Finance Business Partner, Zurich Municipal - (Part-Time, Job-Share and Full-Time)
Location: Flexible – the Business Partnering team is based in Fareham/London/Swindon and office presence will be required, in addition to weekly office presence in Farnborough with the Zurich Municipal team.
The opportunity:
We’re looking for the next Zurich Municipal Finance Business Partner. The role is a great opportunity to join the Planning and Performance Management team, supporting the business to deliver their strategy and financial targets. Working directly with the Head of Zurich Municipal and the wider Zurich Municipal leadership team, we’re looking for someone who likes to work at pace, can translate numbers into commercial insight and help drive change during an exciting period of evolution for Zurich Municipal.
You’ll be responsible for leading a team of 3 and creating an environment where they can thrive individually and collectively. Whilst we’re looking for a finance subject matter expert, you’ll also be acting as a conduit between Finance, the Zurich Municipal business and other functions in order to support strategic goals. As a valued member of the Zurich Municipal Leadership Team you will also have the opportunity to understand and help shape both the day-to-day and strategic direction of a market facing unit that is passionate about delivery for customers. There will also be opportunities to support ad-hoc projects and change activity as they arise.
What will you be doing?
- Reporting directly to the Head of Planning and Performance Management and as a key member of the Zurich Municipal Leadership Team, you’ll be providing expert financial advice and quality insight into the financial performance of the business to aid decision making, financial strategy setting and ultimately improving results.
- As a member of the Zurich Municipal Leadership Team, you will be actively involved in wider, non-financial conversations and strategy days, helping input into the future of the Zurich Municipal business, bringing different perspectives and challenge.
- Building relationships with the Zurich Municipal business to be considered a trusted business partner, as you’ll be at the heart of presenting financial performance and insight to stakeholders, including at Business Unit Reviews.
- Leading the Zurich Municipal Finance Business Partner team and coaching them in developing the understanding, analysis and insight required to develop the Zurich Municipal financial plan and regular reporting requirements.
- Working closely with other teams in Planning and Performance Management, including Expenses and Reporting teams and key stakeholders in the business to ensure joined up insight and delivery.
- Leading the Zurich Municipal delivery of the annual planning cycle in line with the UK & Group timelines.
- Lead delivery of regular reporting to the Zurich Municipal management team, alongside ad-hoc insight and analysis requests.
- Keep abreast of relevant industry trends and articulate impact on performance relative to competitors.
What are we looking for?
- Extensive experience in building and managing relationships with varied stakeholders at a senior level.
- Excellent understanding of the UK financial performance framework - prior knowledge and understanding of the Zurich Municipal Business would be useful, but not necessarily essential.
- Ability to deliver complex financial analysis and to be a subject matter expert for complex financial queries relating to all aspects of financial performance.
- Experience of acting as a conduit between finance and the business units and support functions, with an ability to translate complex financial matters into readily understandable and meaningful insight.
- Influencing or negotiating and communicating at a senior level.
- Experience of leading a team, including continuous improvement. Proven track record in developing people and evolving teams to keep up with future trends.
- Analytical thinker with strong business acumen.
- Fully qualified accountant, or relevant qualification.
- A thought leader who can lead from the front and support the business strategy.
Further Information
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.
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.
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.
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
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