Option for hybrid working - very flexible! The Company: Rostella is based in the heart of Cardiff and provides quality car insurance services to car insurance provider Hedgehog. This means we provide a range of functions including customer service, claims handling, underwriting, pricing and other car insurance related functions. We're a data-driven, agile company where everyone is expected to come up with ideas and help implement them to continually improve what we do and how we do it. Our aim is to create and maintain an industry-leading customer experience. Hedgehog has been providing car insurance since 2018, and we are now looking to accelerate our business with support from new partners. We are rapidly growing and looking analysts to join our Pricing and MI team to deliver Management Information and analytical services across the business. While the office is based in Cardiff, the position offers the flexibility of hybrid working. Your key responsibilities: Develop reports and reporting capability to enable colleagues to understand the performance of the business and meet regulatory obligations. Act as first point of contact for MI and manage the delivery of requests. Ensure all reporting is accurate, consistent and delivered in line with agreed timescales. Promote the use of consistent definitions across the business and make sure that any core differences are highlighted and understood. Work with developers and data engineers to ensure that the data warehouse remains fit for purpose Evaluate the potential impact of new data sources and manage the integration of these into the data warehouse. Assist staff across the company to use the data warehouse and maintain MI production manuals Peer review reports and analysis created within the team Provide support to the Pricing Manager on projects. Mentor junior members of staff Your skillset and experience: Demonstrated ability to analyse data to support decision-making. Able to identify, investigate and explain data trends. Previous experience using analytical software and tools (e.g. SQL, SAS, Snowflake, Looker). Strong coding skills required Excellent communicator, able to convey complex results to technical and non-technical staff. Creative approach to problem solving. Able to identify and understand stakeholder concerns and propose actions to address them. Able to use own initiative and progress work independently, delivering within agreed timescales Able to mentor more junior members of the team. 3+ years' relevant experience within a technical data environment. Good understanding of GDPR Preference will be given to candidates with an understanding of personal lines insurance reporting requirements. Qualifications: Educated to at least degree level (or equivalent) in a mathematical/computing/scientific subject What can we do for you? We believe we can offer you a great working environment as we're so passionate about our people. Here are just some of the benefits and perks that we offer £35,000-£55,000 salary Annual salary reviews 33 days annual leave (25 days + 8 bank holidays) A great central Cardiff working location with opportunities for hybrid working A constantly evolving approach to work. We understand the benefits of homeworking, and we also love working with our colleagues in the office Nest Pension scheme We supply equipment, so that our employees can work comfortably from home and in the office We encourage and support our staff in professional training and qualifications, allowing our employees to take control of their own careers Refer a friend scheme Group social events (optional)
Mar 17, 2024
Full time
Option for hybrid working - very flexible! The Company: Rostella is based in the heart of Cardiff and provides quality car insurance services to car insurance provider Hedgehog. This means we provide a range of functions including customer service, claims handling, underwriting, pricing and other car insurance related functions. We're a data-driven, agile company where everyone is expected to come up with ideas and help implement them to continually improve what we do and how we do it. Our aim is to create and maintain an industry-leading customer experience. Hedgehog has been providing car insurance since 2018, and we are now looking to accelerate our business with support from new partners. We are rapidly growing and looking analysts to join our Pricing and MI team to deliver Management Information and analytical services across the business. While the office is based in Cardiff, the position offers the flexibility of hybrid working. Your key responsibilities: Develop reports and reporting capability to enable colleagues to understand the performance of the business and meet regulatory obligations. Act as first point of contact for MI and manage the delivery of requests. Ensure all reporting is accurate, consistent and delivered in line with agreed timescales. Promote the use of consistent definitions across the business and make sure that any core differences are highlighted and understood. Work with developers and data engineers to ensure that the data warehouse remains fit for purpose Evaluate the potential impact of new data sources and manage the integration of these into the data warehouse. Assist staff across the company to use the data warehouse and maintain MI production manuals Peer review reports and analysis created within the team Provide support to the Pricing Manager on projects. Mentor junior members of staff Your skillset and experience: Demonstrated ability to analyse data to support decision-making. Able to identify, investigate and explain data trends. Previous experience using analytical software and tools (e.g. SQL, SAS, Snowflake, Looker). Strong coding skills required Excellent communicator, able to convey complex results to technical and non-technical staff. Creative approach to problem solving. Able to identify and understand stakeholder concerns and propose actions to address them. Able to use own initiative and progress work independently, delivering within agreed timescales Able to mentor more junior members of the team. 3+ years' relevant experience within a technical data environment. Good understanding of GDPR Preference will be given to candidates with an understanding of personal lines insurance reporting requirements. Qualifications: Educated to at least degree level (or equivalent) in a mathematical/computing/scientific subject What can we do for you? We believe we can offer you a great working environment as we're so passionate about our people. Here are just some of the benefits and perks that we offer £35,000-£55,000 salary Annual salary reviews 33 days annual leave (25 days + 8 bank holidays) A great central Cardiff working location with opportunities for hybrid working A constantly evolving approach to work. We understand the benefits of homeworking, and we also love working with our colleagues in the office Nest Pension scheme We supply equipment, so that our employees can work comfortably from home and in the office We encourage and support our staff in professional training and qualifications, allowing our employees to take control of their own careers Refer a friend scheme Group social events (optional)
Agile Project Manager - Insurance, Croydon, Permanent. £50k-£55k +Bonus +Excellent Benefits inc Flexible Working. UK Insurance Company operating within both Home and Motor insurance currently seeks an Agile Project Manager to play a key role in the delivery and enhancements of a web based digital insurance distribution platform which enables partner firms to sell personal lines insurance products to a global market. The successful candidate will manage the team and project within an Agile methodology, from a client (partner) facing position but in a purely hands-off capacity. The Agile Project Manager will gather requirements, define scope, plan and manage the execution of project deliverables. This will be done by coordinating closely between Agile digital delivery teams, product teams and business units (actuarial risk, underwriting, operations etc). Secondly, the Agile Project manager will allocate work within each specific workstream and work with the team to identify issues and ultimately select the best route to solve problems following recommendations from Senior Developers. You will act as the point of contact for the Product Owners, BAs, Technical Architects as well as the internal and, critically, external clients and play a role within the strategic architectural decision making process to ensure solutions design are deliverable within the parameters of the technologies employed. You will be heavily involved in sprint planning and all Agile/Scrum ceremonies and have a strong understanding of Product Ownership and roadmap management inc using JIRA for user stories and tickets. This is an excellent role for a progressive, dynamic division operating from within a UK insurance company where you will be working on a number of projects. Very stable environment, excellent opportunity for career development.
Oct 07, 2021
Full time
Agile Project Manager - Insurance, Croydon, Permanent. £50k-£55k +Bonus +Excellent Benefits inc Flexible Working. UK Insurance Company operating within both Home and Motor insurance currently seeks an Agile Project Manager to play a key role in the delivery and enhancements of a web based digital insurance distribution platform which enables partner firms to sell personal lines insurance products to a global market. The successful candidate will manage the team and project within an Agile methodology, from a client (partner) facing position but in a purely hands-off capacity. The Agile Project Manager will gather requirements, define scope, plan and manage the execution of project deliverables. This will be done by coordinating closely between Agile digital delivery teams, product teams and business units (actuarial risk, underwriting, operations etc). Secondly, the Agile Project manager will allocate work within each specific workstream and work with the team to identify issues and ultimately select the best route to solve problems following recommendations from Senior Developers. You will act as the point of contact for the Product Owners, BAs, Technical Architects as well as the internal and, critically, external clients and play a role within the strategic architectural decision making process to ensure solutions design are deliverable within the parameters of the technologies employed. You will be heavily involved in sprint planning and all Agile/Scrum ceremonies and have a strong understanding of Product Ownership and roadmap management inc using JIRA for user stories and tickets. This is an excellent role for a progressive, dynamic division operating from within a UK insurance company where you will be working on a number of projects. Very stable environment, excellent opportunity for career development.
Marcus Donald is currently looking for an Incident Response Director to join a top-notch, growing and ground-breaking Insurance company in London. Job description - Incident Response Director You will be part of a unique collaborative team of incident responders, business resumption engineers, and cybersecurity specialists whose sole responsibility it is to protect, recover, and mature the more than 50,000 Underwriting insurance policyholders. You will be joining a group of technical experts who tackle cyber threats day-in-day-out, at scale, for a myriad of clients ranging from small businesses with minimal in-house capabilities, right through to large complex corporations with a full stack. You will never be bored, you will always be learning, and you will have fun doing it. About the role - Incident Response Director This is role is integral in helping to build out the organisations Incident Response practice from the ground up. You will help shape the future strategic direction of Incident Response, ensuring the team is resourced appropriately and performing at the highest levels. You will be rolling up your sleeves, leading forensic investigations, coordinating business resumption activities, and supporting victims of BECs, Ransomware, and DDoS attacks to name a few. Key responsibilities & accountabilities - Incident Response Director Responsible for supporting the building out the company's Incident Response team from the ground up, helping recruit talent, and putting in place the required processes and technology to deliver incident response services. Working closely with relevant manager from across the wider organisations Underwriting business, to support the development of new broker and client relationships, acting as the go to cybersecurity expert' for emerging cyber threats and associated Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures. Conducting regular reviews of IR services to identify new opportunities and drive a compelling and competitive cybersecurity proposition for policyholders. Delivering key supporting projects to engender the long-term success of business offerings, whilst maintaining and improving its existing market leading position. Essential skills & Personal qualities - Incident Response Director At least 5 - 10 years' experience in incident response Practical experience in responding to cyber incidents and performing forensic investigations. A track record of building, and leading high-performing technical teams. Leadership gravitas to inspire and motivate others to achieve high performance Confident and charismatic, cultivating a strong learning and collaborative culture. First class communication skills; the ability to win commitment and garner buy-in'. Laser focus on customer service and product excellence. Strong planning and organisational skills. Resilient, mentally agile, and open minded. Employee benefits include 25 days holiday, private medical insurance (+ dental & optical cashback), employee assistance programme, pension plan, life insurance, income protection, subsidised gym membership, 4 paid volunteer days annually, season ticket loan, and a shiny laptop. If you are interested in this position, then do not hesitate to apply! Send your CV to my email at (see below) I am looking forward to you application.
Sep 13, 2021
Full time
Marcus Donald is currently looking for an Incident Response Director to join a top-notch, growing and ground-breaking Insurance company in London. Job description - Incident Response Director You will be part of a unique collaborative team of incident responders, business resumption engineers, and cybersecurity specialists whose sole responsibility it is to protect, recover, and mature the more than 50,000 Underwriting insurance policyholders. You will be joining a group of technical experts who tackle cyber threats day-in-day-out, at scale, for a myriad of clients ranging from small businesses with minimal in-house capabilities, right through to large complex corporations with a full stack. You will never be bored, you will always be learning, and you will have fun doing it. About the role - Incident Response Director This is role is integral in helping to build out the organisations Incident Response practice from the ground up. You will help shape the future strategic direction of Incident Response, ensuring the team is resourced appropriately and performing at the highest levels. You will be rolling up your sleeves, leading forensic investigations, coordinating business resumption activities, and supporting victims of BECs, Ransomware, and DDoS attacks to name a few. Key responsibilities & accountabilities - Incident Response Director Responsible for supporting the building out the company's Incident Response team from the ground up, helping recruit talent, and putting in place the required processes and technology to deliver incident response services. Working closely with relevant manager from across the wider organisations Underwriting business, to support the development of new broker and client relationships, acting as the go to cybersecurity expert' for emerging cyber threats and associated Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures. Conducting regular reviews of IR services to identify new opportunities and drive a compelling and competitive cybersecurity proposition for policyholders. Delivering key supporting projects to engender the long-term success of business offerings, whilst maintaining and improving its existing market leading position. Essential skills & Personal qualities - Incident Response Director At least 5 - 10 years' experience in incident response Practical experience in responding to cyber incidents and performing forensic investigations. A track record of building, and leading high-performing technical teams. Leadership gravitas to inspire and motivate others to achieve high performance Confident and charismatic, cultivating a strong learning and collaborative culture. First class communication skills; the ability to win commitment and garner buy-in'. Laser focus on customer service and product excellence. Strong planning and organisational skills. Resilient, mentally agile, and open minded. Employee benefits include 25 days holiday, private medical insurance (+ dental & optical cashback), employee assistance programme, pension plan, life insurance, income protection, subsidised gym membership, 4 paid volunteer days annually, season ticket loan, and a shiny laptop. If you are interested in this position, then do not hesitate to apply! Send your CV to my email at (see below) I am looking forward to you application.