Strategic Propositions Lead

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

Salary: Up to £90,000, plus car, plus allowances

Location: Home-based, UK

Closing date for applications: Friday 7th March 2025

The opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to work within our Property Practice in Risk Engineering as the Strategic Proposition Lead. The role of the Strategic Proposition Lead is to create strategic, sustainable growth in bespoke customer propositions. In addition to growing external revenue the successful candidate will effectively lead, inspire and coach a team of technical Proposition Lead engineers and work with the Strategic Operational Lead to ensure processes are efficient and future fit. A key priority for the role is to coach the team so that they can reach their full potential, making sure the team and the Practice is a great place to work by motivating, enthusing and nurturing. 

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Leadership of the team, creating strong engagement and a collaborative and supportive culture, whilst delivering a high quality service. 
• Create an environment where team members can achieve their full potential, through continuous development, with support, coaching and motivation. 
• Co-ordinate and monitor the development of strategic propositions that align with our customer needs and growth aspirations  
• Develop and implement a UK and Global deployment strategy that delivers the growth requirements, maintains and improves service 
• Implement a people management strategy that includes how we will manage and develop our teams to deliver our long term goals. 
• Create and enhance systems, processes and procedures to translate business plans into action  
• Develop and engage strong relationships with key internal stakeholders   
• Achieve maximum efficiency including the introduction and acceleration of AI and/or automation. 
• Build and promote Zurich’s reputation as the go-to technical expert in the market. 
• Leverage cross-functional relationships to deliver strategic growth, UK & Global. 

Your skills and experience: 

• Experience in the development of customer proposals, business growth plans and project management  
• Ability to analyse data relating to revenue, advance O365 skills such as excel and power bi would be advantages. 
• Ability to develop and implement long term strategic plans. 
• Influences business decisions through exemplary communication and negotiation. 
• Able, enjoys and promotes working autonomously. 
• Ability to successfully liaise with senior managers throughout the organisation. 

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.  

Who we are: 

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet. 

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future. 

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture 

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic. 

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. 

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million. 
 

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.