FS – Insurance Data Senior Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational professional services firm in Edinburgh is seeking an Insurance Data Senior Associate to develop enterprise-wide data strategies and support clients in modernizing their data capabilities. The ideal candidate will have expertise in data governance, and experience with regulatory compliance, particularly in the insurance or banking sectors. Benefits include flexible working arrangements and private medical cover. This role requires travel up to 60%.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical cover

Six volunteering days a year

Qualifications

• Expertise in insurance or banking sectors, aiding clients to modernize data capabilities.
• Familiarity with regulatory drivers like Solvency II and IFRS 17.
• Experience in designing strategic operating models and deploying data governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing data strategies and operating models.
• Contribute to data quality improvements and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with teams to understand client goals and address regulatory needs.

Skills

Data strategy development

Data governance support

AI and automation integration

Client relationship management

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Tools

Data management frameworks

Cloud data environments

Job description

FS – Insurance Data Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers • Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

About the role:

Our Financial Services Technology Data and Resilience (TDR) team helps FS firms navigate a complex data environment by providing strategic, operational and governance solutions. You will work on data strategy, governance, AI and automation integration, and client engagement to help insurers and banks modernise their data capabilities.

What your days will look like:

• Data Strategy Development: Assist in developing enterprise-wide data strategies and operating models that embed sustainable data management and AI practices, ensuring alignment with sector-specific regulatory and operational requirements.
• Data Governance Support: Contribute by helping clients improve data quality, lineage and controls, addressing regulatory gaps and strengthening internal oversight.
• AI and Automation Integration: Leverage AI and automation to enhance the scalability and performance of data management and implementation activities, including data discovery, monitoring and policy enforcement.
• Value Addition for Clients: Provide insights and practical solutions to improve data governance and management practices, aiding clients in achieving greater effectiveness and innovation.
• Promotion of Data Governance Culture: Support the promotion of a robust culture that integrates people, processes and technology, reducing risk and fostering business insights.
• Engagement and Collaboration: Collaborate on engagements supporting teams to meet client requirements and understand regulatory demands, ensuring alignment with client goals.
• Team Development and Delivery: Contribute to delivery efforts and support diverse teams by utilizing AI and technological tools under guidance, enhancing capabilities in delivering innovative solutions.
• Communication Skills Development: Cultivate strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey policies and strategies, engaging stakeholders across business and technology contexts.
• Participation in Change and Risk Projects: Participate in business change and risk transformation projects, assisting with program management and providing timely updates to managers.
• Client Relationship Management: Assist in building and maintaining client relationships by identifying opportunities to broaden engagement with new and existing clients, fostering long‑term partnerships.

The role is for you if:

• You have expertise in the insurance or banking sectors and can help clients modernise and future‑proof their data capabilities by designing strategic operating models and deploying fit‑for‑purpose tools.
• You can combine client delivery and business development, navigating complex, industry‑specific data challenges including regulatory scrutiny and legacy operating models.
• You have a good understanding of the data governance ecosystem within insurance or banking, facilitating strategic and technological transformations to enhance data governance capabilities.
• You are familiar with regulatory drivers such as Solvency II and IFRS 17, and can apply data management frameworks like DAMA and DCAM to craft sustainable data strategies with effective governance.
• Exposure to cloud data environments and modern data architectures is preferred; familiarity with insurance market regulations (e.g., Solvency II, IFRS 17, PRA) is a plus.

What you’ll receive from us:

Benefits are designed to support and reward you fairly, including flexible working arrangements, private medical cover with 24/7 virtual GP access, six volunteering days a year, and more. Our working week is split between office, home and client site.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Travel Requirements:

Up to 60%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship:

Yes

Government Clearance Required:

No

Job Posting End Date: