Trainee Risk Control Surveyor

Allianz Commercial is a global insurance company, serving across 70 different countries and a leader in the insurance of power technologies and renewable energy with a large and experienced dedicated underwriting and engineering team. We offer world class learning and career development opportunities, while we celebrate an inclusive culture.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Loss Control Engineer to join our team. This would suit applicants looking to move into a risk management role from e.g. a claims, broker, underwriting, engineering or other risk management disciplines.

• Undertake property and casualty risk control surveys, both remotely and on site.
• Develop additional technical disciplines as opportunities arise.
• Engage directly with customers to assess whether trade‑related hazards are adequately managed.
• Negotiate and agree appropriate risk improvements.
• Produce high‑quality reports within agreed service standards.
• Collaborate with other business areas to support wider operational needs.
• Handle technical referrals as required.
• Contribute to training activities and share best practice across the team.

Full training will be provided which incorporates a fully supported 2 year programme designed around your current knowledge and skill set, and includes NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety. This is a home based role, which includes travel across the Midlands, South England & South Wales, with occasional overnight stays.

Salary Information: Pay Circa salary £40,000 per year. Pay is based on relevant experience, skills for the role, and location. Salary is only one part of our total reward package.

To be successful in this role you will have a general understanding of insurance, gained from a current or previous role in risk control, risk management, brokering, underwriting, engineering or claims areas, along with:

• Sense of commercial judgement and business acumen.
• Organised with an attention to detail.
• Able to communicate effectively with underwriters, brokers and customers at all levels.
• Highly proactive approach to personal development, service delivery and ability to demonstrate positive behaviour.
• The ability to assess risk, the exposure it presents to the Company and the application of appropriate loss control measures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Display a common-sense approach to everyday situations.
• Be self‑motivated.
• Be able to work alone and also be part of a team.

Essential Skills: Insurance industry qualifications, such as CertCII, DipCII, ACII, FCII or progressing towards. Valid and current UK driving licence.

Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That’s on top of enjoying all the benefits you’d expect from the world’s number one insurance brand, including:

• Company car
• Hybrid working
• Annual performance related bonus
• Flexible buy/sell holiday options
• Contributory pension scheme
• Development days
• A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
• Retail discounts
• Volunteering days

Do you need flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it’s right for our customers, our business and for you, then we’ll do everything we can to make it happen. Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.

At Allianz, we believe in fostering an inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to equal opportunities, gender equity, and balanced gender representation is demonstrated by our numerous accreditations: EDGE certified for gender inclusion, Women in Finance Charter members, Disability Confident employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, Business in the Community’s Race at Work Charter signatories, and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer. We embrace neurodiversity and welcome applications from neurodivergent and disabled candidates, offering tailored adjustments to ensure your success. We encourage our employees to advocate for their needs, whether it’s assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, mentoring, coaching, or flexible work arrangements.

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we support candidates with disabilities or long‑term health conditions through the Offer an Interview Scheme, for those meeting the essential skills for the role. Contact our Resourcing team to opt into this scheme or for assistance with your application, including larger text, hard copies, or spoken applications. Email: Hr-recruitment@allianz.co.uk

For any inquiries or to submit your application, please contact: Dharmesh Pancholi. Closing date 22nd February 2026. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we reach enough applications.