business areas responsible for the scientific integrity of work products, including study design, research methodology, and deployment of statistical approaches and modelling Data Scientist - Fixed term until July 2026 London/Hybrid The Opportunity: Join a high-impact pricing and data science team at a leading commercial insurer. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a successful and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to elevating the role of analytics in driving business performance. You'll work at the intersection of data science and insurance, developing in-demand domain expertise while delivering innovative solutions that shape underwriting, pricing, claims, and customer strategy. Your new role: Deliver actionable data-driven insights to the business via advanced analytics, machine learning and AI. Work both independently and collaboratively on data science projects across business functions, including underwriting, claims, pricing, and customer analytics. Present clear and well-organised analyses to appropriate audiences, demonstrating in-depth subject knowledge and confidence in conclusions. Ensure data science projects and models comply with all governance and regulatory requirements (e.g. GDPR, EU AI Act) and are supported by clear, comprehensive documentation. About you: Significant data science experience preferably within financial services, ideally in general insurance. Experience applying machine learning and AI techniques to real-world business problems. Ability to derive meaningful insights from structured and unstructured datasets of varying sizes. Track record of implementing impactful models that drive sustained business results. Proficiency in the Python data science tech stack (pandas, scikit-learn, NumPy, and visualisation libraries) Experience working in a Linux-based cloud environment (e.g. GCP, Azure, AWS). Experience using git version control. Communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills are critical. Presentation skills for explaining complex analytics solutions to diverse audiences. Qualifications: Necessary Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics) or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. Master's degree preferred. Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created "At My Best". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA. We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future - helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation ( ). With more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind. To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website. At My Best - QBE Benefits You are more than your work - and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days. Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours. Pension - you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary. Private medical insurance - we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family. Family friendly policies - we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent. Short term remote work abroad - you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad. Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own. Cycle-to-Work - benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select a bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000. To find out more visit ourReward Page QBE Awards Some of the award's QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include; AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employer You can view all our awards here Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent. For more information on our strategy targets please take a look at our Careers Page Accessibility Here at QBE, we are promoting an accessible workplace for all, which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware. ESG & Sustainability At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future. Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce, and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable, and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBE's sustainability targets, including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets, and our award-winning impact investment initiative 'Premiums4Good', please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the "apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role. We believe this is our moment - what if it was yours too? APPLY NOW and let's make it happen! Skills: Communication, Critical Thinking, Data Science, Data Visualization, Innovation, Intentional collaboration, Machine Learning, Managing performance, Mentorship, Prioritization, Research Analysis, Risk Management, Scrum (Agile), Stakeholder Management, Thought Leadership How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee At QBE, we don't just provide insurance - we make a positive difference in people's lives. We're committed to helping people and businesses protect themselves from risk, so they can focus on what they do best. We do this by being the most consistent and innovative risk partner for our customers, and a key part of the communities where we operate. Join our diverse and enthusiastic Finance, Actuarial & Legal team in our London or Leeds hub and become part of a close-knit community of professionals. Build your skills and knowledge, make friends and discover opportunities to help you grow in your career, while being empowered to work flexibly and find the right balance so you can realise your full potential. The Opportunity: The Data and Change team strives for continuous improvement across Actuarial and Finance. The team work alongside a dedicated in-house system development team responsible for database and system maintenance and development. Together this enables the reserving actuarial teams to spend less time processing data and more time on analytical thinking. The Senior Change Actuarial role will support the provision of a range of Actuarial services to help ensure that business decisions are made using the best possible quantitative information. The role will partner with senior Actuarial and other functional leaders to lead on the successful delivery of multiple business transformation programmes and projects. This position plays a key role in supporting the development of Actuarial processes and systems as well as their integration into other areas of the business. Your New Role: Given the fast pace and cyclical demand, it's important that you already have an in-depth understanding of the workings of an Actuarial Department and be driven to succeed. You will be assisting the Senior Change Manager to ensure that processes are aligned to business needs and fit for purpose and the change agenda aligns to strategic priorities. Your primary responsibilities will include: Working closely alongside the Actuarial Reserving and Capital teams as well as the system development team to drive the measurable refinement of processes, procedures and systems to continuously improve the efficiency of activities within the Department to ensure systems and models meet the end users' needs. Understanding the business requirements and helping design end to end solutions, supported by engagement with the relevant business areas. Using appropriate systems and procedures to ensure accurate data is used and subsequently appropriate analyses produced. This is to include adopting efficient and consistent actuarial models and processed and/or technologies where appropriate. Representing Finance & Actuarial's holistic interests at key business change programme/project senior governance meetings, such as Steering Groups, and ensuring risks and issues are appropriately raised and remediated Inputting into the Change & Transformation roadmap and ensuring business change impacts are considered and reflected accordingly into change workstreams to ensure the right priorities and solutions are delivered into Finance & Actuarial Undertake investigations into complex problems and business change to assess risk and ensure delivery of projects/programmes Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders to improve customer focus and to understand complex issues About You In order to thrive in the role of a Senior Change Actuary here at QBE, we would expect you to have most, if not all, of the below: Understanding of industry best practice in actuarial analysis, modelling and underwriting Understanding of compliance and risk issues Excellent facilitation and communications skills - both verbal and written with experience of adapting style and approach to the audience and message to be delivered Ability to negotiate and influence both directly and indirectly Highly motivated with ability to work very well in a team or independently, consulting and involving others appropriately in the wider function and business Comfortable with technology concepts and solutions and knowledge of system lifecycles and process methodologies Competent with Microsoft products including Powerpoint, Excel & other analytical tools, Knowledge of a programming language e.g. SAS, SQL ideal Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created "At My Best". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA - because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference. In addition to this, we also offer flexible parental leave for both parents and have several employee network groups that support and empower our diverse workforce. At QBE, we view our people as our most precious asset. We understand the importance of fostering a work environment that is responsive to the changing needs of today's workforce. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation. Some of the award's QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include; Employer of the Year 2022 Winner - Insurance Insider British Claims Awards 2022 Winner - InsurTech Award Insurance Times Claims Excellence Awards 2022 Winner - Claims Product Solution of the Year Working Families Best Practice Awards 2021 Finalist for: Best COVID-19 Response Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2022 Shortlisted for: Best Customer Care, Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year 2022, Specialist Insurer of the Year (for Construction), General Insurer of the Year We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We know that diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our customers. About QBE QBE helps businesses build resilience through risk management and insurance. QBE European Operations is part of QBE Insurance Group, one of the world's leading international insurers and reinsurers and Standard & Poor's A+ rated. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, QBE's gross written premium for the year ended 31 December 2021 was US$18.5 billion. As a business insurance specialist, QBE European Operations offers a range of insurance products from the standard suite of property, casualty and motor to the specialist financial lines, marine and energy. All are tailored to the individual needs of our small, medium and large customer base. To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website . What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to APPLY NOW! Simply click the "apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role. Please make the Talent Acquisition aware should there be any reasonable adjustments that may need to be made for the interview and the remainder of the recruitment process. How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Dec 15, 2022
Full time
Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee At QBE, we don't just provide insurance - we make a positive difference in people's lives. We're committed to helping people and businesses protect themselves from risk, so they can focus on what they do best. We do this by being the most consistent and innovative risk partner for our customers, and a key part of the communities where we operate. Join our diverse and enthusiastic Finance, Actuarial & Legal team in our London or Leeds hub and become part of a close-knit community of professionals. Build your skills and knowledge, make friends and discover opportunities to help you grow in your career, while being empowered to work flexibly and find the right balance so you can realise your full potential. The Opportunity: The Data and Change team strives for continuous improvement across Actuarial and Finance. The team work alongside a dedicated in-house system development team responsible for database and system maintenance and development. Together this enables the reserving actuarial teams to spend less time processing data and more time on analytical thinking. The Senior Change Actuarial role will support the provision of a range of Actuarial services to help ensure that business decisions are made using the best possible quantitative information. The role will partner with senior Actuarial and other functional leaders to lead on the successful delivery of multiple business transformation programmes and projects. This position plays a key role in supporting the development of Actuarial processes and systems as well as their integration into other areas of the business. Your New Role: Given the fast pace and cyclical demand, it's important that you already have an in-depth understanding of the workings of an Actuarial Department and be driven to succeed. You will be assisting the Senior Change Manager to ensure that processes are aligned to business needs and fit for purpose and the change agenda aligns to strategic priorities. Your primary responsibilities will include: Working closely alongside the Actuarial Reserving and Capital teams as well as the system development team to drive the measurable refinement of processes, procedures and systems to continuously improve the efficiency of activities within the Department to ensure systems and models meet the end users' needs. Understanding the business requirements and helping design end to end solutions, supported by engagement with the relevant business areas. Using appropriate systems and procedures to ensure accurate data is used and subsequently appropriate analyses produced. This is to include adopting efficient and consistent actuarial models and processed and/or technologies where appropriate. Representing Finance & Actuarial's holistic interests at key business change programme/project senior governance meetings, such as Steering Groups, and ensuring risks and issues are appropriately raised and remediated Inputting into the Change & Transformation roadmap and ensuring business change impacts are considered and reflected accordingly into change workstreams to ensure the right priorities and solutions are delivered into Finance & Actuarial Undertake investigations into complex problems and business change to assess risk and ensure delivery of projects/programmes Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders to improve customer focus and to understand complex issues About You In order to thrive in the role of a Senior Change Actuary here at QBE, we would expect you to have most, if not all, of the below: Understanding of industry best practice in actuarial analysis, modelling and underwriting Understanding of compliance and risk issues Excellent facilitation and communications skills - both verbal and written with experience of adapting style and approach to the audience and message to be delivered Ability to negotiate and influence both directly and indirectly Highly motivated with ability to work very well in a team or independently, consulting and involving others appropriately in the wider function and business Comfortable with technology concepts and solutions and knowledge of system lifecycles and process methodologies Competent with Microsoft products including Powerpoint, Excel & other analytical tools, Knowledge of a programming language e.g. SAS, SQL ideal Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created "At My Best". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA - because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference. In addition to this, we also offer flexible parental leave for both parents and have several employee network groups that support and empower our diverse workforce. At QBE, we view our people as our most precious asset. We understand the importance of fostering a work environment that is responsive to the changing needs of today's workforce. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation. Some of the award's QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include; Employer of the Year 2022 Winner - Insurance Insider British Claims Awards 2022 Winner - InsurTech Award Insurance Times Claims Excellence Awards 2022 Winner - Claims Product Solution of the Year Working Families Best Practice Awards 2021 Finalist for: Best COVID-19 Response Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2022 Shortlisted for: Best Customer Care, Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year 2022, Specialist Insurer of the Year (for Construction), General Insurer of the Year We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We know that diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our customers. About QBE QBE helps businesses build resilience through risk management and insurance. QBE European Operations is part of QBE Insurance Group, one of the world's leading international insurers and reinsurers and Standard & Poor's A+ rated. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, QBE's gross written premium for the year ended 31 December 2021 was US$18.5 billion. As a business insurance specialist, QBE European Operations offers a range of insurance products from the standard suite of property, casualty and motor to the specialist financial lines, marine and energy. All are tailored to the individual needs of our small, medium and large customer base. To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website . What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to APPLY NOW! Simply click the "apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role. Please make the Talent Acquisition aware should there be any reasonable adjustments that may need to be made for the interview and the remainder of the recruitment process. How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee We have a great opportunity for a lawyer to join a highly regarded Legal team as a trusted Legal Advisor to the business teams within our UK insurance company, supporting them in the execution of their strategy by providing pragmatic solutions on a wide range of legal matters. Your new role To provide pragmatic legal advice on a wide range of insurance matters for the Underwriting teams and European Operations (EO) business projects as required and to provide advice in support of Senior Legal Counsel To assist in the ongoing development of the EO Legal team and its promotion within EO as a valuable resource to the business To be aware of existing processes and controls for legal risk management and to assist Senior Legal Counsel as necessary to ensure risks are managed in line with best practice and QBE corporate philosophy Build and maintain strong and effective relationships with key stakeholders in the business Assist with supporting in Ability to carry out specific research task ("know where to look") Broad range of work including insurance distribution contracts, general commercial contracts and ability to negotiate with third party in order to bring contracts to execution and completion. About you A good understanding of English insurance law and experience of the London insurance market and a good technical insurance knowledge across commercial insurance business Sound understanding of UK general insurance regulation is preferable Experience of multi-jurisdictional work is useful Sound knowledge of MS office products and strong IT skills Excellent drafting and client management skills Ability to prioritise and work under pressure Good presentation and negotiating skills A team player with a strong collaboration ethic Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Confidence to act independently and make technical decisions within competence, with ability to judge when to seek advice Forward thinking and proactive in approach to work Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created "At My Best". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA - because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference. In addition to this, we also offer flexible parental leave for both parents and have several employee network groups that support and empower our diverse workforce. At QBE, we view our people as our most precious asset. We understand the importance of fostering a work environment that is responsive to the changing needs of today's workforce. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation. Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We know that diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our customers. We welcome applications from all; including individuals who identify as female, all ethnic backgrounds, and physical and mental abilities. About QBE QBE helps businesses build resilience through risk management and insurance. QBE European Operations is part of QBE Insurance Group, one of the world's leading international insurers and reinsurers and Standard & Poor's A+ rated. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, QBE's gross written premium for the year ended 31 December 2021 was US$18.5 billion. As a business insurance specialist, QBE European Operations offers a range of insurance products from the standard suite of property, casualty and motor to the specialist financial lines, marine and energy. All are tailored to the individual needs of our small, medium and large customer base. To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website . What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to APPLY NOW! Simply click the "apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role. Please make the Talent Acquisition team aware should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee We have a great opportunity for a lawyer to join a highly regarded Legal team as a trusted Legal Advisor to the business teams within our UK insurance company, supporting them in the execution of their strategy by providing pragmatic solutions on a wide range of legal matters. Your new role To provide pragmatic legal advice on a wide range of insurance matters for the Underwriting teams and European Operations (EO) business projects as required and to provide advice in support of Senior Legal Counsel To assist in the ongoing development of the EO Legal team and its promotion within EO as a valuable resource to the business To be aware of existing processes and controls for legal risk management and to assist Senior Legal Counsel as necessary to ensure risks are managed in line with best practice and QBE corporate philosophy Build and maintain strong and effective relationships with key stakeholders in the business Assist with supporting in Ability to carry out specific research task ("know where to look") Broad range of work including insurance distribution contracts, general commercial contracts and ability to negotiate with third party in order to bring contracts to execution and completion. About you A good understanding of English insurance law and experience of the London insurance market and a good technical insurance knowledge across commercial insurance business Sound understanding of UK general insurance regulation is preferable Experience of multi-jurisdictional work is useful Sound knowledge of MS office products and strong IT skills Excellent drafting and client management skills Ability to prioritise and work under pressure Good presentation and negotiating skills A team player with a strong collaboration ethic Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Confidence to act independently and make technical decisions within competence, with ability to judge when to seek advice Forward thinking and proactive in approach to work Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created "At My Best". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA - because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference. In addition to this, we also offer flexible parental leave for both parents and have several employee network groups that support and empower our diverse workforce. At QBE, we view our people as our most precious asset. We understand the importance of fostering a work environment that is responsive to the changing needs of today's workforce. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation. Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We know that diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our customers. We welcome applications from all; including individuals who identify as female, all ethnic backgrounds, and physical and mental abilities. About QBE QBE helps businesses build resilience through risk management and insurance. QBE European Operations is part of QBE Insurance Group, one of the world's leading international insurers and reinsurers and Standard & Poor's A+ rated. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, QBE's gross written premium for the year ended 31 December 2021 was US$18.5 billion. As a business insurance specialist, QBE European Operations offers a range of insurance products from the standard suite of property, casualty and motor to the specialist financial lines, marine and energy. All are tailored to the individual needs of our small, medium and large customer base. To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website . What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to APPLY NOW! Simply click the "apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role. Please make the Talent Acquisition team aware should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.