Senior Business Analyst (CI) - Finance Team

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Senior Business Analyst (CI) - Finance Team

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Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis

Location: Flexible (office presence will be required in our Whiteley office approximately 2 days per week with occasional travel to London)

At Zurich, we are committed to supporting every employee to progress in their careers and therefore encourage internal moves through a transparent posting and selection process. We also ask you to inform your current line manager about your application beyond the first interviews in the spirit of transparency.

The opportunity:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the CI Business Partnering team in Finance as a Senior Business Analyst. The role is to support the CI business by delivering financial analysis to aid decision making and setting future strategy whilst working as part of a line of business leadership team in a fast paced and dynamic environment. It will cover all aspects of partnering from supporting the monthly close, working with the business to produce robust forecasts and plans and delivering financial updates and key messages to the business. If you want a role that gives you the opportunity to work with all parts of the Commercial Business and a platform to make a difference then this is the role you are looking for.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

What will you be doing?

• Supporting the monthly finance close ensuring the accurate submission of monthly revenue related numbers.
• Assist in production of commentaries for monthly performance packs and relevant Commercial and line of business level reporting.
• Active member of the CI LOB leadership teams with monthly playback of results to stakeholders acting as the finance contact point for any queries relating to financial information or trends.
• Co-ordination of the annual planning cycle for the individual lines of business and overall CI MFU
• Perform financial analysis to highlight potential areas of concern and areas of opportunity
• Support specific CI projects where necessary in MFU’s area of responsibility.
• Provide Guidance and mentoring support for team members
• Assist in resolution of queries for specific items within the profit and loss account.

What are we looking for?

• Qualified Accountant
• Experience in an accounting role within an Insurance or Financial Services organisation would be desirable
• Hunger and enthusiasm to learn and proactively develop
• Excellent team player
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels in the organisation
• Good level of numeric ability to understand, evaluate and interpret data

What happens next?

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture:

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.

The financials

• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income Protection.
• Life cover - four times your salary.

Time away

• 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
• The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Your health is important to us

• Access to Private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.

We're making a difference

• Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge.
• Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.