Financial and Insurance Risk Manager – Halifax
Hybrid – a mix of home working and time in our Halifax office.
What you can expect in this role
- You’ll play a key role in shaping pricing, reserving and capital decisions by bringing thoughtful challenge, collaboration and a forward-looking view of risk.
- You’ll work closely with Pricing, Underwriting, Actuarial and Finance functions, as well as senior business leaders, helping to provide expert oversight, review and assurance.
- You’ll contribute to the development of insurance risk capability and knowledge across the Risk team, focusing on quality, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- You’ll have opportunities to learn, develop and grow within the role.
- You’ll be supported by experienced colleagues who want you to succeed.
What you might bring
- Experience working closely with actuarial, pricing, reserving and underwriting teams within a General Insurance setting, contributing to oversight, review and challenge of key business decisions.
- Skills in general insurance pricing, reserving and underwriting, with the ability to interpret technical outputs and translate them into clear risk insight, and a willingness to learn and ask questions.
- A collaborative and pragmatic approach, with the confidence to provide constructive challenge while working closely with Line 1 teams.
- An organised, thoughtful way of working.
- A commitment to delivering great outcomes for customers and colleagues.
Not sure you tick every box? That’s okay. We recognise that great candidates bring different experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you and you believe you could add value, we encourage you to apply – even if you don’t meet every requirement.
Flexibility That Works for You
- Hybrid working (Halifax Office)
- Flexible hours and working patterns
- A genuine approach to work-life balance
Why join Covéa?
- Flexibility that truly works for you – 36.25 hours per week, flexitime and hybrid options as standard. We’re open to finding a pattern that works.
- Reward that reflects your contribution – annual pay review plus performance related bonus.
- Time to switch off and recharge – 25–27 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell annual leave.
- Investing in your future – a generous pension with 7.5% employer contribution as standard, which can be matched up to 12% with your input.
- Grow with us – access to training, professional qualifications and apprenticeships to support your development throughout your career.
- A culture where you belong – employee led communities, inclusive networks and meaningful DEI action.
- Your well‑being matters – private medical cover, 24/7 Virtual GP, health checks and ongoing wellbeing initiatives.
- Support beyond work – mental and financial wellbeing support through our dedicated Wellbeing group.
- Everyday perks that add up – electric car scheme, gym discounts, Cycle to Work and retail savings via Perkpal.
- …and plenty more to support you inside and outside of work.
Salary and Working Hours
Salary: Depends on experience.
Working hours: 36.25 per week.
Disability Confident Employer
We’re committed to fair and accessible recruitment. If you need adjustments or support at any stage, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@coveainsurance.co.uk.
Pricing & Reserving Risk Manager – Halifax; Manchester; Home Based; London employer: Recruit4Mum
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