Insights Manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An insurance analytics firm in London seeks an Insights Manager for a 10-month fixed-term contract. You'll lead a team focused on delivering actionable insights and collaborating with senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates have experience in data analytics within the financial services sector, strong leadership and SQL skills, and a passion for data-driven decision-making. This role offers a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading MI teams within financial services or insurance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Advanced SQL skills for data manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team delivering MI and actionable insights.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify data needs.
• Promote a data-driven culture across business units.

Skills

Data visualization and reporting tools

SQL proficiency

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

Power BI

SSRS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Insights Manager
Type: Fixed-Term Contract (10-month Maternity Cover)
Work Mode: Hybrid (2 days on-site per week)
Location: London, UK

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team delivering Management Information (MI) and actionable insights to support business operations across the UK and MENA regions.
• Provide strategic direction to ensure high-quality, data-driven reporting and analytics that support business decision-making.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams (e.g. Claims, Finance, Actuarial, Portfolio Management) to identify data needs and develop effective insight solutions.
• Manage team performance, develop talent, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
• Deliver complex analysis and guidance on strategic initiatives and projects.
• Promote a data-driven culture by providing training and support to business units in the use of MI tools and techniques.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with data protection, Solvency II, financial crime, and other relevant standards.
• Communicate insights clearly and effectively to senior leaders and stakeholders, driving operational and strategic impact.
• Provide interim leadership for associated insight functions during the contract period.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in leading Data & Analytics or MI teams, ideally within the insurance or financial services sector.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Proficient in data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI, SSRS, and Microsoft Excel.
• Advanced SQL skills, with the ability to write and optimize complex queries.
• Demonstrated experience in business data analysis and delivering actionable insights.
• Excellent understanding of insurance business practices, particularly within underwriting or broking.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience with training delivery and coaching teams on data literacy and MI usage.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements relevant to the insurance industry, including data governance and risk management principles.
• Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and embedding a culture of data-driven decision-making.

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