Insurance & Risk Lead
If you have extensive experience of managing large insurance programmes backed up by an insurance or risk management qualification, we have a great opportunity for you.
We are looking for an exceptional individual who is passionate about providing excellent service to join our well respected Corporate Audit and Risk Management team as our Insurance and Risk Lead (internally referred to as Team Leader). Is this the ideal role for you?
About the team
Lincolnshire County Council is seeking to recruit an experienced and passionate leader to work with and further develop the Insurance and Risk Team which are part of the Corporate Audit and Risk Management Service which is part of the Resources Directorate at Lincolnshire County Council. It is a small, enthusiastic, and ambitious team which is well respected across the organisation, externally recognised and award winning .
The team provides support to all our Directorates, locally managed schools and Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Service so the activity is very varied.
You will directly line manage the Principal Insurance Officer and one of the Insurance and Risk Officers with joint oversight of 2 business support colleagues.
About the Role
The role is focused on the insurance side of the team and will be responsible for all underwriting, both internal and external including tendering and renewal of the whole insurance programme in line with the insurance strategy.
Claims management is a vital aspect and this role will support the team, oversee, and authorise the in-house legal team who provide claims handling under a service level agreement as well as liaising with insurers and external legal representatives to ensure excellent claims management. As the organisation operates an insurance fund some experience in financial management is required.
It will require a leader who is robust in managing performance both internally and with external providers. Report writing and dissemination of insurance data is a key element.
This role is predominately delivered remotely, although the team currently have an agreed office day and there would be the requirement to attend our Lincoln office on the team day, as well as at other times as required for business need.
About You
Some of essential attributes we are looking for include, but are not restricted to -
- an insurance or risk management qualification
- extensive experience of managing large insurance programmes
- a real passion and determination to deliver excellent support services.
- leadership skills to further develop the claims handling function of the team
- a self- starter who can take the initiative and look to continuously improve themselves and the team.
- being professionally curious.
- excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- data analytics to support the organisation to manage risk
Further candidate essential and desirable criteria can be found on the Job Description.
What we can offer
We will help you learn new skills, encourage your development and work with you to reach your potential, all within a friendly and welcoming environment where no two days are ever the same and we all want to succeed together.
We are offering a competitive salary of £49,498 - £56,769, along with a pension, a comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes, cycle to work, civil service sports council membership and many areas for professional support and development.
Next steps
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact; Claire Goodenough at
claire.goodenough@lincolnshire.gov.uk
If this sounds like the role for you, then please read through the full Job Description, to ensure that your skills and experience meet the required criteria and to help you do the best application possible, before clicking apply!
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Applications Close at midnight on Thursday 9th May. Interviews will take place on 22nd May 2024.
Previous applicants need not apply.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.