Risk Engineer - Fire and Business Interuption

Zurich Australian Insurance Ltd.; Croydon; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk Engineer to join their innovative Property Team. This exciting role offers the opportunity to engage in diverse risk management tasks, including conducting assessments and creating reports that directly impact customer safety and business continuity. With a strong focus on training and development, successful candidates will thrive in a supportive environment that values teamwork and communication. Embrace a flexible working arrangement while contributing to a company committed to sustainability and community support. This is a chance to build a rewarding career in a dynamic field.

Benefits

12% pension scheme

Annual bonus

Income Protection

Life cover (4x salary)

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Three paid volunteering days

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Free flu jabs

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing property risks such as fire and flood.
• Knowledge of loss prevention for Property and Business Interruption.

Responsibilities

• Conduct desktop and on-site assessments following global guidelines.
• Create professional risk assessment and improvement reports.

Skills

Risk Management

Property Insurance

Customer Engagement

Presentation Skills

Negotiation Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

Cert/Dip CII

TIFireE

Risk Management Certifications

Job description

Risk Engineer - Fire and Business Interruption

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

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 to join our diverse, passionate, and innovative ZRS Property Team.

Ideal candidates will have some background in Property Insurance, gained through underwriting, claims, or risk engineering roles.

The role is home-based, with travel to customer sites across the region. It is an essential car user (ECU) position, including 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 comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed and provide technical guidance to our customers.

Zurich Resilience Solutions supports customers and stakeholders with risk management solutions, including survey programs, account management, and technical advice.

We promote flexible working arrangements such as part-time work, flexible hours, job sharing, remote work, or compressed hours. Please discuss your needs during the interview process.

What will you be doing?

• Conduct desktop and on-site assessments following global guidelines.
• Create professional risk assessment and improvement reports for stakeholders.
• Manage risk improvement actions proactively within customer accounts.
• Collaborate across Risk Engineering, Claims, Underwriting, and other departments.
• 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 for Property and Business Interruption risks.
• Relevant 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-development and supporting others’ growth.
• Clear, consistent, and open communication skills.
• Proficiency with Zurich Resilience Solutions offerings and stakeholder engagement to identify revenue opportunities.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome candidates to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the application process.

Who we are:

At Zurich, we aim to be a responsible and impactful global insurer, creating a brighter future for customers, employees, and the planet. With over 55,000 employees worldwide, we are a stable, long-standing industry leader.

We focus on sustainable impact, employee wellbeing, diversity, and continuous development. We also encourage employee involvement in volunteering and community activities through our Zurich Community Trust, which has donated over £90 million in the UK.

If you’re seeking a dynamic, challenging environment where your contributions are valued, Zurich could be the perfect place for you. Join us and be part of something great.

Our Culture

We foster a strong community, valuing diversity and inclusion, and creating a welcoming environment for all. We prioritize wellbeing and offer extensive training and development opportunities. We also support volunteering and charitable activities, emphasizing our commitment to social responsibility.

Benefits include:

• 12% pension scheme
• Annual bonus
• Income Protection
• Life cover (4x salary)

Time away:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to swap or buy additional days
• Three paid volunteering days
• Up to 16 weeks’ full pay for maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Health benefits:

• Private medical insurance
• Virtual GP appointments
• Discounted gym memberships
• Free flu jabs

Our commitment:

• Leading sustainability efforts, including signing the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge
• Supporting communities through the Zurich Community Trust