International Corporate Benefits Executive

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

Location: London, Hybrid.

Closing date for applications: 14th August 2026.

The opportunity: This role sits within our wider Zurich Corporate Life & Pensions business area, which brings together Zurich’s employee benefits capabilities globally, spanning a broad domestic offering, specialist cross-border solutions for internationally mobile employees, and our market-leading network coordinating global programmes for multinationals. Serving over 60,000 customers – from the largest multinationals to local organisations and SMEs – we combine local expertise with global capabilities to deliver tailored protection, savings and retirement solutions that empower employers and their people.

Our team operates across the UK, Isle of Man and key international hubs, with a focus on growth through strong financial performance, innovation, and expansion. Our offering covers international savings and protection products that can help employers maintain critical employee benefits for overseas and internationally mobile employees. We understand the problems employers face in providing consistent benefits and the need to build resilience for a globally diverse workforce.

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.

What will you be doing? As an International Corporate Benefits Executive, you will act as a trusted consultant and strategic partner to Employee Benefit Consultants (EBCs), corporate clients and strategic partners, helping them navigate the complexities of employee benefits and International Group Risk Solutions. You will be responsible for driving strategic relationships, developing new business enquiries whilst retaining and growing the existing portfolio.

Working across International Group Life and Group Income Protection along with additional value-added services you will use your market knowledge and commercial insight to understand clients' objectives, identify challenges, and develop tailored recommendations that support both their employees and wider business goals. You will engage in meaningful consultative discussions with Employee Benefit Consultants, specialist advisers, strategic partners and directly with employers, challenging where appropriate and providing expert insights and guidance to ensure the most suitable outcomes are achieved. The role involves developing long-term strategic international relationships, understanding customer needs, and creating value-based solutions engaging with people globally.

We are looking for strong sales and relationship skill and experience, collaboration and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across both external and internal networks. You will work closely with Commercial, underwriting, Group, Legal, Operations and other Zurich specialist teams to shape solutions, resolve complex issues and deliver an exceptional client experience.

You will be a trusted partner to organisations operating internationally, helping them create resilient, engaged and high-performing workforces. By combining international market knowledge, cultural awareness and strong relationship management skills, you will help clients overcome cross-border challenges and support their people strategies across diverse global markets.

Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing international team located in London and take responsibility for developing and managing strategic relationships across global markets. Working with advisers, brokers and multinational employers, you will play a key role in driving International Group Risk new business, growing and retaining a diverse portfolio, and delivering commercial success across multiple regions.

More than a traditional account management role, this position offers the opportunity to develop deep client and partner relationships, understand the challenges faced by multinational organisations, and identify opportunities that create long-term value for both clients and the business.

What are we looking for?

• Sales and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish credibility and influence decision-makers.
• Strong understanding of the International Corporate Benefits and Employee Benefits market.
• Technical knowledge of Group Life and Disability solutions.
• Proven ability to operate in a consultative capacity, understanding client needs and translating them into tailored solutions.
• Commercially minded with excellent sales and business development capabilities with personal drive to exceed targets.
• Skilled in negotiating and influencing outcomes with internal stakeholders, including Group, Legal and Operations teams, as well as external advisers and clients.
• Confident presenting recommendations and guiding clients through complex decisions.
• Customer-focused, with the ability to balance client outcomes with business objectives.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, brokers, partners and stakeholders across multiple countries.
• Skilled at influencing and engaging stakeholders at all levels, including senior decision-makers.
• Experience managing relationships and projects across different time zones and geographies.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.

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, alongside a range of other flexible benefits.

Who we are: At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. Together, we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet. With over 65,000 employees, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company that is 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 where your creativity, ideas and contributions are recognised and rewarded, Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our culture: At Zurich, our strength comes from the diverse experiences, perspectives and talents of our people. Our goal is to create a workplace where every employee can flourish and where everyone feels valued, heard and respected. Over a quarter of our employees are members of at least one of our inclusion communities (Employee Resource Groups), with groups focused on areas such as social mobility and cultural awareness. We’re proud to have received numerous industry awards recognising our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives.

We’ve created an environment that places 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 practical advice and access to a wide range of lifestyle support, alongside opportunities to learn, grow and develop the skills needed for the future.

We actively support our employees to give back to their communities through volunteering and charitable activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. Together, we’ve supported causes across the UK through grants and volunteering, contributing over £100 million in funding and volunteered time.

Your application: We’re committed to treating all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, sexual orientation, disability or any other protected characteristic. As an inclusive employer we also 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.

So, make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.