Job opportunities at Zurich Ireland

Actuarial Trainee

Zurich Life Assurance Plc is looking to expand its actuarial team. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to rotate and work in a number of the company’s key areas. The role includes the opportunity to study for the Institute & Faculty of Actuaries exams and gain experience across all aspects of the company.

Your Role

As an Actuarial Trainee, your main responsibilities may include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

•    Modelling
•    Providing business insights
•    Reserving & experience analysis 
•    Providing IT solutions
•    Capital management
•    Pricing
•    Risk management

Your Skills and Experience

As an Actuarial Trainee, your skills and qualifications will include: 
•    Clear progress made towards obtaining local actuarial qualification, or a 1:1 honours level undergraduate or postgraduate degree with a strong mathematical focus. 
•    High level of numeracy and computer literacy, experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, VBA, SQL and other programming languages are desirable.
•    Knowledge of the insurance industry's trends, directions and major issues.
•    A high propensity to learn and develop, including self-driven learning as well as one-on-one directed learning from more experienced team members.
•    Strong numerical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
•    Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
•    Strong time management and organisational skills

Additional Information

Primary work location is Blackrock. Position is Dublin-based. This is a hybrid role which will require 2-3 days in office (Blackrock) per week.

 
If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”. 

Who we are 

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit. At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!

Job Summary

Zurich Life Assurance is looking for a Senior Project Manager. this role will involve Planning and managing Zurich Life Assurance and Pensions (ZLAP), change projects to deliver agreed business capabilities and benefits within the overall change budget. Ensuring business case objectives are clear and met - delivering projects within the specified constraints.

This role may be available part-time or full time. 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.

Responsibilites

• Project Management of the full spectrum of project delivery disciplines including Scoping, Business Case development, Stakeholder Impact Assessment, Planning, Development of Requirements, Design, Build, Test (SIT and UAT), Business Readiness, Deployment, post-go-live support and Service Transition of change projects
• Understands and able to select the most appropriate delivery approach to fit the project and environment
• Identify and track key milestones to get projects delivered
• Clearly and accurately communicate project status, issues, dependencies and risks to leadership and other stakeholders
• Proactively identify program risks, manage and escalate where appropriate, working with stakeholders to keep projects moving and on track
• Facilitate decision-making by identifying key stakeholders and surfacing the required information to make critical decisions
• Establish and maintain appropriate communication and engagement with stakeholders
• Balance the competing constraints of scope, schedule, budget, quality, resources, and risk to produce the specified product, service, or result
• Ensure change readiness of the ZLAP organization
• Develop a detailed project plan at task level based on the agreed business case, manage and control project delivery in accordance with baseline parameters and standards
• Determine quality policies, objectives, and responsibilities so that the project will satisfy its objectives and the project requirements are met and validated.
• Manage projects in accordance and in compliance with Zurich methodologies and policies

Job Qualifications

Core Technical Competencies

• 5+ years Project Management experience, including experience in large, complex, multi-location programs or projects
• Proven delivery track record of successfully implementing business transformation/digitisation enabled by technology
• Technology literate, with proven experience in managing system integration projects
• Experience of working in and managing customer and vendor relationships in a matrixed management environment
• Life insurance experience in the Irish market preferable

Non-Technical Competencies 

• Self-starter with a track record of seamless execution with minimal guidance
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills and are comfortable working side-by-side with company leaders
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills with an ability to relate to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent customer / relationship management skills
• Strong attention to detail, highly analytical mindset
• Able to stand their own ground and appropriately challenge own team and other stakeholders
• Strong problem solving / critical reasoning capabilities
• Demonstrable ability to work to tight deadlines  
• Proactive and flexible approach; ability to work effectively with multiple priorities in parallel
• Confidence in applying judgment based on own experience

Who we are

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford.

Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich) is a leading global multi-line insurer founded more than 150 years ago, which has grown into a business serving more than 82 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories, while delivering industry-leading total shareholder returns.

Reflecting its purpose to ‘create a brighter future together,’ Zurich offers protection services that go beyond traditional insurance, to support its customers in building resilience. Since 2020, the Zurich Forest project supports reforestation and biodiversity restoration in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest.

The Group has more than 65,000 employees and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (ZURN) is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and has a level I American Depositary Receipt (ZURVY) program, which is traded over-the-counter on OTCQX. Further information is available at www.zurich.com.

Additional Information

Primary work location is Blackrock, Dublin based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter XYZ is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Job Summary

Zurich Insurance Europe AG, Ireland is looking for a Business Lines Underwritter for our New Business Team on a permanent basis. 

The Business Lines New Business Team are responsible for meeting the insurance needs of our Business Lines customers through our broker channel. The New Business Underwriter will be required to work closely with our broker partners and other internal functions such as Head of New Business, Pricing, Line of Business Heads, Claims, Finance, Sales & Distribution and Risk Engineering to ensure all areas of the business are managed in accordance with framework, policies, authority levels and guidelines whilst delivering on our financial plan.

This role may be available part-time or full time. 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.

Your Role

As a New Business Underwriter your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

• Underwrite and analyse new business submissions an adherence with the Zurich Way of underwriting, Zurich risk appetite and within delegated authority levels.
• Negotiating terms & conditions with our broker partners in line with our agreed strategy and target risk appetite whilst nurturing broker relationships.
• Manage and proactively prioritise new business pipeline and work queues, in conjunction with Sales and Distribution, ensuring agreed SLA’s are adhered to.
• Continuous engagement with Sales and Distribution, Risk Engineering (when applicable) and broker partners to generate, drive and secure new business opportunities.
• Build relationships in support of customer/business acquisition and retention (e.g. by handling a range of queries, providing advice to assist with the development of an account) 
• Implement agreed technical standards, controls, practices and procedures, thereby maintaining underwriting discipline 
• Proactively contribute ideas and work for the development of new or enhanced propositions based on technical, customer and distributor insights, supporting testing, pricing feedback and participating in training where necessary.
• Adhere to Central Bank compliance standards of operating 
• Demonstrate high level of Quality Assurance in all elements of the underwriting process
• Ensure any issues arising are dealt with in accordance with Zurich standards and that where appropriate issues escalated in a timely fashion
• Maintain underwriting records in accordance with regulatory /statutory and internal requirements, using a disciplined approach to exposure evaluation, risk assessment and pricing.
• Identify training opportunities for self and other and assists with training as directed.
• Be flexible to participate in ad hoc projects
• On occasion having to deliver superior service in the management of renewals

Your Skills & Experience

As a New Business Underwriter your skills and qualifications will include:

• 3 years plus industry knowledge
• Holds or is working towards relevant professional qualifications i.e. CIP, MDI, ACII
• Excellent technical insurance knowledge, including specific knowledge in Commercial Insurance
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent knowledge of Zurich products/policy wordings

Competencies:

• Ability to work within a team environment – focused on the achievement of both individual and team goals
• Ability to build key relationships with partners & customers
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills to manage and prioritise workload and adapt quickly within a fast-faced environment, responding effectively to customer needs and expectations.
• A strong team player with a flexible, positive attitude towards work including changes to technology, functionality driven initiatives, and additional/new product lines.
• Strong leadership and delegation skills
• Enthusiasm, ambition and innovation
• Ability to operate independently
• Good research skills
• Pro-active with strong problem-solving, decision-making and judgment skills
• Excellent attention to detail, including a strong ability to multitask
• Ability to prioritise workload and to adapt quickly within a busy environment to ensure we respond effectively to customer needs and expectations
• Excellent planning and organisational skills that support a high service standard
• All employees are expected to work in accordance with the behaviours laid out in Zurich Purpose and Values

Additional Information

Primary work location is Dublin or Wexford -based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,500 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford.

Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich) is a leading global multi-line insurer founded more than 150 years ago, which has grown into a business serving more than 82 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories, while delivering industry-leading total shareholder returns.

Reflecting its purpose to ‘create a brighter future together,’ Zurich offers protection services that go beyond traditional insurance, to support its customers in building resilience. Since 2020, the Zurich Forest project supports reforestation and biodiversity restoration in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest.

The Group has more than 65,000 employees and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (ZURN) is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and has a level I American Depositary Receipt (ZURVY) program, which is traded over-the-counter on OTCQX. Further information is available at www.zurich.com.

Job Summary

Zurich Life Assurance plc sucht einen deutschen Sachbearbeiter, der für die Bearbeitung, die Ausstellung und Betreuung von Risikopolicen für Zurich zuständig ist .

This role may be available part-time or full time. 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.

Your Role

The role will heavily involve the processing of New Business Risk applications and servicing of the in-force business. The candidate will need to provide a high quality on demand services for customers and brokers and can organise their own flow of work within the department. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent German communication skills.  
 
As an Administrator your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
 
•    Ensuring that our customers come first is a key responsibility of the role 
•    Input and issue of Risk policies
•    Post issue processing for insurance applications
•    Dealing with broker and/or queries (via mail, email and telephone)
•    Issuing letters, mails and Documents to Brokers
 

Your Skills and Experience

As an Administrator your skills and qualifications will include: 
 
•    Fluency in German
•    The successful candidate will display excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
•    You will be committed to achieving excellent customer outcomes. 
•    You will possess excellent organisational skills and display the ability to manage your time and workload as required, while displaying a flexible approach to your work and learning. 
•    You will be highly accurate in the daily processing that is completed. 
•    You will have good computer and keyboard skills.
•    Third Level Qualification in relevant area
•    Have achieved or be making significant progress towards a relevant professional qualification that meets Central Bank Minimum Competency Requirements

Additional Information

Primary work location is Blackrock, Co.Dublin. Position is Dublin-based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.
 
Initially, due to the nature of the role full time attendance in the office will be required but over time it will evolve into a hybrid based role. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need. 

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.
 
Who we are 
 
Zurich is one Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 
 
Zurich is a strong brand, Zurich in Ireland is part of Zurich Insurance Group, a leading multi-line insurer that serves its customers in global and local markets. Our 55,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer a competitive compensation package and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit. 
 
At Zurich we are an equal opportunity employer.  We attract and retain the best qualified individuals available, without regard to race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.

Job Summary

Zurich Insurance Europe AG is looking for a Personal Lines Agent in Wexford to join on a 12 month fixed term contract.

The role itself will focus on understanding what matters to Zurich customers; Meeting customer demands is a key part of our roles.

Zurich offers you the ability to expand your knowledge base and create a career within General Insurance.

This role may be available part-time or full time. 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.

Your Role

As a Personal Lines Agent your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

-Deliver telephone-based support to customers on all aspects of general insurance underwriting

-Respond to customer queries relating to our products (home, motor & van) in a timely and efficient manner – striving to exceed quality customer service

-Retain current customers in line with challenging business targets

-Identify upsell opportunities for additional policy benefits

-Contact targeted renewals to drive retention targets

-Build rapport & relationship with our potential and existing customers

-Identify cross-selling prospects for additional products and arrange follow-up calls with customers for future sales opportunities

-Focus on the achievement of challenging service levels with customer centricity crucial to all processes

Your Skills and Experience

As a Personal Lines Agent your skills and qualifications will include:

-Excellent phone manner & communication skills

-Good IT Skills (use of MS Office Products)

-Minimum of 2 H5's or higher level C3's in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) or Third Level Qualification (minimum level 6 standard) or relevant work experience Experience in similar work environment – dealing with customers

-Experience within the insurance industry would be an advantage

-Completed or be in the process of completing CIP as a minimum and / or ACII qualification

-Demonstrate excellent verbal & written communication skills

-Have attention to details, ability to interpret data and ability to follow work through

-Have the ability to prioritise and manage own work while considering the greater impact on the team

-Have an enthusiastic, professional, positive and flexible approach that includes the ability to self-motivate

-Build rapport with our customers quickly & put the customer at the centre of everything we do

-Be resilient in the nature of our work and adapt to changing conditions

-Have good negotiation skills to close renewal offer & be target focused.

-Have quick learning capabilities and an aptitude for understanding the variable elements of insurance products

-Demonstrate solution focus in approach to work and dealing with stakeholders

Additional Information

Position is Wexford-based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter  is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who We Are

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford.

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.

At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!

Job Summary

Zurich Insurance Europe AG is looking for a Personal Lines Agent in Wexford.

The role itself will focus on understanding what matters to Zurich customers; Meeting customer demands is a key part of our roles.

Zurich offers you the ability to expand your knowledge base and create a career within General Insurance.

This role may be available part-time or full time. 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.

Your role

As a Personal Lines Agent your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

-Deliver telephone-based support to customers on all aspects of general insurance underwriting

-Respond to customer queries relating to our products (home, motor & van) in a timely and efficient manner – striving to exceed quality customer service

-Retain current customers in line with challenging business targets

-Identify upsell opportunities for additional policy benefits

-Contact targeted renewals to drive retention targets

-Build rapport & relationship with our potential and existing customers

-Identify cross-selling prospects for additional products and arrange follow-up calls with customers for future sales opportunities

-Focus on the achievement of challenging service levels with customer centricity crucial to all processes

Your skills and experience

As a Personal Lines Agent your skills and qualifications will include:

-Excellent phone manner & communication skills

-Good IT Skills (use of MS Office Products)

-Minimum of 2 H5's or higher level C3's in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) or Third Level Qualification (minimum level 6 standard) or relevant work experience Experience in similar work environment – dealing with customers

-Experience within the insurance industry would be an advantage

-Completed or be in the process of completing CIP as a minimum and / or ACII qualification

-Demonstrate excellent verbal & written communication skills

-Have attention to details, ability to interpret data and ability to follow work through

-Have the ability to prioritise and manage own work while considering the greater impact on the team

-Have an enthusiastic, professional, positive and flexible approach that includes the ability to self-motivate

-Build rapport with our customers quickly & put the customer at the centre of everything we do

-Be resilient in the nature of our work and adapt to changing conditions

-Have good negotiation skills to close renewal offer & be target focused.

-Have quick learning capabilities and an aptitude for understanding the variable elements of insurance products

-Demonstrate solution focus in approach to work and dealing with stakeholders

Additional information

Position is Wexford-based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter  is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford.

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.

At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!

Personal Lines Direct Sales Agent

Zurich Insurance in our Wexford Centre of Excellence is looking for a Personal Lines Direct Sales Agent to join the Direct New Business Team who manage all Direct new business across our home, motor, and van products.

 
If you have a flair for sales, and are a target focused individual you will enjoy working in our sales team.

Your role

As a Direct Sales Agent your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
 

-Working in the sales team the Direct Sales Agent will be responsible for following up on quotations and completing sales of our Zurich products (home, motor & van) over the phone – direct with our customers.
-You will work in a target driven environment and will be rewarded with a competitive sales bonus on a monthly basis for meeting or exceeding your monthly targets.
-Identify and develop calls likely to result in new business.
-Identify cross-selling prospects for additional products and arrange follow-up calls with customers for future sales opportunities.
-Convert quotations into sales in order to exceed team targets.
-Retain current customers in line with challenging business targets.
-Identify upsell opportunities for additional policy benefits.
-Contacting targeted renewals to drive retention targets.
-Build rapport & relationship with our potential and existing customers.
-Experience in the insurance industry would be desirable.

Your skills and experience

As a Direct Sales Agent your skills and qualifications will include: 

-Excellent phone manner & communication skills.
-Good IT Skills (use of MS Office Products).
-Minimum of 2 H5's or higher level C3's in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent)    Third Level Qualification (minimum level 6 standard).
-Completed or be in the process of completing CIP as a minimum and / or ACII qualification – more desirable state rather than required.
-Previous experience of working in a sales & target driven environment.
-Have good negotiation skills to close the new business or renewal offer & be target focused.
-Enthusiastic, professional, positive and flexible approach that includes the ability to self-motivate.
-Have attention to details, ability to interpret data and ability to follow work through. 

Additional Information

Position is Wexford-based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.

 
At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!

Job Summary

Zurich Insurance Europe AG, Ireland Branch is looking for a Bodily Injury Claims Handler to handle single and multi-party Motor claims of moderate to high complexity and exposure within specified authority limits.  The successful candidate will ensure that bodily injury claims are handled in a proactive, efficient, and effective manner and with an unrelenting focus on indemnity, expense, and customer service.  

This role may be available part-time or full time. 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.

Your Role

As a Bodily Injury Claims Handler your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
 

• Manage a portfolio of moderate to high potential claims from coverage determination, liability assessment and quantum analysis within authority limits.
• Establish timely, accurate and consistent reserves and perform on-going reviews throughout the claims cycle within authority limit of €200K by estimating and validating value of claims.
• Demonstrate an advanced standard of technical claims competence for handling moderate to high complexity bodily injury claims.
• Possess strong policy language skills enabling accurate and consistent policy wording interpretation
• Drive cases to a timely and accurate resolution, with an absolute focus on customer service, indemnity, and expense
• Manage key internal and external relationships to ensure all stakeholders are informed on relevant issues
• Provide a high standard of customer service and adherence to legal and regulatory requirements
• Support the Lines of Business heads by providing a highly credible claims proposition to our policyholders and brokers
• Strive for continuous improvement on claims file handling with feedback and support through the Quality Audit processes

Your Skills & Experience

As a Bodily Injury Claims Handler your skills and qualifications will include:  

• A minimum of 10 years relevant claims handler experience, handling large portfolios of bodily injury claims
• CIP qualification required and ACII qualification desirable
• Must be accredited under the Minimum Competency Requirements
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload and diary management
• Ability to contribute effectively within a team environment and an ability to work with claims stakeholders to effectively direct claims strategy
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work, with the ability to respond to change and learning opportunities

Additional Information

Additional Information

Primary work location is Dublin but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,500 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford.

Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich) is a leading global multi-line insurer founded more than 150 years ago, which has grown into a business serving more than 82 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories, while delivering industry-leading total shareholder returns.

Reflecting its purpose to ‘create a brighter future together,’ Zurich offers protection services that go beyond traditional insurance, to support its customers in building resilience. Since 2020, the Zurich Forest project supports reforestation and biodiversity restoration in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest.

The Group has more than 65,000 employees and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (ZURN) is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and has a level I American Depositary Receipt (ZURVY) program, which is traded over-the-counter on OTCQX. Further information is available at www.zurich.com.

Job Summary

Zurich Life Assurance plc is looking for a Group Pensions Administrator to join the Group Pensions department .  The role itself will focus on what matters to Zurich customers. Meeting customer demands is a key part of this role. The role offers you the ability to expand your knowledge base and create future opportunities within Corporate Life & Pensions.

This role may be available part-time or full time. 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.

Your Role

As a Group Pensions Administrator your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

• The successful candidate will have responsibility for the administration of Corporate Pension schemes.
• Ensuring that our customers come first is a key responsibility of the role. This involves building strong relationships with our corporate clients.
• Interacting with other areas of Corporate Life & Pensions (Sales, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Marketing) will be an important factor in this role.

Your Skills and Experience

As a Group Pensions Administrator your skills and qualifications will include:

• Third Level Qualification required
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Excel & Word.
• Strong numerical ability is desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of Defined Contribution pension schemes – specifically knowledge about pension scheme set up, monthly contribution processing and annual renewal processing is desirable
• Knowledge of Pension and Revenue requirements is preferable but not essential
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment
• Be well organised and capable of working to tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
• Be enthusiastic ambitious self starter
• Ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships with all colleagues and clients.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

Additional Information

Primary work location is Blackrock, Co Dublin. The work is office based for at least the first four to six months. 

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are

Zurich is one Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford.

Zurich is a strong brand, Zurich in Ireland is part of Zurich Insurance Group, a leading multi-line insurer that serves its customers in global and local markets. Our 55,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer a competitive compensation package and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.

At Zurich we are an equal opportunity employer.  We attract and retain the best qualified individuals available, without regard to race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.