Working Student Financial Risk (Reinsurance Credit Risk) 50%, duration 12 months contract

Curious about working in a stimulating and challenging environment of a multinational company? 

We are looking for a talent with a positive hands-on and can-do attitude who is able to think "out of the box”. 

Apply for this exciting position in the Zurich’s the Financial Risk Governance team within Group Risk Management and support our Next Generation Talent Strategy with possibility of being extended by other 12 months!

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. We want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences, and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together.

You will mainly be working with a Senior risk manager, and other team members by supporting on risk analysis and assessment of credit requests predominantly in the reinsurance area; data quality, risk reporting and credit aggregation are also important in this supporting role. 

The role provides a great opportunity to collaborate closely with experts and other peers, while being empowered to bring in and present own ideas.

What you will do

• Support in the preparation of credit approvals in reinsurance area

• Support in rating reinsurers that are not externally rated by using a dedicated credit scorecard  

• Support the maintenance of Zurich’s global credit risk database

• Keep track of the key statistics of the reinsurance portfolio and twice a year prepare a comprehensive presentation for the Corporate Reinsurance Securities Committee (CRSC)

• Involvement in ongoing ad-hoc projects related to reinsurance

• Support in ensuring data controls function appropriately and data is managed across functions including investments, credit insurance, reinsurance, treasury, etc.

What you bring

• Enrolled in a Swiss university undertaking a bachelor of master degree preferably in economics, finance, data sciences or related fields

• Able to deal with large quantity of data, linking the business needs to the IT developments

• Advanced MS office skills, especially Excel. Power BI experience is an advantage 

• In possession of theoretical skills as they relate to financial markets, products and analysis of financial statements

• Capable of fostering positive working relationships with colleagues at all organizational levels

• Results driven, adaptable with a hands-on practical approach

• Able to prioritize and balance multiple tasks simultaneously

• Able to work effectively within an environment that has quickly changing processes, priorities, and deadlines

• Detail oriented with strong problem solving and analytical skills

• Fluent English speaker (written and spoken) other languages would be of advantage

• Based in Switzerland

• For the whole duration of the working student contract, you need to be enrolled at university or a center of further education

Additional Information
 
We look forward to receiving your online application. 
 
Zurich wants to attract the best talent and we acknowledge that talents might not always be available full-time. At Zurich we will consider requests for flexible working. Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of ways. Please talk to us during the interview about the flexibility you may need.

Who we are 
 
At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our 53,000 employees worldwide live our values to protect you, to inspire confidence and help you reach your full potential. We promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, differently abled, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc.  
 
Find out more About Us. 
 
To protect both you and our employees, we might have interviews and onboarding remotely leveraging digital technologies and tools. You will receive more information as you progress in your journey with us.
Detailed information about Next Generation Career Opportunities can be found here.

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: Erolinda Kuqi