Pricing Manager - Halifax; Home Based; Reading in Brotton

We have an exciting opportunity to join us here at Cova Insurance as a Pricing Manager, within our Pricing Technical Modelling Team! This hybrid role offers flexibility, with only one or two days per month spent in our Halifax or Reading office. At Cova, balance matters. We know life is busy, so we're open to flexible hours, different working patterns, and arrangements that fit your circumstances. Many of our colleagues already work flexibly and we're always happy to explore what works best for you.

At Cova Insurance, we're all about protecting what matters most - whether it's your home, your car, or your business. With our award-winning customer service and a wide range of insurance products, we're here to make a real difference. In this role, you'll be working in a team where you will be focusing on the delivery of our key strategic objectives. Step into a role where your potential is valued and your growth is supported.

What does a day-to-day look like?

• Collaborate with the Senior Pricing Manager and senior stakeholders to implement modelling and rating changes that enhance loss ratio, risk selection, and business growth.
• Lead and develop a diverse team of pricing specialists within the Technical Pricing Department, ensuring capability progression, alignment with company values, and a culture of continuous improvement and agility.
• Strengthen pricing capabilities by establishing best practice methodologies, governance frameworks, and robust controls.
• Leverage internal and external datasets including broker specific data to enhance predictive pricing models and support profit and growth objectives.
• Represent Pricing as a subject matter expert in key forums, providing technical guidance and translating complex information for non-technical stakeholders.
• Maintain expertise in Pricing and Data Science tools (e.g., WTW Radar, SQL, Python, Databricks) while staying current with market and technological trends to drive innovation and optimise pricing infrastructure.

What will help you stand out?

• Demonstrates excellent numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Possesses expert understanding of predictive modelling and machine learning techniques relevant to technical rating for motor and home insurance products.
• Shows exceptional critical thinking ability, intellectual curiosity, and strong problem-solving capability.
• Communicates effectively and builds strong interpersonal relationships across teams and functions.
• Self-motivated leader with the ability to manage, develop, and support individuals and teams while remaining effective under pressure; collaborates confidently with senior stakeholders and adapts to evolving business needs in a competitive market.
• Holds a minimum 2:1 bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a numerical discipline, or equivalent experience; brings project management skills (advantageous) and a commitment to continuous learning in analytics, data science, AI, and emerging technologies.

Not sure if you tick every box? That's okay! At Cova, we understand that not every candidate will meet every requirement listed. If this opportunity excites you and you feel you could be a great fit, we warmly encourage you to apply. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone has the chance to thrive.

Why join us?

• Flexible working
• 36.25 hours a week with flexitime & hybrid options
• Annual pay review plus performance bonuses (up to 30% depending on level)
• Generous holidays 25-27 days +