Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Job Category Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Job Category Claim Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Travelers Legal is our in-house law firm, fully authorised and regulated as an ABS by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Travelers Legal handles actions against Travelers' policyholders, representing and protecting their interests every step of the way. Established over 5 years ago through extensive and close collaboration across all parts of Travelers, it plays an integral part in the provision of an efficient and effective end to end legal service. Having exceeded expectations, Travelers Legal has recently expanded into the area of Casualty work. You will be an ambitious and personable junior insurance litigator (Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive), looking for an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and challenging cases and to help build on Travelers Legal's numerous successes thus far. Reporting to the Senior Counsel heading up the Casualty arm, you will handle a case load of wide variety including motor, EL, PL, property damage and product liability. You will deliver high quality and cost-effective legal representation, demonstrate excellent litigation knowledge and provide excellent client service. You will also assist with the development of the ABS generally. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. This role is eligible for a £1500 new joiner bonus. If you are successfully referred by an employee at Travelers Europe, both you and the person who referred you could be eligible for this bonus. On a day to day basis you will: Deal with both pre-action and litigated claims to a conclusion, demonstrating an effective use of your legal and commercial skills Provide case analysis and recommendations on strategy/ADR Supervise various tasks/projects delegated to others within the team Build relationships and liaise closely with a variety of Claims Professionals, Brokers and Insureds Independently handle a moderate caseload with moderate level of severity and complexity Work under the guidance and supervision of Senior Counsel in dealing with more complex and high exposure claims In addition, you will work with Senior Counsel and the Head of Legal Practice to set and deliver on goals/objectives for the ABS, including involvement in planning the further expansion of the practice. Be Committed, Be Connected, Be Creative and Be Energised - these are the values we are passionate about. Understanding and embracing our values will shape your success and contribute to making Travelers Europe a great place to work. To be successful, you will need to consistently deliver a great experience in every customer contact; connect with the right partners internally to find creative solutions to problems; be a role model; and consistently deliver on your commitments. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Experience in insurance litigation is essential, with experience in handling casualty claims Experience in handling abuse/local authority claims is desirable Advanced interpersonal skills Persuasive legal writing skills and oral advocacy skills Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position Advanced presentation skills Ability to handle and analyse legal issues independently and with minimal supervision Ability to work collaboratively with team members and others Demonstrates desire to acquire effective trial skills with increased litigation complexity Demonstrates superior legal acumen Demonstrates personal commitment to professional development Continued development of technical skills with the goal of handling the higher complexity cases Personal integrity and adherence to a high degree of professionalism and ethical competency Intermediate research skills Intermediate negotiation skills Ability to prioritise and organise workload Decision making and problem solving abilities Sense of urgency/responsiveness What Is A Must Have? Fully qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Barrister in England and Wales Some Post Qualification Experience (PQE) What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a basic contribution of 9% of pensionable salary to your Group Personal Pension Plan ("GPPP"). If you decide to contribute an additional amount from your salary, you will receive an increased company contribution up to a maximum of 3%. This would bring the total company contribution to 12%. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Employee Assistance programme provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through the EAP, you're eligible for five free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit . Travelers has more than 33,000 employees in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. Explore life at Travelers . We have 10 diversity networks, employee-led organizations dedicated to fostering the development and success of our employees. Discover diversity and inclusion . Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment. Explore benefits . Travelers has been recognized by organizations such as G.I. Jobs, Human Rights Campaign Foundation, and Military Times. Read more about recognition .
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Job Category Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Job Category Claim Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Travelers Legal is our in-house law firm, fully authorised and regulated as an ABS by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Travelers Legal handles actions against Travelers' policyholders, representing and protecting their interests every step of the way. Established over 5 years ago through extensive and close collaboration across all parts of Travelers, it plays an integral part in the provision of an efficient and effective end to end legal service. Having exceeded expectations, Travelers Legal has recently expanded into the area of Casualty work. You will be an ambitious and personable junior insurance litigator (Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive), looking for an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and challenging cases and to help build on Travelers Legal's numerous successes thus far. Reporting to the Senior Counsel heading up the Casualty arm, you will handle a case load of wide variety including motor, EL, PL, property damage and product liability. You will deliver high quality and cost-effective legal representation, demonstrate excellent litigation knowledge and provide excellent client service. You will also assist with the development of the ABS generally. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. This role is eligible for a £1500 new joiner bonus. If you are successfully referred by an employee at Travelers Europe, both you and the person who referred you could be eligible for this bonus. On a day to day basis you will: Deal with both pre-action and litigated claims to a conclusion, demonstrating an effective use of your legal and commercial skills Provide case analysis and recommendations on strategy/ADR Supervise various tasks/projects delegated to others within the team Build relationships and liaise closely with a variety of Claims Professionals, Brokers and Insureds Independently handle a moderate caseload with moderate level of severity and complexity Work under the guidance and supervision of Senior Counsel in dealing with more complex and high exposure claims In addition, you will work with Senior Counsel and the Head of Legal Practice to set and deliver on goals/objectives for the ABS, including involvement in planning the further expansion of the practice. Be Committed, Be Connected, Be Creative and Be Energised - these are the values we are passionate about. Understanding and embracing our values will shape your success and contribute to making Travelers Europe a great place to work. To be successful, you will need to consistently deliver a great experience in every customer contact; connect with the right partners internally to find creative solutions to problems; be a role model; and consistently deliver on your commitments. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Experience in insurance litigation is essential, with experience in handling casualty claims Experience in handling abuse/local authority claims is desirable Advanced interpersonal skills Persuasive legal writing skills and oral advocacy skills Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position Advanced presentation skills Ability to handle and analyse legal issues independently and with minimal supervision Ability to work collaboratively with team members and others Demonstrates desire to acquire effective trial skills with increased litigation complexity Demonstrates superior legal acumen Demonstrates personal commitment to professional development Continued development of technical skills with the goal of handling the higher complexity cases Personal integrity and adherence to a high degree of professionalism and ethical competency Intermediate research skills Intermediate negotiation skills Ability to prioritise and organise workload Decision making and problem solving abilities Sense of urgency/responsiveness What Is A Must Have? Fully qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Barrister in England and Wales Some Post Qualification Experience (PQE) What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a basic contribution of 9% of pensionable salary to your Group Personal Pension Plan ("GPPP"). If you decide to contribute an additional amount from your salary, you will receive an increased company contribution up to a maximum of 3%. This would bring the total company contribution to 12%. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Employee Assistance programme provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through the EAP, you're eligible for five free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit . Travelers has more than 33,000 employees in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. Explore life at Travelers . We have 10 diversity networks, employee-led organizations dedicated to fostering the development and success of our employees. Discover diversity and inclusion . Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment. Explore benefits . Travelers has been recognized by organizations such as G.I. Jobs, Human Rights Campaign Foundation, and Military Times. Read more about recognition .
As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you. Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client-centric solutions for RSM's current and future clients within the middle market. Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people delivering almost £200m revenue. At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path. This role sits in the Financial Services Risk Assurance (FSRA) team, which is part of the wider Risk Assurance Services faculty. The role-holder will support the Client Management Team in the day-to-day delivery of internal audit and wider risk assurance services to a portfolio of financial services clients. The management activities will require the individual to travel in the UK. Overall job purpose In delivering internal audit and risk assurance services, the role-holder will be a strong ambassador for the RSM brand, promoting brand awareness and upholding high ethical standards of business that protect the brand, the UK firm, its staff and its clients. Responsibilities Staff Management Resource planning to ensure all client engagements are adequately resourced in a timely manner. Providing bespoke training programmes for junior staff. Managing staff utilisation figures. Client Delivery Oversee delivery of client work as part of the engagement delivery team, being a recognised RSM Manager for client engagements: Agreeing engagement scopes with clients. Overseeing client delivery by team members. Quality assurance reviews of internal audit files and reports. Effective stakeholder engagement and relationship management. Financial Manage internal audit contracts and individual reviews in line with the agreed budgets. Billing, invoicing and recovery management. Business Development Assist the Partner in business development initiatives, including being involved in tender presentations and visits to target clients and networking at various events to build the RSM brand. Contribution to wider FS faculty Contribute to the firm wide FS faculty through: Cross referral of opportunities to other service lines and disciplines. Playing full role in FS sector groups and initiatives. Joint targeting with other service lines. Requirements Extensive practical experience of working in an equivalent position in a professional services firm or large in-house function within industry. Technically proficient in executing and leading audits in accordance with IIA standards and the standards on effective audit in financial services across several of the following areas, such as: Regulatory reporting (COREP/FINREP) Client Money and Assets (CASS) CRD IV MIFID II Recovery & Resolution Planning (RRP) ICAAP and Pillar 3 reporting Senior Managers & Certification Regime FCA Systems and Controls - especially in relation to Compliance and Risk Management Frameworks Governance Conduct Risk Management The role holder will have extensive experience of working in different financial services sectors, such as: Insurance Banking Alternative Finance / Lending FX Trading Investment Management and funds Asset Management Broker/dealers and Prop traders Investment banking and stockbroking Diversity and Inclusion at RSM At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion. At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you. Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client-centric solutions for RSM's current and future clients within the middle market. Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people delivering almost £200m revenue. At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path. This role sits in the Financial Services Risk Assurance (FSRA) team, which is part of the wider Risk Assurance Services faculty. The role-holder will support the Client Management Team in the day-to-day delivery of internal audit and wider risk assurance services to a portfolio of financial services clients. The management activities will require the individual to travel in the UK. Overall job purpose In delivering internal audit and risk assurance services, the role-holder will be a strong ambassador for the RSM brand, promoting brand awareness and upholding high ethical standards of business that protect the brand, the UK firm, its staff and its clients. Responsibilities Staff Management Resource planning to ensure all client engagements are adequately resourced in a timely manner. Providing bespoke training programmes for junior staff. Managing staff utilisation figures. Client Delivery Oversee delivery of client work as part of the engagement delivery team, being a recognised RSM Manager for client engagements: Agreeing engagement scopes with clients. Overseeing client delivery by team members. Quality assurance reviews of internal audit files and reports. Effective stakeholder engagement and relationship management. Financial Manage internal audit contracts and individual reviews in line with the agreed budgets. Billing, invoicing and recovery management. Business Development Assist the Partner in business development initiatives, including being involved in tender presentations and visits to target clients and networking at various events to build the RSM brand. Contribution to wider FS faculty Contribute to the firm wide FS faculty through: Cross referral of opportunities to other service lines and disciplines. Playing full role in FS sector groups and initiatives. Joint targeting with other service lines. Requirements Extensive practical experience of working in an equivalent position in a professional services firm or large in-house function within industry. Technically proficient in executing and leading audits in accordance with IIA standards and the standards on effective audit in financial services across several of the following areas, such as: Regulatory reporting (COREP/FINREP) Client Money and Assets (CASS) CRD IV MIFID II Recovery & Resolution Planning (RRP) ICAAP and Pillar 3 reporting Senior Managers & Certification Regime FCA Systems and Controls - especially in relation to Compliance and Risk Management Frameworks Governance Conduct Risk Management The role holder will have extensive experience of working in different financial services sectors, such as: Insurance Banking Alternative Finance / Lending FX Trading Investment Management and funds Asset Management Broker/dealers and Prop traders Investment banking and stockbroking Diversity and Inclusion at RSM At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion. At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment.
class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> Building a Better Future Do you want to grow your career ladder without incurring tuition fees? Do you want to be supported in further education and obtain an industry recognised qualification? Are you interested in working with colleagues in other countries and functions to help give peace of mind to individuals and businesses alike? If so, then Chubb Academy might be the place for you By learning while you earn, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience of working in a stimulating environment. With numerous opportunities to develop your skills for a long-term, rewarding career, joining Chubb will give you a great head start. Competitive salaries that grow with your experience Personal and professional development A demanding but rewarding programme Positions available across the UK A programme of attractive benefits Comprehensive on-the-job training Full support towards professional qualifications Opportunities for a permanent position when you finish Offering an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can shine. Looking to develop your skills and career within Insurance? Chubb Apprenticeship programme is a 24-month programme providing a foundation for an insurance focused career, which involves 20% structured learning and 80% on-the-job training (practice). Learning will focus on Chubb's Craftmanship Curriculum and technical training relevant to the insurance industry, Chubb systems, digital, business, and personal development skills. The on-the-job training will be on site in a defined Chubb UK office working with the local teams. Each job holder will have a mentor/buddy to help them navigate through professional situations in their early development. Position available in our Distribution team with a view of moving into a professional role within the organisation. The programme is aimed at people with minimal work experience in the Insurance sector, who would like to change their career or who want to kick-start or accelerate their career. Where appropriate, the jobholder will be involved in cross-functional projects allowing them to expand their network and be exposed to senior management. What the role entails The purpose of the role is to provide a foundation to an insurance focused career, the job involves working to tight deadlines, working under pressure, and using technology. Distribution The Distribution team drives the relationship management of Chubb's key broker partners and facilitates business development initiatives. This role will require strong interpersonal skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities whilst working to tight deadlines. The role will involve assisting the Distribution team in the day-to-day management of the Chubb Global Markets broker panel and on business development activities. Initally this will be internally focussed working closely with the Underwriting teams to help support profitable growth and to strengthen relationships across the London Market. This role will also give the individual exposure and knowledge across all products offered within Chubb Global Markets. As part of your development and to support your team you will: Learn and gain knowledge of Chubb product offering by engaging with Underwriting teams. Take ownership of Distribution tasks - monthly data packs on broker performance, setting up new brokers on Chubb's systems and managing the invoicing process. Promote Chubb through supporting marketing and events planning. Assist with day-to-day broker queries. class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> What we offer In addition to the Insurance Practitioner Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, you will work towards your Certificate in Insurance (Cert CII). Chubb provides a broad range of on the job as well as structured learning provided by our own in-house technical experts as well as selected third parties. Apprentices will also have access to training on data analytics, project management, digital innovation, influencing skills and leadership. As part of this programme Apprentices will also have the opportunity to travel to a number of UK offices and at least one of our European offices. After the apprenticeship programme, what's next? Once you've completed your apprenticeship, we'll support you so that you have the opportunity to find a role that best suits you and explore different career paths. We'll give you the support, training, and tools you need to continue to excel in whatever you choose. Who we're looking for? No Insurance experience is necessary, but the position is ideally suited to people who can demonstrate: Minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade 'C' or above (or equivalent such as Scottish Standard Grade, or Junior Certificate in Ireland), including Mathematics & English. More than anything, we are looking for a positive 'can do' attitude and a willingness to learn! Being curious, asking questions and a willingness to work with others to solve problems will be key to success. Skills required for this kind of role include: Good written and verbal communication Ability to work with numerical data Attention to detail Logical, practical, and adaptable Ability to empathise and build rapport with customers Strong organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team and independently Flexible WorkingWe are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. This can be discussed with the Recruitment Business Partner managing this position.
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> Building a Better Future Do you want to grow your career ladder without incurring tuition fees? Do you want to be supported in further education and obtain an industry recognised qualification? Are you interested in working with colleagues in other countries and functions to help give peace of mind to individuals and businesses alike? If so, then Chubb Academy might be the place for you By learning while you earn, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience of working in a stimulating environment. With numerous opportunities to develop your skills for a long-term, rewarding career, joining Chubb will give you a great head start. Competitive salaries that grow with your experience Personal and professional development A demanding but rewarding programme Positions available across the UK A programme of attractive benefits Comprehensive on-the-job training Full support towards professional qualifications Opportunities for a permanent position when you finish Offering an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can shine. Looking to develop your skills and career within Insurance? Chubb Apprenticeship programme is a 24-month programme providing a foundation for an insurance focused career, which involves 20% structured learning and 80% on-the-job training (practice). Learning will focus on Chubb's Craftmanship Curriculum and technical training relevant to the insurance industry, Chubb systems, digital, business, and personal development skills. The on-the-job training will be on site in a defined Chubb UK office working with the local teams. Each job holder will have a mentor/buddy to help them navigate through professional situations in their early development. Position available in our Distribution team with a view of moving into a professional role within the organisation. The programme is aimed at people with minimal work experience in the Insurance sector, who would like to change their career or who want to kick-start or accelerate their career. Where appropriate, the jobholder will be involved in cross-functional projects allowing them to expand their network and be exposed to senior management. What the role entails The purpose of the role is to provide a foundation to an insurance focused career, the job involves working to tight deadlines, working under pressure, and using technology. Distribution The Distribution team drives the relationship management of Chubb's key broker partners and facilitates business development initiatives. This role will require strong interpersonal skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities whilst working to tight deadlines. The role will involve assisting the Distribution team in the day-to-day management of the Chubb Global Markets broker panel and on business development activities. Initally this will be internally focussed working closely with the Underwriting teams to help support profitable growth and to strengthen relationships across the London Market. This role will also give the individual exposure and knowledge across all products offered within Chubb Global Markets. As part of your development and to support your team you will: Learn and gain knowledge of Chubb product offering by engaging with Underwriting teams. Take ownership of Distribution tasks - monthly data packs on broker performance, setting up new brokers on Chubb's systems and managing the invoicing process. Promote Chubb through supporting marketing and events planning. Assist with day-to-day broker queries. class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> What we offer In addition to the Insurance Practitioner Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, you will work towards your Certificate in Insurance (Cert CII). Chubb provides a broad range of on the job as well as structured learning provided by our own in-house technical experts as well as selected third parties. Apprentices will also have access to training on data analytics, project management, digital innovation, influencing skills and leadership. As part of this programme Apprentices will also have the opportunity to travel to a number of UK offices and at least one of our European offices. After the apprenticeship programme, what's next? Once you've completed your apprenticeship, we'll support you so that you have the opportunity to find a role that best suits you and explore different career paths. We'll give you the support, training, and tools you need to continue to excel in whatever you choose. Who we're looking for? No Insurance experience is necessary, but the position is ideally suited to people who can demonstrate: Minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade 'C' or above (or equivalent such as Scottish Standard Grade, or Junior Certificate in Ireland), including Mathematics & English. More than anything, we are looking for a positive 'can do' attitude and a willingness to learn! Being curious, asking questions and a willingness to work with others to solve problems will be key to success. Skills required for this kind of role include: Good written and verbal communication Ability to work with numerical data Attention to detail Logical, practical, and adaptable Ability to empathise and build rapport with customers Strong organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team and independently Flexible WorkingWe are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. This can be discussed with the Recruitment Business Partner managing this position.
Technology London, England Full-time Company Description MarketAxess is on a journey to digitally transform one of the world's largest financial markets, enabling the shift from analog, phone-based trading to a fully electronic marketplace. Why does this matter? Because our platform makes trading fixed-income more accessible, ultimately improving transparency, efficiency, and competition in the marketplace. Changing the way an established industry transacts is no easy feat. There will be twists and turns, because no one's ever done this before. But now, more than 2,000 clients around the world rely on our solutions, and that number is only expected to grow in the years ahead. We know where we're going. How we get there is up to us. Join us and help Take Us There. The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer for our Engineering Enablement platform team. This team is building a cutting-edge developer productivity platform that will help our product development teams deliver features more rapidly and integrate code quality and security into all our products. As a senior member of the Engineering Enablement team, you should be passionate about technology, developer experience, code quality, and evangelising software development best practices. You'll work with the team to design and build out the platform that the rest of the company uses to deliver software, mentor more junior engineers, and help communicate what we do to the rest of the organisation. We embrace a culture of collaboration and experimentation while striving and encouraging all team members to focus on continuous improvement and learning. We openly welcome diverse perspectives and people who are not afraid to challenge assumptions and prior ways of working. Otherwise, how do we innovate, learn and grow as a team and individuals? How You'll Help Take Us There Design and architect scalable and reliable platform solutions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and integrate new features Lead code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers Ensure platform performance, security, and stability through testing and observability Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance the platform's capabilities Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to the platform Define and enforce coding standards and best practices within the team and across the organisation Collaborate with product managers to align platform development with overall product goals Participate in on-call rotations to address urgent platform issues Contribute to the documentation of platform architecture, APIs, and processes Develop software to provide the best possible experience for our product development teams and help them efficiently release high-quality software What We're Looking For Minimum 7 years of experience in software development, with a focus on platform engineering Minimum 3 years of experience in designing, building, deploying, and automating infrastructure using infrastructure as code (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform) Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, or Go Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud computing concepts (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with containerisation technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes Experience in designing and implementing APIs and other web services Real-work experience with DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment CI/CD systems (e.g., GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins) Proven track record of leading technical projects from conception to delivery Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-pace, dynamic environment Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams Experience with Agile methodologies and working in Agile teams Strong knowledge of database systems (SQL and NoSQL), caching mechanisms, and message brokers Expert in defining, designing, and developing distributed and scalable products and services Experience with Software as a Service products and integrating multiple SaaS products What You Can Expect from Us Central Location: based at our city offices near St Paul's. Free Food: We provide lunch each day of the week when the employee attends the office via our vendor Feedr as well as breakfast cereals, office snacks and drinks from our free vending machines Paid Time Off: 25 days annual leave entitlement plus 2 charity days Reward for your service: We offer a two-week bonus holiday after completing each 5 years of service Core benefits: Besides competitive standard benefits package we offer private medical (PMI) for family, Cash Plan, health screenings, dental cover, 6X life assurance, critical illness cover, income protection, pension, car leasing (Tusker electronic cars), reimbursement for wellness stipend, interest free season ticket loan and a "Share Incentive" plan Tuition Assistance and Professional Training: Benefit from on-demand learning, boot camps, and opportunities to attend conferences For job positions in NYC, NY, and other locations where required, the estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is £100,000 to £135,000. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. You may also be eligible for annual cash incentives, equity, and other benefit programs. Collaboration and innovation are integral to our success - it's how we got to where we are and how we'll maintain and grow our competitive advantage. Employees in Technology work in the office 2 or more days a week. This approach still allows for flexibility depending on the business function you work within but also helps us maintain a collaborative office environment long-term.
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Technology London, England Full-time Company Description MarketAxess is on a journey to digitally transform one of the world's largest financial markets, enabling the shift from analog, phone-based trading to a fully electronic marketplace. Why does this matter? Because our platform makes trading fixed-income more accessible, ultimately improving transparency, efficiency, and competition in the marketplace. Changing the way an established industry transacts is no easy feat. There will be twists and turns, because no one's ever done this before. But now, more than 2,000 clients around the world rely on our solutions, and that number is only expected to grow in the years ahead. We know where we're going. How we get there is up to us. Join us and help Take Us There. The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer for our Engineering Enablement platform team. This team is building a cutting-edge developer productivity platform that will help our product development teams deliver features more rapidly and integrate code quality and security into all our products. As a senior member of the Engineering Enablement team, you should be passionate about technology, developer experience, code quality, and evangelising software development best practices. You'll work with the team to design and build out the platform that the rest of the company uses to deliver software, mentor more junior engineers, and help communicate what we do to the rest of the organisation. We embrace a culture of collaboration and experimentation while striving and encouraging all team members to focus on continuous improvement and learning. We openly welcome diverse perspectives and people who are not afraid to challenge assumptions and prior ways of working. Otherwise, how do we innovate, learn and grow as a team and individuals? How You'll Help Take Us There Design and architect scalable and reliable platform solutions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and integrate new features Lead code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers Ensure platform performance, security, and stability through testing and observability Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance the platform's capabilities Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to the platform Define and enforce coding standards and best practices within the team and across the organisation Collaborate with product managers to align platform development with overall product goals Participate in on-call rotations to address urgent platform issues Contribute to the documentation of platform architecture, APIs, and processes Develop software to provide the best possible experience for our product development teams and help them efficiently release high-quality software What We're Looking For Minimum 7 years of experience in software development, with a focus on platform engineering Minimum 3 years of experience in designing, building, deploying, and automating infrastructure using infrastructure as code (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform) Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, or Go Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud computing concepts (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with containerisation technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes Experience in designing and implementing APIs and other web services Real-work experience with DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment CI/CD systems (e.g., GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins) Proven track record of leading technical projects from conception to delivery Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-pace, dynamic environment Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams Experience with Agile methodologies and working in Agile teams Strong knowledge of database systems (SQL and NoSQL), caching mechanisms, and message brokers Expert in defining, designing, and developing distributed and scalable products and services Experience with Software as a Service products and integrating multiple SaaS products What You Can Expect from Us Central Location: based at our city offices near St Paul's. Free Food: We provide lunch each day of the week when the employee attends the office via our vendor Feedr as well as breakfast cereals, office snacks and drinks from our free vending machines Paid Time Off: 25 days annual leave entitlement plus 2 charity days Reward for your service: We offer a two-week bonus holiday after completing each 5 years of service Core benefits: Besides competitive standard benefits package we offer private medical (PMI) for family, Cash Plan, health screenings, dental cover, 6X life assurance, critical illness cover, income protection, pension, car leasing (Tusker electronic cars), reimbursement for wellness stipend, interest free season ticket loan and a "Share Incentive" plan Tuition Assistance and Professional Training: Benefit from on-demand learning, boot camps, and opportunities to attend conferences For job positions in NYC, NY, and other locations where required, the estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is £100,000 to £135,000. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. You may also be eligible for annual cash incentives, equity, and other benefit programs. Collaboration and innovation are integral to our success - it's how we got to where we are and how we'll maintain and grow our competitive advantage. Employees in Technology work in the office 2 or more days a week. This approach still allows for flexibility depending on the business function you work within but also helps us maintain a collaborative office environment long-term.
class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> Building a Better Future Do you want to grow your career ladder without incurring tuition fees? Do you want to be supported in further education and obtain an industry recognised qualification? Are you interested in working with colleagues in other countries and functions to help give peace of mind to individuals and businesses alike? If so, then Chubb Academy might be the place for you By learning while you earn, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience of working in a stimulating environment. With numerous opportunities to develop your skills for a long-term, rewarding career, joining Chubb will give you a great head start. Competitive salaries that grow with your experience Personal and professional development A demanding but rewarding programme Positions available across the UK A programme of attractive benefits Comprehensive on-the-job training Full support towards professional qualifications Opportunities for a permanent position when you finish Offering an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can shine. Looking to develop your skills and career within Insurance? Chubb Apprenticeship programme is a 24-month programme providing a foundation for an insurance focused career, which involves 20% structured learning and 80% on-the-job training (practice). Learning will focus on Chubb's Craftmanship Curriculum and technical training relevant to the insurance industry, Chubb systems, digital, business, and personal development skills. The on-the-job training will be on site in a defined Chubb UK office working with the local teams. Each job holder will have a mentor/buddy to help them navigate through professional situations in their early development. Positions within our Property Package, Cyber and Casualty underwriting teams with a view of moving into a professional role within the organisation. The programme is aimed at people with minimal work experience in the Insurance sector, who would like to change their career or who want to kick-start or accelerate their career. Where appropriate, the jobholder will be involved in cross-functional projects allowing them to expand their network and be exposed to senior management. What the role entails The purpose of the role is to provide a foundation to an insurance focused career in underwriting. The job involves working to tight deadlines, working under pressure and using technology. Underwriting At Chubb we offer the chance to learn how to understand complex financial and technical risks, negotiate deals and innovate new ways of working. Underwriting involves researching what a company does, analysing what could go wrong and quantifying what the financial risks are. The purpose of the role is to provide a foundation to an insurance focused career in underwriting. As part of your development and to support your team you will: Learn how to assess the different risks and how to set terms and complete your underwriting tasks in line with our best practice guidelines. Carry out a variety of tasks such as making simple changes to policies, negotiating with brokers and chasing up and agreeing small policy changes. Take ownership of a small portfolio of renewal or new business accounts. Develop the skills and capabilities needed to be granted authority to make decisions independently of your supervisor. class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> What we offer In addition to the Insurance Practitioner Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, you will work towards your Certificate in Insurance (Cert CII). Chubb provides a broad range of on the job as well as structured learning provided by our own in-house technical experts as well as selected third parties. Apprentices will also have access to training on data analytics, project management, digital innovation, influencing skills and leadership. As part of this programme Apprentices will also have the opportunity to travel to a number of UK offices and at least one of our European offices. After the apprenticeship programme, what's next? Once you've completed your apprenticeship, we'll support you so that you have the opportunity to find a role that best suits you and explore different career paths. We'll give you the support, training, and tools you need to continue to excel in whatever you choose. Who we're looking for? No Insurance experience is necessary, but the position is ideally suited to people who can demonstrate: Minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade 'C' or above (or equivalent such as Scottish Standard Grade, or Junior Certificate in Ireland), including Mathematics & English. More than anything, we are looking for a positive 'can do' attitude and a willingness to learn! Being curious, asking questions and a willingness to work with others to solve problems will be key to success. Skills required for this kind of role include: Good written and verbal communication Ability to work with numerical data Attention to detail Logical, practical, and adaptable Ability to empathise and build rapport with customers Strong organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team and independently Flexible WorkingWe are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. This can be discussed with the Recruitment Business Partner managing this position. Integrity Client focus. Respect. Excellence. TeamworkOur core values dictate how we live and work. We're an ethical and honest company that's wholly committed to its clients. A business that's engaged in mutual trust and respect for its employees and partners. A place where colleagues perform at the highest levels. And a working environment that's collaborative and supportive. Diversity & InclusionAt Chubb, we are working hard to ensure inclusion is fully integrated in what we do and how we do it. We see our colleagues as our greatest asset and value the unique contribution each individual brings. If you require any additional support or adjustments during this application process, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Apr 08, 2024
Full time
class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> Building a Better Future Do you want to grow your career ladder without incurring tuition fees? Do you want to be supported in further education and obtain an industry recognised qualification? Are you interested in working with colleagues in other countries and functions to help give peace of mind to individuals and businesses alike? If so, then Chubb Academy might be the place for you By learning while you earn, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience of working in a stimulating environment. With numerous opportunities to develop your skills for a long-term, rewarding career, joining Chubb will give you a great head start. Competitive salaries that grow with your experience Personal and professional development A demanding but rewarding programme Positions available across the UK A programme of attractive benefits Comprehensive on-the-job training Full support towards professional qualifications Opportunities for a permanent position when you finish Offering an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can shine. Looking to develop your skills and career within Insurance? Chubb Apprenticeship programme is a 24-month programme providing a foundation for an insurance focused career, which involves 20% structured learning and 80% on-the-job training (practice). Learning will focus on Chubb's Craftmanship Curriculum and technical training relevant to the insurance industry, Chubb systems, digital, business, and personal development skills. The on-the-job training will be on site in a defined Chubb UK office working with the local teams. Each job holder will have a mentor/buddy to help them navigate through professional situations in their early development. Positions within our Property Package, Cyber and Casualty underwriting teams with a view of moving into a professional role within the organisation. The programme is aimed at people with minimal work experience in the Insurance sector, who would like to change their career or who want to kick-start or accelerate their career. Where appropriate, the jobholder will be involved in cross-functional projects allowing them to expand their network and be exposed to senior management. What the role entails The purpose of the role is to provide a foundation to an insurance focused career in underwriting. The job involves working to tight deadlines, working under pressure and using technology. Underwriting At Chubb we offer the chance to learn how to understand complex financial and technical risks, negotiate deals and innovate new ways of working. Underwriting involves researching what a company does, analysing what could go wrong and quantifying what the financial risks are. The purpose of the role is to provide a foundation to an insurance focused career in underwriting. As part of your development and to support your team you will: Learn how to assess the different risks and how to set terms and complete your underwriting tasks in line with our best practice guidelines. Carry out a variety of tasks such as making simple changes to policies, negotiating with brokers and chasing up and agreeing small policy changes. Take ownership of a small portfolio of renewal or new business accounts. Develop the skills and capabilities needed to be granted authority to make decisions independently of your supervisor. class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> What we offer In addition to the Insurance Practitioner Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, you will work towards your Certificate in Insurance (Cert CII). Chubb provides a broad range of on the job as well as structured learning provided by our own in-house technical experts as well as selected third parties. Apprentices will also have access to training on data analytics, project management, digital innovation, influencing skills and leadership. As part of this programme Apprentices will also have the opportunity to travel to a number of UK offices and at least one of our European offices. After the apprenticeship programme, what's next? Once you've completed your apprenticeship, we'll support you so that you have the opportunity to find a role that best suits you and explore different career paths. We'll give you the support, training, and tools you need to continue to excel in whatever you choose. Who we're looking for? No Insurance experience is necessary, but the position is ideally suited to people who can demonstrate: Minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade 'C' or above (or equivalent such as Scottish Standard Grade, or Junior Certificate in Ireland), including Mathematics & English. More than anything, we are looking for a positive 'can do' attitude and a willingness to learn! Being curious, asking questions and a willingness to work with others to solve problems will be key to success. Skills required for this kind of role include: Good written and verbal communication Ability to work with numerical data Attention to detail Logical, practical, and adaptable Ability to empathise and build rapport with customers Strong organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team and independently Flexible WorkingWe are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. This can be discussed with the Recruitment Business Partner managing this position. Integrity Client focus. Respect. Excellence. TeamworkOur core values dictate how we live and work. We're an ethical and honest company that's wholly committed to its clients. A business that's engaged in mutual trust and respect for its employees and partners. A place where colleagues perform at the highest levels. And a working environment that's collaborative and supportive. Diversity & InclusionAt Chubb, we are working hard to ensure inclusion is fully integrated in what we do and how we do it. We see our colleagues as our greatest asset and value the unique contribution each individual brings. If you require any additional support or adjustments during this application process, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Senior School Improvement Officer (SSIO) Start date: 01 September 2024 or sooner by negotiation Hours per week: Full-time - 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Part-time may be considered Location: Varied - a combination of onsite within our schools, hybrid working and occasional working at our Central Office in Bakewell The Role Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) is a Multi Academy Trust that comprises of thirty-three schools, including primary, infant, junior, secondary and nursery provision, across Derbyshire and within Derby City. Established in 2014 by the Diocese of Derby, DDAT is committed to providing high quality education for all children in their academies based on clearly established Christian values and principles. With a healthy pipeline of schools who are in the process of joining the Trust, the Senior School Improvement Officer (SSIO) will play a pivotal role in the next stage of the Trust's development. Due to the promotion of the current post-holder, we are seeking to recruit a professional who will provide highly effective leadership and can support the CEO and Deputy CEO to ensure the best outcomes for the communities we serve as well as sustainable growth. The successful candidate will already have experience of school inspection, with a proven track record of successfully supporting schools to improve and building strong professional relationships and partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders. The school improvement team at DDAT is comprised of professionals who have had significant impact on our family of schools, many of which have made significant gains as evidenced through inspection and pupil outcomes. The successful candidate will be a driven and ambitious leader who will empower others within the Trust and will be able to build on our comprehensive training offer to ensure that DDAT is an employer of choice. Working closely with our Headteachers, Governance and the DDAT Central Team you will support our communities, pupils, staff, and leaders to flourish and excel. It is essential that the successful candidate can demonstrate they will embrace the vision, values, and ethos of DDAT. As well as an alignment with our vision, values and ethos, the successful candidate will demonstrate: Substantial leadership and management experience at senior leadership level within education providers for the statutory age range and or Sixth Form, or from similar duties in a Local Authority. Current HMI or Ofsted Inspector experience. Have a detailed understanding of what supports and develops the capacity of school leaders to embed ambition and drive improvement in their schools. Interpret challenge and apply performance data and local information to confirm the performance of schools and pupil groups, and to identify areas of high or underperformance. Monitor, deliver and broker support for schools both within and destined to join the Trust, to enhance their journey to outstanding, and ensure the rapid improvement of schools deemed 'requires improvement' or 'inadequate'. The ability to work in a team that sets itself and schools high standards based on Christian values and principles, sometimes in challenging circumstances, whilst securing positive relationships that support innovation and improvement. Experience of effectively managing a complex and varied workload. Capacity to contribute to the ambition we have for all our schools to become outstanding. The ability to support, challenge, and work in collaboration with senior colleagues and executive teams whilst displaying empathy and purpose, and a passion for developing others. Offer professional support, challenging and intellectual stimulus to our family of schools who have high expectations of our service. DDAT will offer you: Support from an experienced CEO and Deputy CEO, and a team of school improvement professionals to ensure that the post-holder receives the necessary professional development and ongoing inspection experience to be successful in the role and have impact across the Trust. Opportunity to work within a team of school improvement officers with substantial and current experience of inspection and adding value to our schools. An opportunity to work as part of a supportive wider team. A competitive salary and LGPS pension contributions. Expenses policy, Time off in lieu policy and competitive annual leave entitlement. Benefits including but not limited to; Free onsite parking at Bakewell Head Office, Cycle to Work Scheme, free eye tests and a contribution towards a pair of glasses for employees using VDU's, Employee Assistant Programme & an opportunity to work flexibly. The post holder must be prepared to reside with the means to travel to all thirty-three of our academies. The Trust operates expenses and time off in lieu policy to support the varied work of the central team. How to apply To apply for this position, please complete a DDAT application form making explicit your areas of expertise and submit it to by the closing date. If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about this post, please email in the first instance. Discussions: Friday 5 th and Thursday 18 th April 2024. Potential Interview Dates: 9 th & 10 th May 2024. DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions. DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, completion of a probationary period, pre-employment, and Disclosure Barring Service checks. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).
Apr 04, 2024
Full time
Senior School Improvement Officer (SSIO) Start date: 01 September 2024 or sooner by negotiation Hours per week: Full-time - 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Part-time may be considered Location: Varied - a combination of onsite within our schools, hybrid working and occasional working at our Central Office in Bakewell The Role Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) is a Multi Academy Trust that comprises of thirty-three schools, including primary, infant, junior, secondary and nursery provision, across Derbyshire and within Derby City. Established in 2014 by the Diocese of Derby, DDAT is committed to providing high quality education for all children in their academies based on clearly established Christian values and principles. With a healthy pipeline of schools who are in the process of joining the Trust, the Senior School Improvement Officer (SSIO) will play a pivotal role in the next stage of the Trust's development. Due to the promotion of the current post-holder, we are seeking to recruit a professional who will provide highly effective leadership and can support the CEO and Deputy CEO to ensure the best outcomes for the communities we serve as well as sustainable growth. The successful candidate will already have experience of school inspection, with a proven track record of successfully supporting schools to improve and building strong professional relationships and partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders. The school improvement team at DDAT is comprised of professionals who have had significant impact on our family of schools, many of which have made significant gains as evidenced through inspection and pupil outcomes. The successful candidate will be a driven and ambitious leader who will empower others within the Trust and will be able to build on our comprehensive training offer to ensure that DDAT is an employer of choice. Working closely with our Headteachers, Governance and the DDAT Central Team you will support our communities, pupils, staff, and leaders to flourish and excel. It is essential that the successful candidate can demonstrate they will embrace the vision, values, and ethos of DDAT. As well as an alignment with our vision, values and ethos, the successful candidate will demonstrate: Substantial leadership and management experience at senior leadership level within education providers for the statutory age range and or Sixth Form, or from similar duties in a Local Authority. Current HMI or Ofsted Inspector experience. Have a detailed understanding of what supports and develops the capacity of school leaders to embed ambition and drive improvement in their schools. Interpret challenge and apply performance data and local information to confirm the performance of schools and pupil groups, and to identify areas of high or underperformance. Monitor, deliver and broker support for schools both within and destined to join the Trust, to enhance their journey to outstanding, and ensure the rapid improvement of schools deemed 'requires improvement' or 'inadequate'. The ability to work in a team that sets itself and schools high standards based on Christian values and principles, sometimes in challenging circumstances, whilst securing positive relationships that support innovation and improvement. Experience of effectively managing a complex and varied workload. Capacity to contribute to the ambition we have for all our schools to become outstanding. The ability to support, challenge, and work in collaboration with senior colleagues and executive teams whilst displaying empathy and purpose, and a passion for developing others. Offer professional support, challenging and intellectual stimulus to our family of schools who have high expectations of our service. DDAT will offer you: Support from an experienced CEO and Deputy CEO, and a team of school improvement professionals to ensure that the post-holder receives the necessary professional development and ongoing inspection experience to be successful in the role and have impact across the Trust. Opportunity to work within a team of school improvement officers with substantial and current experience of inspection and adding value to our schools. An opportunity to work as part of a supportive wider team. A competitive salary and LGPS pension contributions. Expenses policy, Time off in lieu policy and competitive annual leave entitlement. Benefits including but not limited to; Free onsite parking at Bakewell Head Office, Cycle to Work Scheme, free eye tests and a contribution towards a pair of glasses for employees using VDU's, Employee Assistant Programme & an opportunity to work flexibly. The post holder must be prepared to reside with the means to travel to all thirty-three of our academies. The Trust operates expenses and time off in lieu policy to support the varied work of the central team. How to apply To apply for this position, please complete a DDAT application form making explicit your areas of expertise and submit it to by the closing date. If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about this post, please email in the first instance. Discussions: Friday 5 th and Thursday 18 th April 2024. Potential Interview Dates: 9 th & 10 th May 2024. DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions. DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, completion of a probationary period, pre-employment, and Disclosure Barring Service checks. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).
class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> Building a Better Future Do you want to grow your career ladder without incurring tuition fees? Do you want to be supported in further education and obtain an industry recognised qualification? Are you interested in working with colleagues in other countries and functions to help give peace of mind to individuals and businesses alike? If so, then Chubb Academy might be the place for you By learning while you earn, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience of working in a stimulating environment. With numerous opportunities to develop your skills for a long-term, rewarding career, joining Chubb will give you a great head start. Competitive salaries that grow with your experience Personal and professional development A demanding but rewarding programme Positions available across the UK A programme of attractive benefits Comprehensive on-the-job training Full support towards professional qualifications Opportunities for a permanent position when you finish Offering an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can shine. Looking to develop your skills and career within Insurance? Chubb Apprenticeship programme is a 24-month programme providing a foundation for an insurance focused career, which involves 20% structured learning and 80% on-the-job training (practice). Learning will focus on Chubb's Craftmanship Curriculum and technical training relevant to the insurance industry, Chubb systems, digital, business, and personal development skills. The on-the-job training will be on site in a defined Chubb UK office working with the local teams. Each job holder will have a mentor/buddy to help them navigate through professional situations in their early development. Positions within our Casualty and Accident & Health claims teams with a view of moving into a suitable role within the organisation. The programme is aimed at people with minimal work experience in the Insurance sector, who would like to change their career or who want to kick-start or accelerate their career. Where appropriate, the jobholder will be involved in cross-functional projects allowing them to expand their network and be exposed to senior management. What the role entails The purpose of the role is to provide a foundation to an Insurance focused career within claims. The job involves working to tight deadlines, working under pressure and using technology. Claims Ever wondered what happens before a court case is heard or after the sirens stop and everyone goes home? If you are looking for an exciting career where you will have the chance to work with people from all over the globe, then an Apprenticeship in Claims might be for you. As part of your development and to ensure that claims are handled efficiently, in line with standards and procedures, you will: Assist your line manager with a variety of tasks and support the team in carrying out and delivering the claims proposition and strategy, in partnership with other internal and external stakeholders whilst also displaying Chubb values. Work collaboratively within the claims team, understand and work to practice guidelines to deliver customer and broker satisfaction that exceeds expectations. Develop skills and capabilities and drive to pursue a career in Insurance Claims. class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> What we offer In addition to the Certificate for Customer Services in the Financial Services Sector at SCQF Level 6, you will work towards your Certificate in Insurance (Cert CII). Chubb provides a broad range of on the job as well as structured learning provided by our own in-house technical experts as well as selected third parties. Apprentices will also have access to training on data analytics, project management, digital innovation, influencing skills and leadership. As part of this programme Apprentices will also have the opportunity to travel to a number of UK offices and at least one of our European offices. After the apprenticeship programme, what's next? Once you've completed your apprenticeship, we'll support you so that you have the opportunity to find a role that best suits you and explore different career paths. We'll give you the support, training, and tools you need to continue to excel in whatever you choose. Who we're looking for? No Insurance experience is necessary, but the position is ideally suited to people who can demonstrate: Minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade 'C' or above (or equivalent such as Scottish Standard Grade, or Junior Certificate in Ireland), including Mathematics & English. More than anything, we are looking for a positive 'can do' attitude and a willingness to learn! Being curious, asking questions and a willingness to work with others to solve problems will be key to success. Skills required for this kind of role include: Good written and verbal communication Ability to work with numerical data Attention to detail Logical, practical, and adaptable Ability to empathise and build rapport with customers Strong organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team and independently Flexible Working We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. This can be discussed with the Recruitment Business Partner managing this position. Integrity. Client focus. Respect. Excellence. TeamworkOur core values dictate how we live and work. We're an ethical and honest company that's wholly committed to its clients. A business that's engaged in mutual trust and respect for its employees and partners. A place where colleagues perform at the highest levels. And a working environment that's collaborative and supportive. Diversity & InclusionAt Chubb, we are working hard to ensure inclusion is fully integrated in what we do and how we do it. We see our colleagues as our greatest asset and value the unique contribution each individual brings. If you require any additional support or adjustments during this application process, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Apr 04, 2024
Full time
class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> Building a Better Future Do you want to grow your career ladder without incurring tuition fees? Do you want to be supported in further education and obtain an industry recognised qualification? Are you interested in working with colleagues in other countries and functions to help give peace of mind to individuals and businesses alike? If so, then Chubb Academy might be the place for you By learning while you earn, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience of working in a stimulating environment. With numerous opportunities to develop your skills for a long-term, rewarding career, joining Chubb will give you a great head start. Competitive salaries that grow with your experience Personal and professional development A demanding but rewarding programme Positions available across the UK A programme of attractive benefits Comprehensive on-the-job training Full support towards professional qualifications Opportunities for a permanent position when you finish Offering an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can shine. Looking to develop your skills and career within Insurance? Chubb Apprenticeship programme is a 24-month programme providing a foundation for an insurance focused career, which involves 20% structured learning and 80% on-the-job training (practice). Learning will focus on Chubb's Craftmanship Curriculum and technical training relevant to the insurance industry, Chubb systems, digital, business, and personal development skills. The on-the-job training will be on site in a defined Chubb UK office working with the local teams. Each job holder will have a mentor/buddy to help them navigate through professional situations in their early development. Positions within our Casualty and Accident & Health claims teams with a view of moving into a suitable role within the organisation. The programme is aimed at people with minimal work experience in the Insurance sector, who would like to change their career or who want to kick-start or accelerate their career. Where appropriate, the jobholder will be involved in cross-functional projects allowing them to expand their network and be exposed to senior management. What the role entails The purpose of the role is to provide a foundation to an Insurance focused career within claims. The job involves working to tight deadlines, working under pressure and using technology. Claims Ever wondered what happens before a court case is heard or after the sirens stop and everyone goes home? If you are looking for an exciting career where you will have the chance to work with people from all over the globe, then an Apprenticeship in Claims might be for you. As part of your development and to ensure that claims are handled efficiently, in line with standards and procedures, you will: Assist your line manager with a variety of tasks and support the team in carrying out and delivering the claims proposition and strategy, in partnership with other internal and external stakeholders whilst also displaying Chubb values. Work collaboratively within the claims team, understand and work to practice guidelines to deliver customer and broker satisfaction that exceeds expectations. Develop skills and capabilities and drive to pursue a career in Insurance Claims. class: 'cc-column ' + size()"> class: customizationParamsmonParams.cssClass,attr: id: customizationParamsmonParams.cssId ,customStyles: customizationParamsmonParams,"> What we offer In addition to the Certificate for Customer Services in the Financial Services Sector at SCQF Level 6, you will work towards your Certificate in Insurance (Cert CII). Chubb provides a broad range of on the job as well as structured learning provided by our own in-house technical experts as well as selected third parties. Apprentices will also have access to training on data analytics, project management, digital innovation, influencing skills and leadership. As part of this programme Apprentices will also have the opportunity to travel to a number of UK offices and at least one of our European offices. After the apprenticeship programme, what's next? Once you've completed your apprenticeship, we'll support you so that you have the opportunity to find a role that best suits you and explore different career paths. We'll give you the support, training, and tools you need to continue to excel in whatever you choose. Who we're looking for? No Insurance experience is necessary, but the position is ideally suited to people who can demonstrate: Minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade 'C' or above (or equivalent such as Scottish Standard Grade, or Junior Certificate in Ireland), including Mathematics & English. More than anything, we are looking for a positive 'can do' attitude and a willingness to learn! Being curious, asking questions and a willingness to work with others to solve problems will be key to success. Skills required for this kind of role include: Good written and verbal communication Ability to work with numerical data Attention to detail Logical, practical, and adaptable Ability to empathise and build rapport with customers Strong organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team and independently Flexible Working We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. This can be discussed with the Recruitment Business Partner managing this position. Integrity. Client focus. Respect. Excellence. TeamworkOur core values dictate how we live and work. We're an ethical and honest company that's wholly committed to its clients. A business that's engaged in mutual trust and respect for its employees and partners. A place where colleagues perform at the highest levels. And a working environment that's collaborative and supportive. Diversity & InclusionAt Chubb, we are working hard to ensure inclusion is fully integrated in what we do and how we do it. We see our colleagues as our greatest asset and value the unique contribution each individual brings. If you require any additional support or adjustments during this application process, please contact the Recruitment Team.
(Senior) Cyber Actuary We're hiring! Aon is currently recruiting a (Senior) Cyber Actuary to join our team in London. The (Senior) Cyber Actuary will be responsible for elevating Aon's ability to deliver market-leading cyber actuarial and reinsurance analytics to a greater number of clients globally. You will work closely with the broking part of the cyber team as a key client-facing contributor to design, pitch for and deliver cyber reinsurance programs that meet client needs. You will also take a lead role in supporting the development of junior analytics colleagues in the team. About Aon Aon Plc is a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. Our 50,000 colleagues in 120 countries empower results for clients by using proprietary data and analytics to deliver insights that reduce volatility and improve performance. Aon is an equal opportunities employer. Aon's recruitment and selection policy ensures the best possible skill mix of colleagues and the highest quality candidates are appointed using objective job-related criteria. About Aon's Cyber Reinsurance Practice Aon is a leading global provider of reinsurance broking and advisory services, including its fast growing and market leading cyber practice, comprised of brokers and analytics professionals. Aon's cyber proposition is an analytics-led approach underpinned by its ability to advise clients and prospects on understanding catastrophic cyber risk. About the Role Your impact as a (Senior) Cyber Actuary: This role is a (senior) specialist position, which will elevate Aon's ability to deliver market-leading cyber analytics and reinsurance solutions to a greater number of clients globally. You will have the opportunity to provide analytics and collaborate with brokers to service some of the largest global (re)insurers, leading and start-up cyber insurance companies and work on innovative transactions that improve the profitability of cyber business and address the societal need to increase capital deployed for systemic cyber risk As a (senior) member of our client-focussed team, you will play a key role in leading and delivering our capabilities, developing and presenting reinsurance solutions and analytics to clients, working alongside brokers as a key part of the team negotiating with clients and reinsurers You will bring your skills and experience in understanding loss and performance drivers for cyber insurance to take a lead role in developing Aon's "non-cat" analytics offering for clients. You will use your understanding of how underwriting companies think, in order to develop analytics that bring them value You will support our junior analysts towards being able to deliver analytics independently, e.g. developing their skills on reinsurance structuring analytics, and support our brokers to understand the analytics driving our proposed solutions for clients You will work with the broking and analytics team on innovation of new cyber risk products for better mitigating clients' specific cyber portfolio risks You will develop and maintain strong links with our clients and reinsurers to ensure Aon is seen as a trusted advisor and partner on cyber reinsurance that meets their needs. Responsibility for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance with the Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks (including completion of mandatory training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company. About you Your knowledge and expertise: Actuarial acumen and qualifications, especially in a consulting or client / underwriter facing capacity Desire to create market-leading analytical and actuarial insights that our clients sorely need Passion for delivering value transparently to clients and finding commercial solutions to challenges involving significant uncertainty Able to work both independently and in a team environment to ensure our junior team members develop and enjoy working for Aon Accomplished presentation, communication and content creation skills, and client acumen Passion for developing the cyber reinsurance market and the application of analytics Ability to innovate Salary and Benefits This role offers a competitive salary and bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package and 25 days holiday. Through our flexible benefits, you will also have the opportunity to choose additional benefits, including healthcare and additional holiday. We also offer tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organisation. Our Colleague Experience Every day, our colleagues make a difference, work with the best, own their potential, and value one another. Together, we share this one purpose: to empower economic and human possibility around the world. This unifying goal is at the heart of our identity, and it lives in everything we do.To learn more about our colleague experience, visit Aon Colleague Experience. We're happy to talk flexible working. If you need to flex your working pattern, Aon offers flexible and agile working policies and we're happy to discuss options with you upon application.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
(Senior) Cyber Actuary We're hiring! Aon is currently recruiting a (Senior) Cyber Actuary to join our team in London. The (Senior) Cyber Actuary will be responsible for elevating Aon's ability to deliver market-leading cyber actuarial and reinsurance analytics to a greater number of clients globally. You will work closely with the broking part of the cyber team as a key client-facing contributor to design, pitch for and deliver cyber reinsurance programs that meet client needs. You will also take a lead role in supporting the development of junior analytics colleagues in the team. About Aon Aon Plc is a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. Our 50,000 colleagues in 120 countries empower results for clients by using proprietary data and analytics to deliver insights that reduce volatility and improve performance. Aon is an equal opportunities employer. Aon's recruitment and selection policy ensures the best possible skill mix of colleagues and the highest quality candidates are appointed using objective job-related criteria. About Aon's Cyber Reinsurance Practice Aon is a leading global provider of reinsurance broking and advisory services, including its fast growing and market leading cyber practice, comprised of brokers and analytics professionals. Aon's cyber proposition is an analytics-led approach underpinned by its ability to advise clients and prospects on understanding catastrophic cyber risk. About the Role Your impact as a (Senior) Cyber Actuary: This role is a (senior) specialist position, which will elevate Aon's ability to deliver market-leading cyber analytics and reinsurance solutions to a greater number of clients globally. You will have the opportunity to provide analytics and collaborate with brokers to service some of the largest global (re)insurers, leading and start-up cyber insurance companies and work on innovative transactions that improve the profitability of cyber business and address the societal need to increase capital deployed for systemic cyber risk As a (senior) member of our client-focussed team, you will play a key role in leading and delivering our capabilities, developing and presenting reinsurance solutions and analytics to clients, working alongside brokers as a key part of the team negotiating with clients and reinsurers You will bring your skills and experience in understanding loss and performance drivers for cyber insurance to take a lead role in developing Aon's "non-cat" analytics offering for clients. You will use your understanding of how underwriting companies think, in order to develop analytics that bring them value You will support our junior analysts towards being able to deliver analytics independently, e.g. developing their skills on reinsurance structuring analytics, and support our brokers to understand the analytics driving our proposed solutions for clients You will work with the broking and analytics team on innovation of new cyber risk products for better mitigating clients' specific cyber portfolio risks You will develop and maintain strong links with our clients and reinsurers to ensure Aon is seen as a trusted advisor and partner on cyber reinsurance that meets their needs. Responsibility for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance with the Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks (including completion of mandatory training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company. About you Your knowledge and expertise: Actuarial acumen and qualifications, especially in a consulting or client / underwriter facing capacity Desire to create market-leading analytical and actuarial insights that our clients sorely need Passion for delivering value transparently to clients and finding commercial solutions to challenges involving significant uncertainty Able to work both independently and in a team environment to ensure our junior team members develop and enjoy working for Aon Accomplished presentation, communication and content creation skills, and client acumen Passion for developing the cyber reinsurance market and the application of analytics Ability to innovate Salary and Benefits This role offers a competitive salary and bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package and 25 days holiday. Through our flexible benefits, you will also have the opportunity to choose additional benefits, including healthcare and additional holiday. We also offer tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organisation. Our Colleague Experience Every day, our colleagues make a difference, work with the best, own their potential, and value one another. Together, we share this one purpose: to empower economic and human possibility around the world. This unifying goal is at the heart of our identity, and it lives in everything we do.To learn more about our colleague experience, visit Aon Colleague Experience. We're happy to talk flexible working. If you need to flex your working pattern, Aon offers flexible and agile working policies and we're happy to discuss options with you upon application.
WHAT YOU'LL DO Reporting to the Global People Senior Director. As the Global Chapter Learning and Engagement Senior Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the learning agenda for BCG X employees and developing an employee experience grounded in BCG X's technical disciplines (Chapters). In close cooperation with the BCG X Leadership Team and particularly BCG X's Global Chapter Leadership, you will collaborate with our team of strong professionals to shape the our L&D agenda. Building on your expertise in Learning and Development, you will help us design and drive an employee centric L&D approach, uplift the quality of our curriculum for maximum impact and facilitate and enhance relationships with key stakeholders. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Work closely with Senior Leadership and other stakeholders to understand the evolving business and employee needs and translate this into a global learning strategy that delivers a world class learning experience for our employees Act as strategic thought partner for the Leadership of our 7 different technical disciplines to (Chapters) ensure we deliver an L&D offering supports development of distinctive skillsets and ensures our employees are upskilled in the latest technical advancements Help advance the function through driving innovation into our approach, channels and use of state-of-the-art tools and technology Develop targeted programs to support our business objectives; work closely with other relevant BCG functions (e.g., DEI) and the global L&D network to ensure an effective and consistent approach Drive the design and delivery of change initiatives, best practice exchange, and further improve relevance of programs and self-service offerings Partner with regional people and development teams to ensure employees are receiving the right training at the right time based on their development needs Implement consistent policies and procedures in line with regional and global guidelines on program applicability Act as the representative for BCG X on the BCG Global Learning Council, building a deep understanding of the global learning agenda, driving collaboration across core & X agendas YOU'RE GOOD AT Candidates must be able to perform successfully in a fast-paced, global, intellectually intense, service-oriented environment, keeping with BCG's values and culture Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate with all organizational levels inside and outside BCG through establishing positive, unbiased and productive working relationships Able to engender trust from senior local, regional and global BCG X leadership as well as more junior resources, and serve as a broker or liaison between the two groups Strong communication skills; able to communicate confidently, articulately; able to influence multiple stakeholders to adopt a new point of view and be simultaneously flexible with adjusting own perspective in light of new information or constraints Maturity and seasoning that engenders respect and trust from others; good judgment, professionalism, strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative style High integrity, tact, a positive attitude, and an ability to maintain absolute confidentiality Comfortable in resolving conflict, delivering difficult messages with empathy and addressing all people related issues A quick study; a can-do attitude; a creative solution seeker with a readiness to try new approaches; decisive, pragmatic, and reason-minded Quick to learn BCG policies, practices, structure, and how decisions are made An active team player with strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills Comfortable in both working in detail and understanding the big picture; able to consider the ramifications of decisions on various constituencies Autonomous, able to tolerate ambiguity, self-motivated YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) A passion and interest in Learning & Development, with a degree in any discipline Advanced Degree (Masters, MBA, JD, PhD, etc.) preferred Prior consulting experience is highly preferred in order to ensure a deep understanding of our target audience's needs and skills in their roles 10+ years' total work experience YOU'LL WORK WITH BCG's HR team works to attract, develop, excite, deploy, and retain the best people in the market. Those in human resources jobs manage the life cycle of all BCG employees-from hiring top talent and developing their skills to rewarding their contributions and supporting career progression and mobility.
Feb 02, 2024
Full time
WHAT YOU'LL DO Reporting to the Global People Senior Director. As the Global Chapter Learning and Engagement Senior Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the learning agenda for BCG X employees and developing an employee experience grounded in BCG X's technical disciplines (Chapters). In close cooperation with the BCG X Leadership Team and particularly BCG X's Global Chapter Leadership, you will collaborate with our team of strong professionals to shape the our L&D agenda. Building on your expertise in Learning and Development, you will help us design and drive an employee centric L&D approach, uplift the quality of our curriculum for maximum impact and facilitate and enhance relationships with key stakeholders. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Work closely with Senior Leadership and other stakeholders to understand the evolving business and employee needs and translate this into a global learning strategy that delivers a world class learning experience for our employees Act as strategic thought partner for the Leadership of our 7 different technical disciplines to (Chapters) ensure we deliver an L&D offering supports development of distinctive skillsets and ensures our employees are upskilled in the latest technical advancements Help advance the function through driving innovation into our approach, channels and use of state-of-the-art tools and technology Develop targeted programs to support our business objectives; work closely with other relevant BCG functions (e.g., DEI) and the global L&D network to ensure an effective and consistent approach Drive the design and delivery of change initiatives, best practice exchange, and further improve relevance of programs and self-service offerings Partner with regional people and development teams to ensure employees are receiving the right training at the right time based on their development needs Implement consistent policies and procedures in line with regional and global guidelines on program applicability Act as the representative for BCG X on the BCG Global Learning Council, building a deep understanding of the global learning agenda, driving collaboration across core & X agendas YOU'RE GOOD AT Candidates must be able to perform successfully in a fast-paced, global, intellectually intense, service-oriented environment, keeping with BCG's values and culture Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate with all organizational levels inside and outside BCG through establishing positive, unbiased and productive working relationships Able to engender trust from senior local, regional and global BCG X leadership as well as more junior resources, and serve as a broker or liaison between the two groups Strong communication skills; able to communicate confidently, articulately; able to influence multiple stakeholders to adopt a new point of view and be simultaneously flexible with adjusting own perspective in light of new information or constraints Maturity and seasoning that engenders respect and trust from others; good judgment, professionalism, strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative style High integrity, tact, a positive attitude, and an ability to maintain absolute confidentiality Comfortable in resolving conflict, delivering difficult messages with empathy and addressing all people related issues A quick study; a can-do attitude; a creative solution seeker with a readiness to try new approaches; decisive, pragmatic, and reason-minded Quick to learn BCG policies, practices, structure, and how decisions are made An active team player with strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills Comfortable in both working in detail and understanding the big picture; able to consider the ramifications of decisions on various constituencies Autonomous, able to tolerate ambiguity, self-motivated YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) A passion and interest in Learning & Development, with a degree in any discipline Advanced Degree (Masters, MBA, JD, PhD, etc.) preferred Prior consulting experience is highly preferred in order to ensure a deep understanding of our target audience's needs and skills in their roles 10+ years' total work experience YOU'LL WORK WITH BCG's HR team works to attract, develop, excite, deploy, and retain the best people in the market. Those in human resources jobs manage the life cycle of all BCG employees-from hiring top talent and developing their skills to rewarding their contributions and supporting career progression and mobility.
Banking and Capital Markets (B&CM) Audit is the market leading banking audit practice, with an extensive portfolio of flagship clients ranging from global banks through to brokers, challenger banks and FinTechs. Our team of 650 experts, deliver audit services to our clients from offices across the UK. Joining B&CM will give you the opportunity to work on both large and smaller audits. There is a broad range of client roles to align to your interest or give you a new challenge. Understanding our clients' businesses and the risks they face is at the heart of what we do and is of utmost importance in upholding the highest levels of audit quality. The role: As a Senior Manager, you'll lead a team of forward-thinking individuals to deliver high quality audits. You'll be responsible, alongside the audit engagement leader, to develop and nurture relationships with our client's senior leaders and work with them to plan the audit process from beginning to end. A rewarding career path awaits - join our team to develop yourself as a strategic leader, benefit from the wide range of development opportunities at PwC alongside contributing to the success of the audit business. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading large multi-location, often international, teams using your people and relationship management skills to deliver high quality audit work from project planning to completion; Developing trusted senior client relationships and demonstrating curiosity that allows you to have insightful conversations and provide appropriate challenge during the Audit; Building connections across teams and specialist areas within PwC to bring insight to the organisations we audit. This includes managing specialist teams supporting the audit, building consensus around conflicting views and making recommendations where appropriate; Leading the delivery of the areas of complex or judgemental audit work, including identifying issues, analysing multiple data points to draw informed conclusions and clearly articulate these conclusions in written and verbal form to senior stakeholders; Ensuring the team's audit documentation meets the highest standards, reviewing financial statements to ensure they comply with relevant requirements; Managing the financial and resource aspects of Audit engagements, demonstrating a commercial approach throughout; Leading internal projects supporting PwC and the lines of service, as well as acting as a role model, mentor and coach for junior staff members in your business unit; Putting the team first by coaching with purpose, being present with the team and openly communicating expectations; and Encouraging an inclusive team environment that promotes innovative thinking, collaboration and constructive challenge - helping people realise their potential and support their long-term aspirations. Essential Skills and Experience: Be Chartered Accountant / ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualified accountant (or international equivalent) or have equivalent work experience in Audit (including international candidates who technically qualify in their home country by experience); A high level of experience of IFRS and/or UK GAAP and be highly skilled in using international standards on auditing; Highly developed project management skills and a strong track record of managing larger or more complex audits to the highest standard from planning to completion; Has the ability to communicate complex or contentious audit matters clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form to colleagues and senior client stakeholders; Has the ability to offer considered points of view in client conversations around broader industry topics and provide knowledgeable challenge to senior clients in the context of an audit; and Takes pride in their work and in the Audit profession. Shows resilience and demonstrates dedication to self development including being agile and innovative in the digital world.
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
Banking and Capital Markets (B&CM) Audit is the market leading banking audit practice, with an extensive portfolio of flagship clients ranging from global banks through to brokers, challenger banks and FinTechs. Our team of 650 experts, deliver audit services to our clients from offices across the UK. Joining B&CM will give you the opportunity to work on both large and smaller audits. There is a broad range of client roles to align to your interest or give you a new challenge. Understanding our clients' businesses and the risks they face is at the heart of what we do and is of utmost importance in upholding the highest levels of audit quality. The role: As a Senior Manager, you'll lead a team of forward-thinking individuals to deliver high quality audits. You'll be responsible, alongside the audit engagement leader, to develop and nurture relationships with our client's senior leaders and work with them to plan the audit process from beginning to end. A rewarding career path awaits - join our team to develop yourself as a strategic leader, benefit from the wide range of development opportunities at PwC alongside contributing to the success of the audit business. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading large multi-location, often international, teams using your people and relationship management skills to deliver high quality audit work from project planning to completion; Developing trusted senior client relationships and demonstrating curiosity that allows you to have insightful conversations and provide appropriate challenge during the Audit; Building connections across teams and specialist areas within PwC to bring insight to the organisations we audit. This includes managing specialist teams supporting the audit, building consensus around conflicting views and making recommendations where appropriate; Leading the delivery of the areas of complex or judgemental audit work, including identifying issues, analysing multiple data points to draw informed conclusions and clearly articulate these conclusions in written and verbal form to senior stakeholders; Ensuring the team's audit documentation meets the highest standards, reviewing financial statements to ensure they comply with relevant requirements; Managing the financial and resource aspects of Audit engagements, demonstrating a commercial approach throughout; Leading internal projects supporting PwC and the lines of service, as well as acting as a role model, mentor and coach for junior staff members in your business unit; Putting the team first by coaching with purpose, being present with the team and openly communicating expectations; and Encouraging an inclusive team environment that promotes innovative thinking, collaboration and constructive challenge - helping people realise their potential and support their long-term aspirations. Essential Skills and Experience: Be Chartered Accountant / ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualified accountant (or international equivalent) or have equivalent work experience in Audit (including international candidates who technically qualify in their home country by experience); A high level of experience of IFRS and/or UK GAAP and be highly skilled in using international standards on auditing; Highly developed project management skills and a strong track record of managing larger or more complex audits to the highest standard from planning to completion; Has the ability to communicate complex or contentious audit matters clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form to colleagues and senior client stakeholders; Has the ability to offer considered points of view in client conversations around broader industry topics and provide knowledgeable challenge to senior clients in the context of an audit; and Takes pride in their work and in the Audit profession. Shows resilience and demonstrates dedication to self development including being agile and innovative in the digital world.
Bell & Clements is a specialist insurance company offering expertise in underwriting, broking and capacity management provisions for Excess and Surplus (E&S) lines insurance solutions. The unique combination of broking and underwriting divisions provides the ability to quote and bind risks through inhouse binding authorities, while providing customers with access to Lloyd's, US and international markets. Bell & Clements has been part of the Munich Re Group since 2007 and is a registered Lloyd's broker. There are over 150 staff based across the London headquarters and two U.S offices in Virginia and New Jersey with close collaboration throughout. Bell & Clements offers industry-leading technology solutions that benefit both customers and inhouse processes. As part of the Munich Re Group enables an inclusive culture with an established employee benefits programme. Your Role: Are you ready for a new challenge? We are looking to hire a lead pricing actuary for Munich Re Specialty Insurance's Bell & Clements business unit, which writes residential property, commercial property, and other coverages on an excess and surplus basis in the US market by delegating authority to select coverholders. This individual will support the profitable growth across existing and new products in support of Munich Re Group's Ambition 2025. The role reports into the Chief Underwriting Officer of Bell & Clements and is based in London. We are also open to considering candidates in Princeton NJ, Philadelphia PA in the US. Responsibilities Partner with Business Unit and Coverholders as a trusted advisor to drive pricing excellence for Residential Property, Commercial Property, Transportation, Flood, Earthquake, Lender-Placed, and other products. Develop technical pricing indications across responsible products based on actuarial techniques, including predictive modeling. Perform rate studies across responsible products to evaluate portfolio rate need, project profitability, and guide Business Unit to improve profitability. Develop result monitoring, pricing and portfolio management projects that will assist underwriters and management in managing and steering business. Document and communicate assumptions, results, and alternatives to actuarial staff, internal clients, and external clients. In consultation with the Cat Modeling team, drive improvements in the sophistication and accuracy of technical pricing for catastrophic perils, including tropical cyclone, severe convective storm, winter storm, earthquake, wildfire, and flood. Liase with Digital Underwriting team to enhance models and workflows used to digitally price Residential Property and Commercial Property business. Conduct pricing analyses, including the development of rates, ultimate loss projections, trend studies, and communication of results. Influence stakeholders based on results of analyses. Strong understanding and ability to discuss and apply the use of existing & new actuarial concepts/techniques involving exposure adjustments, trend, loss development, exposure rating, et al. Provide actuarial insight and expertise on actuarial assumptions and parameters as participant or lead on a Market Research Analysis and Parameters (MRAP) line of business group. Maintain contemporary, in depth knowledge of property lines of business. Participate in training of others (underwriters, client managers, risk analysts, accountants and actuaries) regarding actuarial analyses and methodologies. Mentor, train, and review analyses from more junior actuaries Experience Incorporate qualitative information into quantitative analyses of rates, etc. Develop strong understanding of actuarial concepts and analytics. Application of more advanced and creative techniques in worksheets and other applications. Strong judgmental and problem-solving skills to address potentially complex and high-profile issues. Ability to identify, obtain and utilize industry information relevant to the completion of rate analyses. Good time management and organizational skills including the ability to manage conflicting priorities, complete multiple tasks and projects. Membership in the Casualty Actuarial Society or Institute and Faculty of Actuaries required. FCAS/FIA preferred. Eight (8) or more years of experience in primary insurance pricing, especially property lines. Strong technical actuarial skills and strong knowledge and understanding of rating models. Strong understanding of industry catastrophe models, including vendor models such as RMS and AIR. Strong interpersonal skills. Experience in use of R, Python or other statistical software in insurance pricing applications. Excellent oral and written communication skills. This position is offered on a Permanent basis. Annual salary will be dependent on the experience of the successful candidate. Benefits as per Bell & Clements standard employee offering. Annual leave - 25 days per year (not including bank holidays), increases with length of service. Health & Wellbeing - our offering includes private medical insurance for employees, their partners and their families, a Digital GP service, and an allowance of up to £550 per year for any activities and/or equipment which supports health and wellbeing. Hybrid and remote working - to support your work balance we have introduced hybrid working. You will be provided with designated office desk space, with support to work from home up to a maximum of three days per week. Flexible working hours - the opportunity to flex your working hours. Generous gender-neutral family leave policy - employees with 26 weeks' continuous service at the Expected Week of Childbirth are eligible to receive 26 weeks full pay. Professional Qualification Support - (discretionary) financial support covering the cost of professional qualifications, including institute membership, exams, study materials and completion bonuses. Team fun - warm and social culture with regular get together. Equal Opportunities: Bell and Clements is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Jan 25, 2024
Full time
Bell & Clements is a specialist insurance company offering expertise in underwriting, broking and capacity management provisions for Excess and Surplus (E&S) lines insurance solutions. The unique combination of broking and underwriting divisions provides the ability to quote and bind risks through inhouse binding authorities, while providing customers with access to Lloyd's, US and international markets. Bell & Clements has been part of the Munich Re Group since 2007 and is a registered Lloyd's broker. There are over 150 staff based across the London headquarters and two U.S offices in Virginia and New Jersey with close collaboration throughout. Bell & Clements offers industry-leading technology solutions that benefit both customers and inhouse processes. As part of the Munich Re Group enables an inclusive culture with an established employee benefits programme. Your Role: Are you ready for a new challenge? We are looking to hire a lead pricing actuary for Munich Re Specialty Insurance's Bell & Clements business unit, which writes residential property, commercial property, and other coverages on an excess and surplus basis in the US market by delegating authority to select coverholders. This individual will support the profitable growth across existing and new products in support of Munich Re Group's Ambition 2025. The role reports into the Chief Underwriting Officer of Bell & Clements and is based in London. We are also open to considering candidates in Princeton NJ, Philadelphia PA in the US. Responsibilities Partner with Business Unit and Coverholders as a trusted advisor to drive pricing excellence for Residential Property, Commercial Property, Transportation, Flood, Earthquake, Lender-Placed, and other products. Develop technical pricing indications across responsible products based on actuarial techniques, including predictive modeling. Perform rate studies across responsible products to evaluate portfolio rate need, project profitability, and guide Business Unit to improve profitability. Develop result monitoring, pricing and portfolio management projects that will assist underwriters and management in managing and steering business. Document and communicate assumptions, results, and alternatives to actuarial staff, internal clients, and external clients. In consultation with the Cat Modeling team, drive improvements in the sophistication and accuracy of technical pricing for catastrophic perils, including tropical cyclone, severe convective storm, winter storm, earthquake, wildfire, and flood. Liase with Digital Underwriting team to enhance models and workflows used to digitally price Residential Property and Commercial Property business. Conduct pricing analyses, including the development of rates, ultimate loss projections, trend studies, and communication of results. Influence stakeholders based on results of analyses. Strong understanding and ability to discuss and apply the use of existing & new actuarial concepts/techniques involving exposure adjustments, trend, loss development, exposure rating, et al. Provide actuarial insight and expertise on actuarial assumptions and parameters as participant or lead on a Market Research Analysis and Parameters (MRAP) line of business group. Maintain contemporary, in depth knowledge of property lines of business. Participate in training of others (underwriters, client managers, risk analysts, accountants and actuaries) regarding actuarial analyses and methodologies. Mentor, train, and review analyses from more junior actuaries Experience Incorporate qualitative information into quantitative analyses of rates, etc. Develop strong understanding of actuarial concepts and analytics. Application of more advanced and creative techniques in worksheets and other applications. Strong judgmental and problem-solving skills to address potentially complex and high-profile issues. Ability to identify, obtain and utilize industry information relevant to the completion of rate analyses. Good time management and organizational skills including the ability to manage conflicting priorities, complete multiple tasks and projects. Membership in the Casualty Actuarial Society or Institute and Faculty of Actuaries required. FCAS/FIA preferred. Eight (8) or more years of experience in primary insurance pricing, especially property lines. Strong technical actuarial skills and strong knowledge and understanding of rating models. Strong understanding of industry catastrophe models, including vendor models such as RMS and AIR. Strong interpersonal skills. Experience in use of R, Python or other statistical software in insurance pricing applications. Excellent oral and written communication skills. This position is offered on a Permanent basis. Annual salary will be dependent on the experience of the successful candidate. Benefits as per Bell & Clements standard employee offering. Annual leave - 25 days per year (not including bank holidays), increases with length of service. Health & Wellbeing - our offering includes private medical insurance for employees, their partners and their families, a Digital GP service, and an allowance of up to £550 per year for any activities and/or equipment which supports health and wellbeing. Hybrid and remote working - to support your work balance we have introduced hybrid working. You will be provided with designated office desk space, with support to work from home up to a maximum of three days per week. Flexible working hours - the opportunity to flex your working hours. Generous gender-neutral family leave policy - employees with 26 weeks' continuous service at the Expected Week of Childbirth are eligible to receive 26 weeks full pay. Professional Qualification Support - (discretionary) financial support covering the cost of professional qualifications, including institute membership, exams, study materials and completion bonuses. Team fun - warm and social culture with regular get together. Equal Opportunities: Bell and Clements is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Senior Mergers & Acquisitions Underwriter Are you someone with significant experience in the Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) insurance market? Then we have just the role for you! A bit about the job: You will join the M&A team in Global Corporate and Specialty (GCS). The successful individual will be underwriting time sensitive Warranties & Indemnity, Tax & Contingency insurance products, which are the main products in the M&A insurance suite. Within this role, you will be responsible for new business in line with GCS strategy, and in line with agreed delegated underwriting authority limits. You will be confident when conversing with collaborators both internally and externally to deliver business objectives. You will liaise with key collaborators from our broker panel, along with leading technical conversations with your team so strong communication skills and time management will be important to this role. This position will suit a motivated and professional individual who is keen to progress their career within a market leading insurer. We can be flexible on location however, travel to our London office and internationally will be required. Skills and experience we're looking for: In-depth knowledge of complex Warranties & Indemnity underwriting, markets & cover Tax & Contingency underwriting experience & Experienced Corporate Lawyer - advantageous Proficient in the structuring and placement of complex multi-jurisdictional & international insurance programs Build and maintain positive relationships with brokers, agents, and clients to drive business growth. A strong market profile & connections is preferred. Good negotiating skills along with experience training junior members of staff What you will get for this role: Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow - is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague. Competitive salary, depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications Bonus opportunity - 12% of annual salary actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva's. Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending you on what you put in. 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer's leave Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools Take a look to learn more. Put a salary into this calculator to see what your total Aviva Reward could be. Aviva is for everyone: We are inclusive and welcome everyone - we want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Research tells us that women, particularly, feel this way. So, regardless of gender, why not apply. And if you're in a job share just apply as a pair. We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working -spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility with time together with colleagues. To find out more about working at Aviva take a look here We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. Once you've applied, please send us an email stating that you have a disclosed disability, and we'll interview you. We'd love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please give Guv Johal a call on or send an email to . We help our 18 million customers to save for the future and manage the risks of everyday life. To give these customers the best possible products and service we know we must make Aviva the most attractive choice for talented, entrepreneurial people with diverse backgrounds and an evolving range of expertise and insight. So, we're passionate about helping our 22,000 people to do the best work of their lives, to enable them to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers.
Jan 06, 2024
Full time
Senior Mergers & Acquisitions Underwriter Are you someone with significant experience in the Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) insurance market? Then we have just the role for you! A bit about the job: You will join the M&A team in Global Corporate and Specialty (GCS). The successful individual will be underwriting time sensitive Warranties & Indemnity, Tax & Contingency insurance products, which are the main products in the M&A insurance suite. Within this role, you will be responsible for new business in line with GCS strategy, and in line with agreed delegated underwriting authority limits. You will be confident when conversing with collaborators both internally and externally to deliver business objectives. You will liaise with key collaborators from our broker panel, along with leading technical conversations with your team so strong communication skills and time management will be important to this role. This position will suit a motivated and professional individual who is keen to progress their career within a market leading insurer. We can be flexible on location however, travel to our London office and internationally will be required. Skills and experience we're looking for: In-depth knowledge of complex Warranties & Indemnity underwriting, markets & cover Tax & Contingency underwriting experience & Experienced Corporate Lawyer - advantageous Proficient in the structuring and placement of complex multi-jurisdictional & international insurance programs Build and maintain positive relationships with brokers, agents, and clients to drive business growth. A strong market profile & connections is preferred. Good negotiating skills along with experience training junior members of staff What you will get for this role: Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow - is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague. Competitive salary, depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications Bonus opportunity - 12% of annual salary actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva's. Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending you on what you put in. 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer's leave Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools Take a look to learn more. Put a salary into this calculator to see what your total Aviva Reward could be. Aviva is for everyone: We are inclusive and welcome everyone - we want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Research tells us that women, particularly, feel this way. So, regardless of gender, why not apply. And if you're in a job share just apply as a pair. We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working -spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility with time together with colleagues. To find out more about working at Aviva take a look here We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. Once you've applied, please send us an email stating that you have a disclosed disability, and we'll interview you. We'd love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please give Guv Johal a call on or send an email to . We help our 18 million customers to save for the future and manage the risks of everyday life. To give these customers the best possible products and service we know we must make Aviva the most attractive choice for talented, entrepreneurial people with diverse backgrounds and an evolving range of expertise and insight. So, we're passionate about helping our 22,000 people to do the best work of their lives, to enable them to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers.
As a Marine Liability Underwriter or Broker, you look for autonomy to make things happen and have a natural hunger and appetite to write business. You're technical, you think outside the box and you like to make a difference.You don't mind the more weird and wonderful marine risk which other Insurers seem to decline, your experience within Marine is global and you would like to align yourself with a business that will offer you a pathway to leadershipWe are excited to present to the market a Senior Marine Underwriting opportunity (Salary up to £120,000) whereby you will work with Brokers globally, underwriting risks in the Lloyd's market.You'll be a market facing, Senior Underwriter or Broker within the Marine Liability space and would like to represent one of the leading marine insurance brands in the UK and Europe. Unfortunately we are not able to consider individuals outside the Marine Liability underwriting/broking market.On offer is a salary up to £120,000 per year + bonus + flexible workingThe opportunity will likely progress into a leadership role in the future, due to forecasted succession planning and growth of the division. You'll also work closely with the Marine Director to strategise the division's growth plans, whilst supporting a junior Marine Liability Underwriter on the team.Are an integral part of this business, you will be rewarded with a lucrative salary/package and earning potential and have your development mapped out from day 1.For more information, please get in touch or give Drew at IDEX a call. No CV necessarily required at this stage. Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. We value diversity and always provide guidance based on merit. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 3 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy.
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
As a Marine Liability Underwriter or Broker, you look for autonomy to make things happen and have a natural hunger and appetite to write business. You're technical, you think outside the box and you like to make a difference.You don't mind the more weird and wonderful marine risk which other Insurers seem to decline, your experience within Marine is global and you would like to align yourself with a business that will offer you a pathway to leadershipWe are excited to present to the market a Senior Marine Underwriting opportunity (Salary up to £120,000) whereby you will work with Brokers globally, underwriting risks in the Lloyd's market.You'll be a market facing, Senior Underwriter or Broker within the Marine Liability space and would like to represent one of the leading marine insurance brands in the UK and Europe. Unfortunately we are not able to consider individuals outside the Marine Liability underwriting/broking market.On offer is a salary up to £120,000 per year + bonus + flexible workingThe opportunity will likely progress into a leadership role in the future, due to forecasted succession planning and growth of the division. You'll also work closely with the Marine Director to strategise the division's growth plans, whilst supporting a junior Marine Liability Underwriter on the team.Are an integral part of this business, you will be rewarded with a lucrative salary/package and earning potential and have your development mapped out from day 1.For more information, please get in touch or give Drew at IDEX a call. No CV necessarily required at this stage. Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. We value diversity and always provide guidance based on merit. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 3 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy.
Associate Marine Claims Director (Hull and Machinery) - Global Lloyds Insurance Broker, City of London Your new company Your new company is a very well established International Lloyds Broker based in the Heart of the City of London. Working from their attractive and spacious offices as an Associate Marine Claims Director you will be reporting into the Divisional director of the company and sitting within their Marine and Logistics class of business Your new role In your new role you will be responsible for providing technical expertise by supporting assigned larger clients and in providing excellent and efficient service in relation to claims within the Marine and Logistics Class of business, whilst you will have no direct responsibility of staff you will be expected to help train and mentor more junior members of your team and in working as a member of the management team you will be expected to contribute to the operating plans of the overriding department.You will need to be capable of delivering high quality advice to the organisation in a practical and commercially focused way, manage assigned projects and contribute to other projects as and when required and provide relevant information to senior management. You will be expected to develop and nurture relationships with the market, maintains any ongoing delegated authority contracts appropriately and negotiate with markets in order to achieve the best outcome for their clients.Outside of this you will also be creating comprehensive claims documents, interpreting instructions and issues arising and then acting on them accordingly, act as a senior referral and escalation point for the team and regularly dealing with clients & producing brokers on larger more complex accounts What you'll need to succeed In order to succeed the ideal candidate will need extensive Lloyds Market Marine Claims experience (specifically Hull and Machinery), in depth knowledge of the claims handling process and of specific product areas and related wordings as well as advanced knowledge of the Marine Insurance market.You will also need to be a very confident communicator in both verbal and written format, posses very high levels of Numeracy and Literacy skills and be a very confident networker in order to create and build upon existing relationships. You will need to be passionate about mentoring and growing more junior members of the team as whilst you do not have specific line management duties training and internal career development is a key aspect to our clients DNA.You will also need to be very analytical, able to react positively to change, able to work independently and have a strong understanding of regulatory environment and how they impact your new organisation at large. What you'll get in return In return you will receive a very competitive salary, a hybrid working environment as well as some of the best offices within the London Insurance market alongside a very generous healthcare and pension plan. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Associate Marine Claims Director (Hull and Machinery) - Global Lloyds Insurance Broker, City of London Your new company Your new company is a very well established International Lloyds Broker based in the Heart of the City of London. Working from their attractive and spacious offices as an Associate Marine Claims Director you will be reporting into the Divisional director of the company and sitting within their Marine and Logistics class of business Your new role In your new role you will be responsible for providing technical expertise by supporting assigned larger clients and in providing excellent and efficient service in relation to claims within the Marine and Logistics Class of business, whilst you will have no direct responsibility of staff you will be expected to help train and mentor more junior members of your team and in working as a member of the management team you will be expected to contribute to the operating plans of the overriding department.You will need to be capable of delivering high quality advice to the organisation in a practical and commercially focused way, manage assigned projects and contribute to other projects as and when required and provide relevant information to senior management. You will be expected to develop and nurture relationships with the market, maintains any ongoing delegated authority contracts appropriately and negotiate with markets in order to achieve the best outcome for their clients.Outside of this you will also be creating comprehensive claims documents, interpreting instructions and issues arising and then acting on them accordingly, act as a senior referral and escalation point for the team and regularly dealing with clients & producing brokers on larger more complex accounts What you'll need to succeed In order to succeed the ideal candidate will need extensive Lloyds Market Marine Claims experience (specifically Hull and Machinery), in depth knowledge of the claims handling process and of specific product areas and related wordings as well as advanced knowledge of the Marine Insurance market.You will also need to be a very confident communicator in both verbal and written format, posses very high levels of Numeracy and Literacy skills and be a very confident networker in order to create and build upon existing relationships. You will need to be passionate about mentoring and growing more junior members of the team as whilst you do not have specific line management duties training and internal career development is a key aspect to our clients DNA.You will also need to be very analytical, able to react positively to change, able to work independently and have a strong understanding of regulatory environment and how they impact your new organisation at large. What you'll get in return In return you will receive a very competitive salary, a hybrid working environment as well as some of the best offices within the London Insurance market alongside a very generous healthcare and pension plan. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
The City & Capital Group are delighted to be representing a highly successful and fast growing commercial property finance lender who have retained our services in order to identify and appoint a confident and ambitious Underwriter to their growing team. Our client offers a range of solutions to property investors and developers to cover both term debt (BTL) and short term property loans (bridging finance). This includes big ticket loans of £40m+ as well more standard loan sizes from £500k to assist key clients with their requirements. They also have exciting plans for additional product launches over the next 12 months and are expecting to double the size of their business and loan book during this period. Our clients product proposition can be complex and the requirement of the incoming Underwriter will be to assess cases commercially and to recommend credit/risk based decisions from their findings. As a result they are keen to identify an individual who can demonstrate a previous track record of success in terms of property finance underwriting. This will be someone who is keen to engage with the lenders internal development plan to offer promotions to Senior Underwriter once excellent performance is delivered. Within the role you will work closely with the businesses BDM's to support their originated deals from a credit management perspective. You will manage and maintain a pipeline of activity to ensure loans are assessed and actioned in line with SLA's. This may include joining credit committee meetings and actively influencing sanctioning decisions to the highest level. In addition you will be a key point of contact for brokers and direct borrowers to assist with queries and to support the funding cycle. You will utilise these relationships at times as a 'first point of contact' and where relevant will onboard applications directly from this channel. You will report in to the businesses Underwriting Manager and will be ably assisted from within the department too. The structure means you will have support from an experienced and hard working team of Junior Underwriters, Case Managers and Administrators who will assist you with the collation of key data, reports and assessment to undertake your complex assessments. As noted, the highest tier within the team is the Senior Underwriter position that you will aspire to once you have gained the required experience to tackle the most complex of cases. It is important to note that whilst working as an Underwriter for our client you will also have a strong working relationship with one of the teams Senior Underwriter's to aid your development and to assist with the delivery of complex loan applications. The salary on offer is up to c£55k, which will be relevant to experience and performance at interview, as you would expect. This will be complemented by an excellent bonus structure that could allow you to increase earnings significantly based on your impact on business performance, as well as access to the lenders benefits scheme. Most notably, due to the exciting level of investment and funding at play, as well as the progressive and forward thinking culture of the business, this is a genuine opportunity for you to propel your own earnings and career standing quickly within, once excellent performance has been delivered. Required Experience: Previous property finance underwriting experience is essential Must have worked within a non-automated underwriting based role Demonstrable success against objectives in previous roles key Ideal Personal Attributes: Highly analytical & numerical, with a strong attention to detail Happy working in a dynamic and fast paced environment Confident diary manager and results orientated against set deadlines Excellent broker/borrower relationship manager, influential Ambitious and keen to drive career forward within Equally confident working alone or as part of a team There is a reasonable amount of urgency to fill this position as you might expect in line with the exciting growth plans outlined. Therefore if this role does sound like one that you are both qualified for and interested in then we look forward to your application. Please note that if you are making your application over the festive break we may not be able to get back to you immediately. Our client closes down for two weeks over the Xmas period and therefore we will be looking to engage with interested parties early in 2023. We look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards,
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
The City & Capital Group are delighted to be representing a highly successful and fast growing commercial property finance lender who have retained our services in order to identify and appoint a confident and ambitious Underwriter to their growing team. Our client offers a range of solutions to property investors and developers to cover both term debt (BTL) and short term property loans (bridging finance). This includes big ticket loans of £40m+ as well more standard loan sizes from £500k to assist key clients with their requirements. They also have exciting plans for additional product launches over the next 12 months and are expecting to double the size of their business and loan book during this period. Our clients product proposition can be complex and the requirement of the incoming Underwriter will be to assess cases commercially and to recommend credit/risk based decisions from their findings. As a result they are keen to identify an individual who can demonstrate a previous track record of success in terms of property finance underwriting. This will be someone who is keen to engage with the lenders internal development plan to offer promotions to Senior Underwriter once excellent performance is delivered. Within the role you will work closely with the businesses BDM's to support their originated deals from a credit management perspective. You will manage and maintain a pipeline of activity to ensure loans are assessed and actioned in line with SLA's. This may include joining credit committee meetings and actively influencing sanctioning decisions to the highest level. In addition you will be a key point of contact for brokers and direct borrowers to assist with queries and to support the funding cycle. You will utilise these relationships at times as a 'first point of contact' and where relevant will onboard applications directly from this channel. You will report in to the businesses Underwriting Manager and will be ably assisted from within the department too. The structure means you will have support from an experienced and hard working team of Junior Underwriters, Case Managers and Administrators who will assist you with the collation of key data, reports and assessment to undertake your complex assessments. As noted, the highest tier within the team is the Senior Underwriter position that you will aspire to once you have gained the required experience to tackle the most complex of cases. It is important to note that whilst working as an Underwriter for our client you will also have a strong working relationship with one of the teams Senior Underwriter's to aid your development and to assist with the delivery of complex loan applications. The salary on offer is up to c£55k, which will be relevant to experience and performance at interview, as you would expect. This will be complemented by an excellent bonus structure that could allow you to increase earnings significantly based on your impact on business performance, as well as access to the lenders benefits scheme. Most notably, due to the exciting level of investment and funding at play, as well as the progressive and forward thinking culture of the business, this is a genuine opportunity for you to propel your own earnings and career standing quickly within, once excellent performance has been delivered. Required Experience: Previous property finance underwriting experience is essential Must have worked within a non-automated underwriting based role Demonstrable success against objectives in previous roles key Ideal Personal Attributes: Highly analytical & numerical, with a strong attention to detail Happy working in a dynamic and fast paced environment Confident diary manager and results orientated against set deadlines Excellent broker/borrower relationship manager, influential Ambitious and keen to drive career forward within Equally confident working alone or as part of a team There is a reasonable amount of urgency to fill this position as you might expect in line with the exciting growth plans outlined. Therefore if this role does sound like one that you are both qualified for and interested in then we look forward to your application. Please note that if you are making your application over the festive break we may not be able to get back to you immediately. Our client closes down for two weeks over the Xmas period and therefore we will be looking to engage with interested parties early in 2023. We look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards,
Aston Charles Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
This well-established MGA has a terrific reputation in the broker market and prides itself on its personal service, its flexible approach to underwriting, and the technical expertise of its staff. The company provides effective underwriting solutions to insurance brokers across a range of products, and is renowned for delivering where many insurers fail. As a result of ongoing growth, a need has arisen for an Underwriter to join the established team. Here, you will enjoy a varied role, which will include handling renewals, processing endorsements and providing new business quotations. You'll be dealing with a range of products, which depending on your experience, will include Commercial AND/ OR Motor Fleet insurance, and working alongside some of the most experienced underwriting specialists in the North East, you will receive comprehensive training to fill any knowledge gaps.It's essential that you have previous insurance experience in either Commercial or Fleet insurance, together with excellent communication skills. Just as importantly, you'll be well-organised, with the ability to work to tight deadlines.Refreshingly, not only will our client consider experienced Underwriters, they will also consider experienced Commercial Account Handlers / Insurance Brokers who would like to transition into an underwriting role.This is NOT a corporate insurer that is overly-bound by internal rules and regulations and as such, you will enjoy a great deal of flexibility and autonomy. This will include having the opportunity to meet with your broker clients as you see fit, in order to build and strengthen mutually-beneficial relationships. You'll also enjoy a huge amount of flexibility when it comes to hybrid-working. Although you'll be welcome in the office as much as you like, once you are competent in your role, you'll have the opportunity to work between your home and the office as you see fit.Our client is part of a large and expanding, independent insurance group and as such, this brings with it attractive career-development opportunities for the ambitious. We are open to candidates with a range of experience, from Junior Underwriters / Account Handlers with a couple of years' experience, right up to those currently at Senior Underwriter level.You'll be rewarded with an attractive basic salary, together with a range of company benefits including free parking. Aston Charles - a personalised service from industry experts General Insurance and Financial Services Recruitment For more jobs like this, or for more information on how we may be able to help you in your search for a new job, please visit our website
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
This well-established MGA has a terrific reputation in the broker market and prides itself on its personal service, its flexible approach to underwriting, and the technical expertise of its staff. The company provides effective underwriting solutions to insurance brokers across a range of products, and is renowned for delivering where many insurers fail. As a result of ongoing growth, a need has arisen for an Underwriter to join the established team. Here, you will enjoy a varied role, which will include handling renewals, processing endorsements and providing new business quotations. You'll be dealing with a range of products, which depending on your experience, will include Commercial AND/ OR Motor Fleet insurance, and working alongside some of the most experienced underwriting specialists in the North East, you will receive comprehensive training to fill any knowledge gaps.It's essential that you have previous insurance experience in either Commercial or Fleet insurance, together with excellent communication skills. Just as importantly, you'll be well-organised, with the ability to work to tight deadlines.Refreshingly, not only will our client consider experienced Underwriters, they will also consider experienced Commercial Account Handlers / Insurance Brokers who would like to transition into an underwriting role.This is NOT a corporate insurer that is overly-bound by internal rules and regulations and as such, you will enjoy a great deal of flexibility and autonomy. This will include having the opportunity to meet with your broker clients as you see fit, in order to build and strengthen mutually-beneficial relationships. You'll also enjoy a huge amount of flexibility when it comes to hybrid-working. Although you'll be welcome in the office as much as you like, once you are competent in your role, you'll have the opportunity to work between your home and the office as you see fit.Our client is part of a large and expanding, independent insurance group and as such, this brings with it attractive career-development opportunities for the ambitious. We are open to candidates with a range of experience, from Junior Underwriters / Account Handlers with a couple of years' experience, right up to those currently at Senior Underwriter level.You'll be rewarded with an attractive basic salary, together with a range of company benefits including free parking. Aston Charles - a personalised service from industry experts General Insurance and Financial Services Recruitment For more jobs like this, or for more information on how we may be able to help you in your search for a new job, please visit our website
Job Title : Senior Underwriter Location: Birmingham / Hybrid role Salary: £56,000 - £61,000 per annum + £7,300 bonus Full Time Benefits: 25 Days Holiday plus bank holidays, Company Sick Pay, Retirement Savings Plan, Life Insurance, Income Protection Plan, BUPA Healthcare Plan/Private medical insurance, Eyesight Testing, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loan, Employee Discount Our client is a leading name in insurance globally, who are looking to hire a Senior Underwriter to join their team based in Birmingham on a hybrid basis. This role will underwrite across multi-line package & combined business within the UK Commercial SME Package line of business including shops & salons, leisure, manufacturing & wholesale, property owners, offices and surgeries. Responsibilities Monitor portfolio performance of each facility on a quarterly basis, assessing both underwriting results and trends. Work with the Operations team to generate portfolio reports in agreed form highlighting key trends and recommend actions to develop/ remedy underwriting results. Conduct quarterly business reviews with key broker partners and manage external business relationships to achieve desired performance metrics. Handle the more complex referrals from the team in a timely and efficient manner. Provide training and support to junior underwriters and the service center team. Support the development of new products and/or product enhancements Work with broker partners to actively seek ways to grow and expand existing facilities Always adhere to underwriting and pricing authorities, standards and business rules Contribute to the SME Package production and profitability metrics. Maintain a comprehensive electronic file for each assigned facility and ensures all documentation is stored in a consistent and compliant manner Comply with key regulatory, conduct and risk management requirements and responsibilities. Help identify and implement fast and easy solutions to reduce expense, deliver efficiencies, maximise ROE and provide strong customer outcomes Execution and adherence of the UK Third Party Management Framework & Global Portfolio Solutions Framework Requirements Proven underwriting experience in a commercial SME package environment Technical expertise in Property & Casualty lines of business essential Ability to work across multiple work streams at any one time and prioritise accordingly Able to demonstrate experience in portfolio or facility management Experience of working with digital trading platforms Ability to deliver results whilst working as part of a team For more information, please contact Jamie Watson at Clearline Recruitment.
Dec 18, 2022
Full time
Job Title : Senior Underwriter Location: Birmingham / Hybrid role Salary: £56,000 - £61,000 per annum + £7,300 bonus Full Time Benefits: 25 Days Holiday plus bank holidays, Company Sick Pay, Retirement Savings Plan, Life Insurance, Income Protection Plan, BUPA Healthcare Plan/Private medical insurance, Eyesight Testing, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loan, Employee Discount Our client is a leading name in insurance globally, who are looking to hire a Senior Underwriter to join their team based in Birmingham on a hybrid basis. This role will underwrite across multi-line package & combined business within the UK Commercial SME Package line of business including shops & salons, leisure, manufacturing & wholesale, property owners, offices and surgeries. Responsibilities Monitor portfolio performance of each facility on a quarterly basis, assessing both underwriting results and trends. Work with the Operations team to generate portfolio reports in agreed form highlighting key trends and recommend actions to develop/ remedy underwriting results. Conduct quarterly business reviews with key broker partners and manage external business relationships to achieve desired performance metrics. Handle the more complex referrals from the team in a timely and efficient manner. Provide training and support to junior underwriters and the service center team. Support the development of new products and/or product enhancements Work with broker partners to actively seek ways to grow and expand existing facilities Always adhere to underwriting and pricing authorities, standards and business rules Contribute to the SME Package production and profitability metrics. Maintain a comprehensive electronic file for each assigned facility and ensures all documentation is stored in a consistent and compliant manner Comply with key regulatory, conduct and risk management requirements and responsibilities. Help identify and implement fast and easy solutions to reduce expense, deliver efficiencies, maximise ROE and provide strong customer outcomes Execution and adherence of the UK Third Party Management Framework & Global Portfolio Solutions Framework Requirements Proven underwriting experience in a commercial SME package environment Technical expertise in Property & Casualty lines of business essential Ability to work across multiple work streams at any one time and prioritise accordingly Able to demonstrate experience in portfolio or facility management Experience of working with digital trading platforms Ability to deliver results whilst working as part of a team For more information, please contact Jamie Watson at Clearline Recruitment.
Job Description - Head of Legal - Delegated & Distribution/UK & Lloyds () Job Description Head of Legal - Delegated & Distribution/UK & Lloyds ( Job Number: ) DISCOVER your opportunity Our Global Legal Functions Team has an exciting opportunity to join them as the Head of Legal for Delegated & Distribution UK & Lloyd's. The role entails leading a legal team of three, supporting the UK & Lloyd's business across all manner of delegated insurance arrangements and distribution deals, working closely with key stakeholders across underwriting, risk, and compliance to deliver strategic advice and counsel across AXA XL's platform across UK & Lloyd's. DISCOVER your opportunity What will your essential responsibilities include? Acting as a business partner to AXA XL's delegated underwriters, delegated underwriting governance teams, claims delegated underwriting governance teams, and distribution teams, by providing end-to-end legal support in relation to the distribution of AXA XL products through a variety of delegated and distribution arrangements, including lineslips, binder agreements, consortia, coverholder arrangements, master policies and digital distribution platforms regardless of where the business is written and whether on Lloyd's or other AXA XL platforms, including AXICL and AXUAL. Managing all legal issues arising out of product distribution, broker relationships, broker service agreements, intermediary remuneration and related governance, TOBAs, profit commissions, and broker accreditation, and ensuring broad consistency across all of AXA XL's business units in relation to delegated and distribution matters. Drafting a wide variety of insurance-related agreements, including those with TPAs, coverholders, agreements with third parties providing ancillary insurance services (regulated and non regulated), underwriting / claims platform agreements, intra-group arrangements, and other ad hoc agreements. Leading a legal team providing support to underwriters in relation to business-as-usual tasks, such as review of NDAs, Powers of Attorney and more. In conjunction with the AXA XL UK/Lloyd's General Counsel , providing general legal support to UK-based underwriters and non-underwriting functions, including operations, risk, compliance, tax and finance. This includes work to design and evaluate new underwriting products and distribution opportunities. Providing legal support and representation on all Business Unit underwriting governance frameworks regarding delegated arrangements. In addition, and more broadly, to include membership of senior governance committees and reports to the UK & Lloyd's legal entity Executive Committees and Boards as support to the UK & Lloyd's General Counsel. The role also includes membership of the UK Senior Leaders Forum. Managing disputes/litigated matters, mainly where brokers or coverholders or delegated arrangements are involved, overseeing external legal and legal counsel spend. Coaching, developing and motivating direct reports and junior members of the team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: recruitment and selection; staff appraisals; workforce planning; providing feedback and training opportunities; proactively addressing staff grievance and performance issues and reward and remuneration in accordance with AXA XL's policies and practices, whilst acting as a role model by setting a high bar for learning, knowledge, development, performance, engagement and commitment. You will report to the Head of Global Legal Functions. We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Significant legal experience in insurance/reinsurance Licensed lawyer or solicitor Mentor and lead a team of junior lawyers and legal staff Experience in relation to the law and regulation as it relates to data protection (including Schrems II), competition law, conduct, licensing matters, outsourcing, IDD (especially in relation to the distribution of products considered as mass risk), and other matters of regulation (especially as relates to the FCA Handbook) is essential Experience in the Lloyd's market Ability to coach, develop, set expectations, evaluate and hold people accountable for delivering FIND your future AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a strong and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. At AXA XL we are happy to talk flexible working. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and consider flexible ways of working for every role. Talk to us about how we can make flexibility work for you. Learn more at Diversity & Inclusion At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, while creating an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, race/ethnicity, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location : GB-GB-London Work Locations : GB London 20 Gracechurch Street 20 Gracechurch Street London London EC3V 0BG Job Field : Legal Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Standard AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any colleague or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status or any other category protected by local law.
Dec 13, 2022
Full time
Job Description - Head of Legal - Delegated & Distribution/UK & Lloyds () Job Description Head of Legal - Delegated & Distribution/UK & Lloyds ( Job Number: ) DISCOVER your opportunity Our Global Legal Functions Team has an exciting opportunity to join them as the Head of Legal for Delegated & Distribution UK & Lloyd's. The role entails leading a legal team of three, supporting the UK & Lloyd's business across all manner of delegated insurance arrangements and distribution deals, working closely with key stakeholders across underwriting, risk, and compliance to deliver strategic advice and counsel across AXA XL's platform across UK & Lloyd's. DISCOVER your opportunity What will your essential responsibilities include? Acting as a business partner to AXA XL's delegated underwriters, delegated underwriting governance teams, claims delegated underwriting governance teams, and distribution teams, by providing end-to-end legal support in relation to the distribution of AXA XL products through a variety of delegated and distribution arrangements, including lineslips, binder agreements, consortia, coverholder arrangements, master policies and digital distribution platforms regardless of where the business is written and whether on Lloyd's or other AXA XL platforms, including AXICL and AXUAL. Managing all legal issues arising out of product distribution, broker relationships, broker service agreements, intermediary remuneration and related governance, TOBAs, profit commissions, and broker accreditation, and ensuring broad consistency across all of AXA XL's business units in relation to delegated and distribution matters. Drafting a wide variety of insurance-related agreements, including those with TPAs, coverholders, agreements with third parties providing ancillary insurance services (regulated and non regulated), underwriting / claims platform agreements, intra-group arrangements, and other ad hoc agreements. Leading a legal team providing support to underwriters in relation to business-as-usual tasks, such as review of NDAs, Powers of Attorney and more. In conjunction with the AXA XL UK/Lloyd's General Counsel , providing general legal support to UK-based underwriters and non-underwriting functions, including operations, risk, compliance, tax and finance. This includes work to design and evaluate new underwriting products and distribution opportunities. Providing legal support and representation on all Business Unit underwriting governance frameworks regarding delegated arrangements. In addition, and more broadly, to include membership of senior governance committees and reports to the UK & Lloyd's legal entity Executive Committees and Boards as support to the UK & Lloyd's General Counsel. The role also includes membership of the UK Senior Leaders Forum. Managing disputes/litigated matters, mainly where brokers or coverholders or delegated arrangements are involved, overseeing external legal and legal counsel spend. Coaching, developing and motivating direct reports and junior members of the team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: recruitment and selection; staff appraisals; workforce planning; providing feedback and training opportunities; proactively addressing staff grievance and performance issues and reward and remuneration in accordance with AXA XL's policies and practices, whilst acting as a role model by setting a high bar for learning, knowledge, development, performance, engagement and commitment. You will report to the Head of Global Legal Functions. We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Significant legal experience in insurance/reinsurance Licensed lawyer or solicitor Mentor and lead a team of junior lawyers and legal staff Experience in relation to the law and regulation as it relates to data protection (including Schrems II), competition law, conduct, licensing matters, outsourcing, IDD (especially in relation to the distribution of products considered as mass risk), and other matters of regulation (especially as relates to the FCA Handbook) is essential Experience in the Lloyd's market Ability to coach, develop, set expectations, evaluate and hold people accountable for delivering FIND your future AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a strong and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. At AXA XL we are happy to talk flexible working. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and consider flexible ways of working for every role. Talk to us about how we can make flexibility work for you. Learn more at Diversity & Inclusion At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, while creating an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, race/ethnicity, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location : GB-GB-London Work Locations : GB London 20 Gracechurch Street 20 Gracechurch Street London London EC3V 0BG Job Field : Legal Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Standard AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any colleague or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status or any other category protected by local law.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are currently working with one of the UK's leading Global Supply Chain Specialists who are actively seeking a Junior Freight Pricing Specialist to join their Chertsey Location. The client have been established for over 20 years and pride themselves by being able to work with all types of businesses in order to provide global logistics solutions. The client are able to provide cost effective alternatives to global transport as well as offering PO management and document completion in order to make the process seamless and efficient for their customers. Junior Freight Pricing Specialist Position Overview Research information from the freight market through communication with owners and brokers Provide information on competitor and supplier activities Negotiating and quoting prices Work closely alongside Freight Operations to stay on top of itineraries, stow plans and voyage execution PnL's Work alongside Senior Freight Pricing Specialist Junior Freight Pricing Specialist Position Requirements Previous experience negotiating and quoting Experience handling purchase orders, sales tickets and other freight related documents (Desirable) Experience raising invoices (Desirable) Strong written and verbal communication Excellent telephone manner Junior Freight Pricing Specialist Position Remuneration Salary - £18K - £20K Monday to Friday Circa office hours Competitive pension Holiday package + banks Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer.
Dec 12, 2022
Full time
Bennett and Game Recruitment are currently working with one of the UK's leading Global Supply Chain Specialists who are actively seeking a Junior Freight Pricing Specialist to join their Chertsey Location. The client have been established for over 20 years and pride themselves by being able to work with all types of businesses in order to provide global logistics solutions. The client are able to provide cost effective alternatives to global transport as well as offering PO management and document completion in order to make the process seamless and efficient for their customers. Junior Freight Pricing Specialist Position Overview Research information from the freight market through communication with owners and brokers Provide information on competitor and supplier activities Negotiating and quoting prices Work closely alongside Freight Operations to stay on top of itineraries, stow plans and voyage execution PnL's Work alongside Senior Freight Pricing Specialist Junior Freight Pricing Specialist Position Requirements Previous experience negotiating and quoting Experience handling purchase orders, sales tickets and other freight related documents (Desirable) Experience raising invoices (Desirable) Strong written and verbal communication Excellent telephone manner Junior Freight Pricing Specialist Position Remuneration Salary - £18K - £20K Monday to Friday Circa office hours Competitive pension Holiday package + banks Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer.
The opportunity to work for a well established independent broker that has been trading since 1994, as an account handler you can expect to join a team that values your contribution. As an account handler, you will: SME to corporate Level experience is preferred; my client is looking for junior and senior account handlers for their internal team. Provide insurance advice to customers via email and telephone focusing on general commercial insurance. Work closely with clients, insurers and internal colleagues in relation to commercial insurance business. Assist account executives where necessary. Organise and manage own time in accordance with procedures to meet client requirements and time scales of the Bradford office. You: Knowledge of the appropriate commercial classes of business and referring when the cover falls outside their own experience. The ability to work in a fast paced environment with high volumes of work and good interpersonal skills to work with clients and colleagues closely. Knowledge of general insurance and underlying legal principles. Be based in North Wales, flexible working is on offer.
Dec 10, 2022
Full time
The opportunity to work for a well established independent broker that has been trading since 1994, as an account handler you can expect to join a team that values your contribution. As an account handler, you will: SME to corporate Level experience is preferred; my client is looking for junior and senior account handlers for their internal team. Provide insurance advice to customers via email and telephone focusing on general commercial insurance. Work closely with clients, insurers and internal colleagues in relation to commercial insurance business. Assist account executives where necessary. Organise and manage own time in accordance with procedures to meet client requirements and time scales of the Bradford office. You: Knowledge of the appropriate commercial classes of business and referring when the cover falls outside their own experience. The ability to work in a fast paced environment with high volumes of work and good interpersonal skills to work with clients and colleagues closely. Knowledge of general insurance and underlying legal principles. Be based in North Wales, flexible working is on offer.