Portfolio Analyst

Allianz; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is seeking a Portfolio Analyst to join their Engineering Inspection business in Guildford. The role involves data analysis to provide insights for account management and pricing strategies. Candidates should have a degree in a mathematics-related field and strong analytical skills. The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and a range of benefits including flexible working options and pension schemes.

Benefits

Flexible buy/sell holiday options

Annual performance related bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Discount on insurance products

Retail discounts

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and explain insights.
• Experience with data visualization and reporting.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop actionable insights for the Inspection Team.
• Support the profitable management of the Inspection account.
• Prepare data for monthly results meetings and propose strategic actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data manipulation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in mathematics-based discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Role Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Portfolio Analyst to join our Engineering Inspection business (AEIS), with a primary focus on the Engineering Inspection account.

You'll be responsible for the development, production, and analysis of data - using the appropriate data feeds - to create actionable insights for the Inspection Team. You will also deliver recommendations to support the profitable management of the Inspection account by recommending pricing changes for both new business and renewals.

This is a hybrid role based in our Guildford office, with the expectation to be on-site two days per week.

Salary Information

Pay: Circa £34,000 per year. Pay is based on relevant experience, skills for the role, and location. Salary is only one part of our total reward package.

About You

• Taking ownership of data analysis and insights to identify internal and external trends impacting the inspection business and performance.
• Leading the reporting and analysis of the Engineering Inspection Account to generate actionable insights that inform account strategy.
• Collaborating with the Inspection Account Manager to produce the annual revenue plan.
• Supporting the Inspection Account Manager with pricing changes and analysis
• Supporting the Special Services Manager with planning and pricing analysis through insightful data interpretation.
• Producing and maintaining reports that ensure the portfolio mix aligns with strategic goals and supports growth and profitability targets.
• Interpreting and preparing data for monthly results meetings, highlighting key trends, reviewing team feedback, and proposing strategic actions.
• Developing and delivering new reports to meet emerging data needs as new pricing methodologies are introduced.

Essential Skills

• A degree in a mathematics-based discipline (e.g. Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and explain insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently, taking ownership of tasks and driving them through to completion.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities, solving problems, and responding to evolving business needs.
• Experience in data manipulation, visualisation, and reporting to deliver actionable business insights.
• High attention to detail when preparing and presenting data-driven reports.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for analysis and reporting.

We support the government scheme "Access to Work" please feel free to ask us about the access to work scheme.

Desirable Skills

• Commercial awareness and understanding of the UK insurance market.
• Experience working in a general insurance environment with responsibility for performance or results delivery.
• Exposure to data science tools or advanced analytical techniques.
• Progress towards ACII qualification or similar professional accreditation.
• Completion of, or progression towards, Financial Principles and Pricing Techniques modules.
• Strong financial acumen with an understanding of key underwriting concepts and principles.

What We Will Offer You

Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from- so you can pick a package that's perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That's on top of enjoying all the benefits you'd expect from the world's number one insurance brand, including:

• Flexible buy/sell holiday options
• Hybrid working
• Annual performance related bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Development days
• A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
• Retail discounts
• Volunteering days

Our Ways of Working

Do you need flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it's right for our customers, our business and for you, then we'll do everything we can to make it happen. Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.

Integrity, Fairness, Inclusion & Trust

At Allianz, we believe in fostering an inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to equal opportunities, gender equity, and balanced gender representation, is demonstrated by our numerous accreditations: EDGE certified for gender inclusion, Women in Finance Charter members, Disability Confident employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, Business in the Community's Race at Work Charter signatories, and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer.

We embrace neurodiversity and welcome applications from neurodivergent and disabled candidates, offering tailored adjustments to ensure your success.

We encourage our employees to advocate for their needs, whether it's assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, mentoring, coaching, or flexible work arrangements.

Accessible Application for All

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we support candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions through the Offer an Interview Scheme, for those meeting the essential skills for the role.

Contact our Resourcing team to opt into this scheme or for assistance with your application, including larger text, hard copies, or spoken applications.

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For any inquiries or to submit your application, please contact: Sophie Mayes

If you are an at-risk candidate facing potential redeployment, please include this information in your CV.

Closing date: 21 Aug 25

We reserve the right to close the advert early if we reach enough applications.

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76363 | Data & AI | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz UK | Full-Time | Permanent