Zurich, ZH, CH
Corporate Development Analyst
About iptiQ EMEA P&C
iptiQ EMEA Property & Casualty is a newly built unit within Swiss Re Life Capital, established to deliver digital-native and creative solutions for Property & Casualty (P&C) clients and partners across Europe that engage with consumers in non-traditional ways.
About the role
As the Corporate Development Analyst, you will have a unique and exciting opportunity to join us: a diverse and motivated team, committed to delivering value and innovative services together with our clients and partners in the primary insurance space. You will be an integral member of the Corporate Development Team, which has overall responsibility to drive strategic growth initiatives, including M&A, and manage the activities of the CEO office.
Responsibilities
You will support the Head of Corporate Development in strategic, M&A and administrative duties related to iptiQ EMEA P&C. You will be responsible for developing strategic projects, conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis related to strategic decisions and supporting M&A activities, including identifying themes and targets, conducting due diligence, and preparing related presentation materials. In addition, you will drive the operations of the CEO Office by supporting the CEO with ET Meetings (agenda, deliverables, minutes, etc.) and the non-financial reporting to the Life Capital Executive Committee and others.
Your responsibilities include:
• Conduct strategic, qualitative and quantitative analysis related to various growth initiatives
• Support potential M&A activity by identifying targets, conducting analyses and supporting due diligence
• Prepare group non-financial reporting and presentations
• Assist the CEO in important administrative activities
• Coordinate the activities of the iptiQ EMEA P&C management team(s)
• Support the PMO, where necessary
About the team
We put the consumers' needs at the centre of what we do, aim to become a digital champion and believe in data based learning. We use the Swiss Re network to access state of the art technologies and capabilities, combine it with local expertise and an innovative mind-set, constantly questioning current ways of offering insurance. Our aim is to drive the digitalisation of the P&C insurance business in Europe, combining insurance know-how and e-commerce competencies, as well as the dynamic spirit of a start-up with the backing of Swiss Re.
Do you enjoy thinking ahead and identifying new opportunities or anticipate future challenges? Do you like driving complex, cross-functional projects in an agile way? Do you enjoy pushing borders and have a passion for the latest technologies?
About you
• At least 2 years of experience, ideally in strategy, finance or M&A
• A generalist with quick learning capabilities and an ability to "connect the dots" across functions and topic areas
• Strategic and analytical thinker able to quickly evaluate ideas both qualitatively and quantitatively and translate into action plans
• Strong interest in primary insurance with know-how across the value chain and a willingness to challenge existing market norms
• Ability to adapt, adjust and multi-task in a dynamic environment
• Organized and detailed-oriented in delivery, while keeping the big picture in mind
• Clear and effective communication with senior business leaders and project teams
• Very strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Fluent in English; and at least one other European language (French, Italian, Spanish a strong plus)
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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