Risk Management Specialist

4 months ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Suncorp Group Full time

We’re never just satisfied with how things are - because we know how things could be. And it’s our expert Technology team who forge ahead every day to make those ‘what ifs’ a reality.

Welcome to a place where you can chase real progress and drive real change. And that includes your own career. Being a part of Suncorp Group means being switched on, endlessly curious and always adaptable. This is a fantastic time to be joining Suncorp as the industry goes through significant change. As a result, we have many innovative projects currently underway and future initiatives that will determine the direction of our insurance business.

Our Risk Management Surveyors are based throughout New Zealand and they form a vital part of the underwriting and sales teams. This role offers the successful applicant the opportunity to be part of and learn from our experienced and well-respected Customer Risk Solutions team with a wealth of knowledge gained from diverse industry and technical backgrounds. As your work will involve visiting our customers and may include some regional travel a tool of trade vehicle would be available to you.

As a Risk Management Specialist, you will:

- Undertake commercial property, corporate and liability risk surveys
- Interact daily with underwriters to ensure that the level of risk is correctly understood
- Liaise with Insurance Brokers and the insured to arrange surveys and discuss improvements
- Complete detailed and accurate reports which correctly communicate and document the risk
- Develop common sense risk management solutions, communicate and motivate the need for these improvements
- Develop risk surveying and risk mitigation initiatives
- Provide support to other team members when necessary
- Work with the risk survey team and others to maintain technical knowledge and standards within the business
- Keep up to date with technical aspects affecting risks, e.g. trade processes, legislation, hazardous materials etc.
- Develop the business and maintain the professional reputation of the company with brokers and clients
- Meet expectations in relation to health and safety at work

**To be considered for this opportunity you will**:

- have an excellent track-record within your existing field
- possess previous risk surveying experience within the insurance industry or have a strong grounding in a related and complimentary field
- be a self-motivated and self-starting person who is confident, diplomatic and organised as you will be required to manage and prioritise both your time and workload to maximise productivity
- work well both independently with mínimal supervision and as part of a geographically remote but closely-knit team
- relate positively to a diverse range of people with the ability to quickly build a good rapport with those you meet
- be a good communicator enabling you to convey technical information in written and spoken form in a simple and understandable manner to both internal and external stakeholders
- have a pragmatic approach to risk management, capable of developing common sense solutions and ability to motivate the need for these to clients, brokers and underwriters
- be comfortable in the use of modern information communication technologies and software packages
- have high level health and safety awareness in a commercial/industrial context
- possess a valid NZ driver’s license for a light motor vehicle

**What we can offer you**:

- Free life, salary continuance and trauma insurance cover
- Discounts on Asteron Life and Vero insurance
- Flexible leave of up to four days per year in addition to annual leave
- Positive, inclusive team environment where we welcome individuality and celebrate diversity
- Flexible work arrangements embracing a healthy work/life balance
- $250 annually for gym membership or hobbies
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities

**About Suncorp NZ**

We’re proud to be a part of the Suncorp Group family alongside some of Australia and New Zealand’s most trusted names in insurance - working together to bring about faster, simpler and better outcomes for our customers and corporate partners. Our commitment to strong, supportive partnerships extends to our people as well, and the opportunities and support we provide to help you thrive in your career with us. And with a shared customer-obsession and the digital capabilities to make a genuine difference, you’ll see the meaningful impact you can make for our customers and communities, while watching your own career shine too.

**Advertised**: 11 Sep 2024 New Zealand Standard Time
**Applications close**: 25 Sep 2024 New Zealand Standard Time



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