Position Overview & Specifications

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More than you expected Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton. Job Description: NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF. Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. As an Insurance Risk Manager, you will play an exciting and pivotal role in the development and growth of our Risk Management (IRM) practice at Grant Thornton (GT). The primary objective of the role will be to develop and deliver core risk management services to existing and prospective insurance (non-life and life) clients across the UK. The main focus will be to develop and establish a market leading IRM practice and generate year-on-year growth. This will be achieved through collaboration with the wider Grant Thornton team and direct with prospective clients. We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life. A look into the role
As an Insurance Risk Manager within our Insurance Risk Management practice, you will:
  • Support insurance and cross-function teams’ work on client’s strategic initiatives relating to identifying understanding, measuring, and managing risks within the organisation.
  • Identify, initiate, and own relationships with stakeholders which includes clients. Director and Partners within Grant Thornton
  • Project Management, including budgeting and reporting with Insurance Risk Management
Knowing you’re right for us Joining us as an Insurance Risk Manager, the minimum criteria you’ll need is a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, including a professional qualification, a qualified Actuary or Accountant. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.
  • Experience in a Business Advisory/Consultancy environment, within ideally life insurance risk management services
  • The ability to manage multiple client projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to both effectively work independently and, in a team/client setting.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and analytical skills including written and oral communication skills
Knowing we’re right for you Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential. Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. Beyond the job Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values – Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility. We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be. #LI-ME1