Risk Engineer - Fire and Business Interruption

Zurich Insurance; London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk Engineer specializing in Fire and Business Interruption. This role offers the chance to work within a dynamic team focused on risk management solutions. Candidates will conduct risk assessments, manage improvement actions, and collaborate across various teams. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to inclusivity, this position promises a rewarding career path. Join a supportive organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the insurance sector while enjoying a diverse and engaging work environment.

Benefits

Company Car Allowance

Flexible Working Arrangements

Ongoing Training Support

Qualifications

• Experience in property risk assessment from underwriting or claims.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and create improvement reports.
• Manage risk improvement actions within customer accounts.

Skills

Property Risk Assessment

Risk Management Practices

Customer Engagement

Presentation Skills

Teamwork

Education

Cert/Dip CII

TIFireE

Risk Management Certifications

Tools

Zurich Resilience Solutions

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Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share, and full-time basis.

Salary: Market leading, plus car, plus allowances.

Location: Home-based, South UK.

Closing Date: 14th May 2025.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for candidates interested in a career within Risk Management. Join our diverse, passionate, and thought-leading ZRS Property Team. Candidates should have some background in Property Insurance, either through underwriting, claims, or risk engineering.

The role is home-based, with travel required across the region. It is an essential car user (ECU) position with a company car allowance. Successful candidates will undergo a 3-month training academy providing foundational risk engineering training.

This role offers a diverse and rewarding experience, with ongoing support to help you succeed in providing technical guidance and insights to our customers. Zurich Resilience Solutions supports clients and stakeholders with risk management solutions, including surveys, account management, and technical advice.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, remote work, or compressed hours. Please discuss your needs during the interview process.

What will you be doing?

• Conduct desktop and on-site risk assessments following global guidelines.
• Create bespoke risk assessment and improvement reports for stakeholders.
• Manage risk improvement actions proactively within customer accounts.
• Collaborate across Risk Engineering, Claims, Underwriting, and other teams.
• Prioritize workload to meet customer needs and global standards.

What are we looking for?

• Experience assessing property risks (fire, flood, security) from underwriting or claims perspectives.
• Knowledge of risk management and loss prevention practices for Property and Business Interruption risks.
• Professional qualifications such as Cert/Dip CII, TIFireE, or Risk Management certifications.
• Strong presentation and customer engagement skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate.
• Ability to build trusted relationships and promote teamwork with internal and external partners.
• Commitment to self and team development, setting clear goals.
• Clear, consistent, and open communication skills.
• Proficiency with Zurich Resilience Solutions and ability to identify new business opportunities.

We are committed to inclusivity and providing reasonable adjustments during the application process. Please inform us of any support needed.

Who we are:

Zurich aims to be a responsible, impactful, and top global insurer. With over 55,000 employees across 170+ countries, we are a stable and supportive organization dedicated to sustainable impact, wellbeing, diversity, and continuous development. We value community involvement and charitable work, including our Zurich Community Trust, which has donated over £90 million.

Join us to make a difference, be challenged, inspired, supported, and to love what you do.