AVP, Risk Management

Zurich Insurance Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich Insurance Company is seeking an AVP, Risk Management to enhance their risk governance. This role involves conducting risk assessments, partnering with senior management, and promoting adherence to risk management frameworks. The position offers an excellent opportunity for growth in a collaborative environment, emphasizing diversity and work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive health/benefits plan

Four weeks of vacation per year

Four personal days per year

Access to training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7 or more years of experience in the Risk Management area.
• Experience in different technical functions within insurance or financial services.

Responsibilities

• Conducts risk assessments and identifies risk mitigation actions.
• Compiles risk reports for decision making.
• Supports regulatory reporting processes.

Skills

Risk Management

Communication

Influence

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

Advanced Degree

Tools

Risk Management Framework

Job description

Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.

If you have experience in Risk Management and in insurance , and you are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Zurich Canada is currently looking for an AVP, Risk Management to provide senior management with a 360-degree view of risk of the business or functional area in scope.

Reporting to Zurich Canada's Chief Risk Officer, you will help in implementing Zurich Group’s Risk Management Framework and running an efficient and effective risk management function., You will partner with senior functional and business line leaders, supporting them in identifying and mitigating risks while ensuring a consistent and efficient adherence to the Group’s risk management framework. You will promote a sound risk awareness culture by linking strategy, day-to-day business execution and reward system to risk, in order to support the decision-making process for Zurich Canada.

This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

This is a hybrid role.

What you will do -

• Conducts risk assessments (operational, strategic and emerging) and investigations of operational events according to priorities assigned, and work with the business to identify meaningful risk mitigation actions.
• Flag significant matters of concerning risks for assigned areas to senior risk management.
• Provide support in all risk management activities for Zurich Canada and represent the risk function in case of absence.
• Provide support for and conduct operational risk management activities (for example risk assessments or implementing other risk framework components).
• Partner with business / functional management.
• Compile risk reports based on available information, providing consistent and reliable information for risk-related decision taking.
• Support the risk management function in the promotion of the Zurich Group Risk Management Framework to ensure it is sufficiently understood and implemented in the organization.
• Provide support in regulatory reporting process (ORSA)

Job Qualifications

What you bring to the table :

Required :

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline and 7 or more years of experience in the Risk Management area.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 9 or more years of experience in the Risk Management area.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree in Risk Management and 7 or more years of experience in the Risk Management area.
• 7 or more years in the insurance or financial services industry, including experience in different technical functions.
• Knowledge in risk management or risk engineering.

Preferred :

• Technical skills in insurance areas such as underwriting, pricing, claims, reinsurance or credit risk
• Ability to influence senior management.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced Degree and / or professional certification in insurance, actuarial or risk management.

Our Culture

At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.

We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.

We care about our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive health / benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.

We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that.

We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion.

We are committed to continuous improvement, and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources.

We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award.

Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.

About Us

A future with Zurich

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. Today, we serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology and insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities and foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our people, our customers and the communities we serve.

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