This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team within the University’s Finance Division. The role sits within the University’s Insurance Office, responsible for the provision of technical insurance and risk management services to the University and Oxford Mutual Ltd. (OML), the University’s insurance subsidiary. The Insurance Office deals with the entire insurance portfolio for the University from property risk to liability and travel, and the work of the team is varied and interesting. This role will predominantly focus on insurance matters related to property and construction risk, including the provision of risk engineering and underwriting services, providing support to the Senior Insurance Officer in all risk and insurance matters relating to the University’s large and complex Estate.

The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.

The Finance Division supports the academic, research and administrative community at the University providing sound financial advice and timely information with a range of support services including financial operations, financial reporting, financial support and professional services.

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs 
• A welcoming and diverse community

About the Role

This role will form a crucial part of the Insurance Office covering property underwriting administration, placing of property construction insurance programmes, risk engineering, risk management and project management. The role will help maintain appropriate insurance coverage, assess and mitigate risks, influence building design, enhance risk management practices, and provide expert guidance to staff. The project management aspect of the role will enhance the University’s risk processing and management. By fostering a proactive approach to risk management and promoting property protection measures, the role will contribute to the overall effectiveness of insurance and risk management within OML and the University of Oxford.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

You will be based in Hythe Bridge Street and will be required to visit various sites across the University on a regular basis but you may be able to agree a pattern of regular remote working with your line manager.

About You

The position within the Insurance Office requires the following skills and experience :

First and foremost, strong knowledge and understanding of insurance practices and risk management principles are essential. The individual should possess a comprehensive understanding of insurance, underwriting processes, and risk engineering and risk assessment processes, and familiarity with legal requirements related to insurance coverage and compliance.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital for this role. The individual will be required to liaise with various stakeholders, and effective communication is essential for gathering and exchanging information, providing advice and guidance, and promoting risk management concepts within the University and to external business partners.

The individual should be a team player capable of working collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders, ensuring effective project execution and timely delivery of objectives.

Overall, the successful candidate for this role within the Insurance Office should possess a strong knowledge of insurance and risk management practices, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, analytical and problem-solving abilities, and experience in project management. These skills and experience will enable them to effectively fulfill their responsibilities and contribute to the overall success of insurance and risk management within the University of Oxford.

Application Process

You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The closing date for applications is 26 July 2023

Interviews will take place during week commencing 7th August 2023 and will be in person

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