Head of Pensions - Blackrock - Zurich Australian Insurance Ltd.
3 days ago
Insurance
Description
Zurich Insurance Company is currently hiring for Head of Pension and Benefits (Ireland). Working in the Human Resources department, the key purpose of this role is to oversee and manage our pension and benefits arrangements for the staff employed by all Zurich companies in Ireland.
This includes acting as pension manager and scheme secretary of the Zurich Ireland defined benefit pension scheme (fund value c.€700m) (the "Scheme") which is administered in-house. This role will report to the Head of Human Resources and will be based in our Blackrock office. The position sits on the HR Leadership Team.
This is a hybrid role. The role may be available part-time or full-time. We want the best people for our roles, and we recognize that sometimes those people aren't available full-time.
Your Role
The duties of the successful candidate will include but not necessarily be limited to the following:
* Responsible for the pension and benefit arrangements for all staff in Zurich Ireland working for Zurich Insurance Company, Zurich Life Assurance plc and Zurich Insurance Europe AG.
* Responsible for the day-to-day management and governance of the Scheme, including supporting the Trustee, the Key Function Holders and the management of the pensions administration team; providing support to the companies on the valuation and impact of the Scheme under accounting and solvency measures.
* Liaising between the Trustee and the companies to ensure alignment and understanding between all stakeholders on the funding and investment strategy of the Scheme.
* Collaborate with other areas of HR and business stakeholders to drive benefit innovations ensuring alignment with talent and remuneration strategy.
* Promote a team environment inspiring collaboration and personal development. Lead the team to deliver high-quality service and timely outputs across multiple stakeholder touchpoints.
* Communicate and guide on overall pension provision and other benefits to employees and management.
* Provide technical support for complex pension enquiries and effective dispute resolution.
* Ensure compliance with regulation and governance in line with relevant frameworks including Pensions Authority regulations and guidance.
* Drive continuous improvement - identifying and implementing process initiatives to streamline activities, remove duplication and bring synergies and efficiencies.
Your Skills and Experience
As Head of Pensions and Benefits your skills and qualifications will include:
* The candidate should hold an honours primary degree and/or relevant professional qualification (for example, an actuary, a fellow of the IIPM, a legal or accountancy qualification).
* Knowledge of Defined Benefit (DB) Pension Schemes and the related regulatory, legislative and governance environments, with at least five years relevant experience.
* Strong Pensions Technical, investments and administration knowledge.
* Flexible team player with the ability to work collaboratively and to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Demonstrates initiative and able to work independently.
* Strong analytical skills and decision-making ability.
* Excellent organizational and planning skills.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
* High level of numeracy and computer literacy.
* Previous experience as a Pension Scheme Secretary/Manager is an advantage.
* Previous experience in payroll and/or reward is an advantage.
* A pension trustee qualification would be an advantage.
Additional Information
Primary work location is Blackrock based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations. If you meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application.
Closing date for applications is the 6th December. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may take place before the closing date.
Salary: €80,000 - €120,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
Zurich Insurance Company Limited (Ireland Branch) - County Dublin
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