Strategy Analyst

Insurance Network; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title

Strategy Analyst

Job Description

As a Strategy Analyst you will work closely with the AVP and VP Strategy and key stakeholders to support strategic initiatives and the business planning process. This will involve translating the strategy into objectives and working with the business to communicate and implement initiatives.

You will support strategy development and annual strategic planning, collaborating with the Financial Planning and Corporate Actuarial teams to prepare the annual plans. You will support regular reporting on the progress to this strategic plan.

The Strategy Analyst will be significantly focused on building out our strategic intelligence capability, including tracking market trends, competitor and client actions, innovation and new technology and ad hoc strategic research. You will also support the execution of strategic initiatives across the Lines of Business and Functions, collaborating with the Project Management team. You will develop materials to communicate recommendations on objectives, strategy, initiatives and plans for approval. This role provides the opportunity for exposure to senior leadership.

In this role you will be a key member of a strong and diverse team and will gain wide exposure across Pacific Life Re and Pacific Life.

Estimated Activity %

Develop and communicate the business strategy including optimisation, entering new Lines of Business, and developing new capabilities: 10%

Lead or support strategic initiatives across the Lines of Business and Functions, including overseeing execution and prioritisation: 30%

Support annual strategic planning and support quarterly reporting of progress against the strategy: 10%

Lead strategic intelligence and research, including market trends, competitors actions and long-term industry trends: 40%

Team and personal development: 10%

Qualifications & experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present complex analysis and problems in concise materials
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills, with good attention to detail
• Experience in working on projects is beneficial, with the ability to plan and lead a workstream with support
• At least 3 years’ experience in strategy consulting, ESG, responsible investments, actuarial, finance or equivalent
• Relevant business experience ideally in the financial services/ insurance sector
• Reinsurance industry experience is preferred
• Undergraduate degree

Working For Pacific Life Re

Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.

Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well-being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities.

Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees)

• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Subsidised Gym Membership
• Private Medical Insurance
• Season Ticket Loan
• Eye Care
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group Income Protection
• Wellness Benefits

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible.

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