- Ownership of the UK P&C group reporting process, including reviewing results/forecasts, preparation of Group presentations and key systems uploads and controls. Provide an in-depth understanding and produce all commentary in respect of the financial performance of the UK P&C business.
- Ensure delivery of quarterly financial performance papers to the ZIC UK Branch.
- Input to UK Business Unit Reviews and UK Exec reporting activities as required.
- Demonstrate ongoing process improvement and support to other PPR activities as required.
- Act as the conduit between Group PPM and local Business Partnering teams.
- Manage the UK P&C delivery of the annual planning cycle in line with the UK & Group timelines.
- Line manager responsibilities for A3 PPR Analyst.
- Role reports into the Head of Planning & Performance Reporting.
- You will have experience in building and managing relationships with varied stakeholders.
- You will have a good understanding of the UK financial performance framework.
- You will have strong communication skills and can build a message for several different stakeholders including Executive Committee members.
- You will be a proven quick learner.
- You will have strong problem-solving skills, and a high level of agility.
- You will have the ability to see the bigger picture as well as maintain excellent attention to detail.
- Qualified Accountant or similar level of professional qualification applicable to role advisable but not essential.
- The role offers excellent opportunity to progress and develop.
Planning and Performance Reporting Analyst - London, United Kingdom - Zurich Insurance Company
Description
Location: Flexible (team is based in Swindon)
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:
Planning and Performance Reporting (PPR) sits at the heart of PPM (Planning and Performance Management) and at the coal face of the UK's financial performance management. We are a dynamic and agile team that thrives in dealing directly with the UK CFO, CEO and senior leaders within the UK and at Group. We are a diverse team from a number of backgrounds, and pride ourselves on our energy, drive, thirst for learning and high standards.
We are looking for an ambitious candidate to act as the Planning and Performance Reporting analyst for the UK P&C business, ensuring accurate, timely & insightful in year reporting. You will be responsible for support the delivery of reporting requirements to Group PPM, the UK Excom, and UK legal boards.
What will you be doing?
What are we looking for?
What happens next?
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. #li_hybrid
So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.