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Financial Valuation Analyst - Graduate (Hybrid, m/f/x/d)

Employer
Swiss Re
Location
Zurich, Switzerland
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Oct 7, 2024
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Job Function
Other
Industry Sector
Finance - General
Employment Type
Full Time
Education
Bachelors
Are you eager to kick-start your career at the heart of Swiss Re's finance department? Do you thrive in an intellectually stimulating, interdisciplinary, and international environment? Are you passionate about tackling a diverse range of challenging topics in finance? If so, this position is perfect for you!

Join our team and contribute to the heart of our finance operations, where your skills and passion will be valued and nurtured.

We are looking for graduates with strong interpersonal skills, who are eager to learn, broaden their knowledge and expertise and want to make a difference. You have a Bachelor, Master, or PhD degree with less than 3 years of professional experience - we invite you to apply to our Graduate Programme which officially starts on 1 September 2025.

The programme offers you the chance to join the dynamic, fast-moving world of a leading risk knowledge organisation. Over an 18-month period, you will receive on- and off-the-job training, including a job rotation that gives you the opportunity to work across different lines of business and departments.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Graduate Finance Valuation Analyst to join our Centre of Excellence (CoE) Valuations team within Group Finance Operations & Transformation. The CoE Valuations team is the knowledge powerhouse within the finance operations team for any questions around financial reporting (IFRS, Swiss Solvency Test - SST, Solvency II) for P&C, L&H, as well as investments. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of the IFRS framework, which is the basis for steering the company, including planning, pricing, reserving, and asset liability management (ALM).

Key responsibilities:

  • Supporting the GFO&T Center of Excellence (CoE) Valuations team in its role as the primary contact point for internal stakeholders on IFRS and SST financial reporting matters, providing expert guidance and support.
  • Reviewing and ensuring accurate implementation of the IFRS and SST standards in our financial systems.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams and contributing to global projects, enhancing the effectiveness of our financial operations.
  • Supporting the IFRS and SST accounting production teams during peak times and assisting the accounting production of large and complex transactions.

About the Team

Global Finance Operations & Transformation (GFO&T) is the unit responsible for the accounting and reporting of accurate and consistent financial information for Swiss Re for external reporting and internal analysis facilitating strategic decision-making. This includes IFRS for Group as well as statutory financial information for all Swiss Re legal entities, including SST and Solvency II. GFO&T spearheads the transformation of Global Finance, streamlining it towards a simpler, more effective forward-looking organisation.

About You

You possess strong analytical skills with a keen interest in financial or actuarial concepts. You demonstrate strong personal accountability and are passionate about the (re)insurance business, economics, and financial markets. Your ability to see both the details and the bigger picture sets you apart.

Essentials:

  • University degree in Economics, Finance, Actuarial Science or a related field.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration.
  • A curious, flexible approach to problem-solving.
  • A proactive team player who contributes positively to team dynamics.
  • Self-assured and articulate, with the confidence to communicate effectively in both one-on-one and group settings.
  • Excellent command of English (spoken and written).

Please note that the application process will be open until beginning of November. The active selection and interview process will start afterwards, and you may not hear from us in the meantime. This does not mean you application is ignored. Please keep this in mind in case you do not hear from us within upcoming weeks. We will keep you informed of any updates or changes to the schedule. Thank you for your understanding. #LI-Hybrid

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

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