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SalarySalary: Up to £69,000 depending on experience, plus Car plus an excellent benefits package
Location: UK, Home-Based with travel
Closing date for applications: Friday 22nd March 2024
The Opportunity
Zurich Resilience Solutions is pivotal to supporting our customers internally and externally, with market leading climate risk management solutions and we have an exciting opportunity for a Climate Change Specialist Risk Engineer to join our diverse and passionate team.
We are looking for a candidate to provide sustainability and resilience solutions to our internal and external customers and be involved in further developing our portfolio of climate change and natural hazard solutions in the UK and internationally. This fantastically varied and rewarding role includes customer management, delivery of survey programmes, provision of technical advice and much more.
We are looking for candidates located across the UK. The ideal candidate will have experience in working on climate change and environmental sustainability projects, this could be with corporate organisations, local authority, or charities. An insurance background is not necessary.
What will you be doing?
- Deliver physical climate risk assessments and provide related advisory services assessing the impact of climate change risk.
- Undertake desktop and on-site assessments for flood, natural hazards, and wind as part of risk management survey programmes in-line with global guidelines.
- Proactively manage the progress and completion of risk improvement actions as part of your overall Account Management customer programme.
- Contribute to thought leadership and technical insight delivered to customers, business partners and colleagues through events, communications, and other publications.
- Prioritise individual workload to deliver for our customers efficiently and effectively in line with global requirements.
What are we looking for?
- Experience in assessing a range of risks and the adequacy of control measures (primarily flood, natural hazards, wind, and heat)
- Knowledge of risk management and loss prevention practices for Property and Business Interruption risks
- Practical experience and technical expertise in one or more of the following fields: climate change mitigation analysis, low carbon technologies and energy efficiency, climate change vulnerability and adaptation assessment, greenhouse gas emissions inventories/assessment.
- A relevant degree or professional qualification in a climate related topic and/or Risk Management (Desirable)
- Excellent presentation and customer engagement skills; experienced at influencing and negotiation.
- Build trusted relationships and promote collaborative teamwork, seeking diverse perspectives from internal and external partners.
- Invest in self-development and the development of others including setting clear and ambitious goals.
- Tailor solutions in the best interests of our customers, understanding the evolving landscape and future needs.
- Seize opportunities to innovate by rapidly applying market and customer insights.
- Communicate with clarity, consistency, and openness.
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.
