Planning and Performance Senior Expert 80-100%

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of finance? Join us at Group Zurich and become a key player in shaping our future!

As part of our dynamic team, you will provide insightful comments on pivotal financial stories, prepare detailed reports, and analyze hidden trends in our financial results, especially during critical “Financial Close Reporting” periods. You will oversee business segment specifics, propose impactful improvements, and influence senior team members, enhancing our reporting and strategic business decisions.

This role gives you access to the comprehensive financial results of Group Zurich, placing you in a prime position to analyze and communicate the evolving landscape of our business. Be at the forefront of driving transformative insights and making a significant impact within our organization!

Working in GPPM offers a fantastic opportunity to understand the convergence of financial activities through our results. At the heart of our finance operations, GPPM plays a crucial role in equipping our GCFO with vital information, empowering strategic decisions for the company’s future. This position is a unique career opportunity to develop business acumen and gain substantial exposure to senior management. Interested? Then we are looking forward to receiving your application.

What you will do

• Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets from various sources

• Understand strategical Group reporting needs during Close and lead the development of a purposeful reporting landscape

• Lead the Group story on Close and show complete domain of facts. Guarantee insightful comments on Group financial story

• Develop understanding of different business segments to add more content to the comments and properly reflect inputs from country story into final GPPM decks

• Observe Group financial development, look for hidden trends and better ways of addressing analysis needs and lead deep dive analysis

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in finance or in a related field

• At least 5 years of experience, ideally in a similar role

• Ability to interpret complex data, identify patterns, and make informed decisions

• Effective communication with stakeholders at all levels to ensure project requirements are understood and implemented

• Understanding of the insurance industry. Ability to read an insurance P&L under IFRS 17 standards is a must

• Identifying inefficiencies and recommending process improvements

• Great domain of data analysis tools (mainly excel), and excellent domain of power point presentational skills. Financial modelling abilities is nice to have

Additional Information

We look forward to receiving your online application.

At our Quai Zurich Campus , our culture and our people are what set us apart. We thrive on face-to-face interactions that drive collaboration, nurture our unique culture, and amplify our success. Enjoy the best of both worlds with the flexibility to work up to two days remotely per week within Switzerland, allowing you to balance personal commitments while excelling in your career. Please discuss your flexibility needs with us during your interview.

Information for recruitment agencies

Zurich does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications as well as any associated fees.

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right?

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great!
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet .

• Location(s): CH - Zürich
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Mélina Carnal