Data Scientist- Senior Compliance Consultant, EMEA

The Zurich Technical Centre of Excellence EMEA (TCOE EMEA) has highly skilled professionals who are experts in their respective areas. Applying extensive knowledge and experience, they provide a wide range of services as part of EMEA and Zurich Insurance Europe AG (ZIE). The TCOE EMEA is a regional hub where knowledge is shared and skills are developed. It is a place which drives innovation, shares knowledge, and develops skills. Delivering specialised services as part of EMEA and ZIE, applying extensive expertise and a commitment to teamwork and excellence.

As a Data Scientist / Senior Compliance Consultant, EMEA, you will support the development, implementation, and review of compliance programs for the EMEA Regional Compliance Team.  The EMEA Regional Compliance team oversees a number of diverse Compliance teams (Life, Retail and Commercial) in terms of scale and complexity. This role will focus on automation, data analytics and AI to continue to future proof our ability to support the Region in conducting assurance utilizing the newest technologies and be data driven. We are looking for a data expert (with assurance experience) to join our team and support in carrying out our data management and oversight obligations in addition providing support to the Regional Compliance Officer. 

Your Role

As a Data Scientist, Senior Compliance Consultant within the EMEA region you responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to the further enhancement of the Regional Data Management Strategy (including assurance) ensuring further insight from data analytics, automations and AI solutions.  
• Drive further automations in our current processes. Collate reports/dashboards from multiple business units and evaluate data and reports (automate and standardize current process) 
• Coordinate with management, business leads, and Compliance teams in simplifying, embedding, and automating controls and testing where appropriate. Candidate should be willing to challenge current processes and practices with a view for improvement.  
• Support the regional team in the oversight and management of the Group Assurance Methodology and as appropriate, regional oversight of the ICIF framework for Compliance control activities. 
• Present on compliance related matters to stakeholders as required. 
• Assist in preparing reports that provide insights and trends 
• Co-ordination of cross-functional processes and projects and delivery of monthly and quarterly reports (MI and insights) 

Your Skills & Experience

As a Data Scientist, Senior Compliance Consultant your skills and qualifications will include:

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Law, Risk or Business degree in related field and 3-5 more years of experience in the Financial Services area 
• Strong Data Management and MI interpretation skills 
• Strong analytical skills combined with the ability to deliver effective management information and reporting.  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• IT skills such as data analytics using e.g., Excel, PowerBI or Python are required 
• Experience within automation 
• Strong English language skills 
• Experience of financial services and/or insurance is a plus but the willingness to learn a new industry is key. 
• Strong communication and negotiation skills 

Non-Technical Competencies: 

• Excellent organisational and planning skills 
• Very high standard of accuracy and attention to detail  
• Ability to think clearly and logically 
• Excellent time management of task delivery 
• Ability to work independently using own initiative and to work a part of a team 
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines 
• Ability to seek out and use all available sources of information to make informed decisions and to solve problems 
• Positive and flexible attitude to change 
• Structured and organized approach to problem solving 

Additional Information

Primary work location is IFSC based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter Jemma Doran is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who we are 

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.
 
At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!