Portfolio Optimisation Analyst

This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.

Location: London or Whiteley

Closing date for applications: 26th January 2026

The opportunity:

Zurich is looking for a skilled analyst to join our fast‑paced insurance environment and help drive profitable growth in our SMEE trade portfolio. Our e‑Trade business is expanding rapidly—and we need a commercially minded analyst who can translate complex data into actionable pricing insights.

As a key member of the SMEE trade Portfolio Underwriting team, you’ll focus on using advanced analytical techniques to optimise our market pricing strategies. Your work will directly influence product performance, support strategic decision‑making, and deliver measurable impact across our portfolio.

We value diverse experience and a growth mindset. If you’re passionate about transforming data into insight and thrive in a collaborative setting, we’ll support you with the tools and opportunities to keep developing your skills.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part‑time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full‑time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, refine, and monitor market pricing models and impact assessment on the SMEE trade portfolio.
• Support other analysts within the team to develop their technical capabilities for market price optimisation.
• Deliver regular, actionable insights to Portfolio Managers, using deep data analysis to identify trends and drive profitable growth.
• Collaborate with Product teams and Technical Pricing to leverage tools such as Radar for impact assessment and evaluation.
• Champion a positive, diverse, and supportive team culture, collaborating effectively with underwriting, product, and data colleagues.

Your skills and experience:

• Portfolio underwriting and / or market pricing experience, preferably in SME.
• Advanced data manipulation and analytical skills, with proven ability to interpret complex datasets.
• Experience with Radar would be beneficial, as would SQL, but a strong desire to learn would be considered.
• Strong understanding of market pricing, profitability metrics, and product strategy.
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical findings into clear business insight.
• Proactive, collaborative approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

What will you get in return?

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non‑contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people, and our planet. With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long‑standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives, and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our culture:

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs, or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social, and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest‑established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

Benefits summary:

• 12% defined non‑contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income Protection.
• Life cover – four times your salary.
• Time away: 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• Option to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance.
• Option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks’ full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Your health:

• Access to private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.

We’re making a difference:

Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5 °C’ pledge. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.