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Senior Public Affairs Manager

4 months ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. Full time

Location: London

The opportunity:

A new opportunity has arisen to join the UK Public Affairs Team as Senior Public Affairs Manager. In this varied role, you will work closely with the Head of UK Public Affairs in managing Zurich's relationship with key external stakeholders.

You will provide strategic advice and guidance to senior internal stakeholders around how Zurich interacts with government departments, Parliament and trade bodies. You will be responsible for developing policy, responding to consultations and inquiries and advising the business on policy developments, and how they impact us, in Westminster, Whitehall and the devolved administrations. You will need to build and maintain internal and external relationships and represent Zurich externally on panels, events and committees.

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.

What will you be doing?

Supports the Head of Public Affairs in implementing strategic and tactical objectives as they relate to Zurich ́s public policy and political agenda. Assures delivery of integrated communications and policy campaigns developed and initiated by the Public Affairs, Media and wider business leadership. Helps develop the organisation's position and public affairs strategy and coordinates with internal & external stakeholders. Drives engagement with internal business units to develop public affairs plans that support commercial objectives Manages strategic relationships with regulators, government officials and trade associations to ensure a favourable public policy environment for the organisation. Gathers information and analyses key trends and topics and makes recommendations to inform senior leadership on the public policy environment of the organisation. Advises on matters involving public policy being monitored or addressed by Public Affairs to ensure the organisation is cutting edge in this area. Prepares draft papers and briefings on public policy issues to ensure regular reporting and positive external communication. Provides specialist advice to internal stakeholders on public policy and sustainability issues Identifies possible issues/opportunities in the public policy environment and assists in developing/scoping solutions for these. Manages relationships with industry bodies to derive best value from any memberships as well as representing Zurich on relevant committees or working groups. Represents Zurich on panels and at external events to share the company's views and gather insights. Assists in valuation/measurements of public policy engagements to ensure they are in line with the organisation's strategy. Develops planning and controlling of budget for area of responsibility in order to maximize business performance in line with set objectives. Model behaviours that demonstrate commitment to corporate values. Provide input into performance management discussions of team members. Coach and provide technical advice and counsel within and outside operating unit. Provide guidance and support for team members. Take action to manage own personal development and encourage others to do the same.

What are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years' experience in a public affairs role or similar either in-house, an agency, or government body You will have detailed knowledge of the UK's political system and public policy environment You will be adept at building relationships, working cross-functionally and across different policy areas You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to distil complex information for internal and external audiences, as well as being a confident and credible spokesperson when representing the business externally You will have some experience of the insurance or financial services sector You will be a self-starter, highly organised with a strong attention to detail, with an ability to manage multiple tasks and complexity confidently You will be educated to degree level or above with politics or social sciences as a subject Experience of working and influencing key internal and senior stakeholders across a large organisation/across multiple organisations is desirable

What happens next?

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. #li_hybrid

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