Senior Manager, Structuring Analytics 80-100%

The Capital Efficient Savings & Retirement team is part of the Savings & Retirement team which is part of Life, Health and Bank Distribution. Our focus is on on-balance sheet products that may carry significant capital amounts and finding ways to efficiently provide these through the BUs so we can grow our life business and retain more customers as they move from the accumulation to the decumulation phases of life.
The team has a flat structure and is effectively organized in two parts (where clearly there is some overlap and the intention is not to silo tasks, but to help organize work):

Proposition

• • “Front end” facing business units – “Product” and “Business” focused with the former deep on product and the latter deep on execution and business fit
  • Detailed understanding of product structures, flows and financials
  • Execution & project oriented including specific structuring solutions to address BU challenges

Structuring Analytics

• • “Back end” supporting analytics and tools
  • Asset, Liability, Capital modelling support or development as needed
  • Structuring and financing including, for example, reinsurance and side cars

What you will do

• Support the setting of Group strategy and the conceptualization and delivery of initiatives to realize goals including adding to Business Operating Profit (“BOP”) [100m p.a. in five years] with an acceptable IRR [14+%] while managing capital strain (Risk Based Capital requirement) to an acceptable level.
• Drive – and support as needed – the development and/or organization of technical tools for liability cash flow generation, asset cash flow generation as well as capital and risk assessment. The tools may be developed in the team, by the BU or in combination, but need to be available for use by the team or by other units or Group departments.
• Drive technical analytics and Act as an analytics bridge between Savings & Retirement, BUs and Group Departments to facilitate sharing of data and tooling. This includes, but is not limited to, mortality data and related demographic analysis that is useful to prudently assess and grow the Savings & Retirement business.
• Drive the development of a Centre Of Expertise for product and capital modelling including risk structuring and financing capabilities.
• Expertise means ability to develop when needed, but also to share and use what already exists where it is fit for purpose.
• Explore potential funding solutions, internal and external, for the purpose of reducing Group and BU capital strain while maintaining profitability and keeping BOP above an absolute threshold.
• Support – and drive where needed – required capital methodology and risk assessments working closely with Risk and Actuarial teams.
• Support, and drive where needed, execution of projects working closely with the Proposition team members to ensure useful and needed tooling is in place to quantify risks and financial flows.
• Challenge constructively and creatively, helping teams converge on clear decisions and pragmatic solutions.

What you bring

• Team player who understands that the team is more than the sum of its parts.
• Excellent technical skills including ability to assess and/or model complex cash flow systems through the use of data and code (can be supported by AI)
• Excellent insurance product knowledge.
• Data analytics, applied statistics experience or similar.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in an environment with multiple geographies and stakeholders including negotiation/influencing skills and customer insight capability.
• Strong change and transformation capability including driving/supporting project/program management when needed.
  15+ years experience in insurance or financial services.
• Detailed understanding of insurance economics and product structures and the ability to support from beginning to end.
• Detailed understanding of different regulatory and capital regimes.
• Fluent in English. Other languages a plus.

You belong here. 

Imagine working in one of the world’s most sustainable workplaces. At Quai Zurich Campus, you’ll enjoy an environment designed to help you thrive, with benefits that support your well-being and impact, and opportunities to perform at your best, surrounded by top talent and supportive colleagues.  

You’ll have access to healthy food options, fitness facilities, and bright, collaborative spaces that spark creativity. Located in the heart of Zurich on the shores of Lake Zurich, the campus offers excellent public transportation links, making your commute simple. 
Grow with us through access to learning resources, on-the-job development, and continuous empowerment and support. Be part of a team that is creating a brighter future together. 
 

About Us 

Zurich is a leading multi-line insurer, serving over 82 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories with more than 65,000 employees. For over 150 years, Zurich has been transforming insurance – offering not just protection, but also prevention services that promote well-being and climate resilience. Guided by our purpose to ‘create a brighter future together,’ we aim to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. 

We look forward to receiving your online application today!

Information for recruitment agencies

Zurich does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications, as well as any associated fees. 

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? 

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great! 
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.
 

• Location(s):  CH - Zürich 
• Remote working: No
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Mélina Carnal