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Portfolio Analyst job in London

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London Liberty Specialty Markets

Job Ref:  1234570853
Employer:  Liberty Specialty Markets
Sector:  Professional/Financial Services
Qualifications:  Unclassified
Job Type:  Full Time
Salary and Benefits:  Competitive
Remote:  No

Location

Country:  United Kingdom
City:  London
Post Code:  Not specified
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Description

Role Title: Portfolio Analyst

Department: Underwriting

Team: Portfolio Management

Location: London

Type: Permanent

About the Role:

Portfolio Analyst will work across the team to support the Portfolio Managers in aiding the underwriting team to ensure business objectives and initiatives are met. This will include:
• Support the coordination of underwriting activities for their respective division(s)
• Work closely with Portfolio Managers to implement change effectively for their respective division(s)
• To produce meaningful MI and analytics for the team
• Using data to produce innovative high-quality recommendations to improve underwriting portfolio analysis
• Supporting the implementation of strategies to achieve business plans for their respective underwriting teams
• Work with internal stakeholders, be the first line point of contact for queries and represent the portfolio manager when unavailable for their respective division(s)
• Support the Portfolio Managers with initiatives and strategic projects
• To provide support to Portfolio Managers in respect of all non-underwriting matters

About the Department & Team:

The Portfolio Management Team reports into the Chief Underwriting Officer and are responsible for supporting the implementation, execution and monitoring of business strategies related to underwriting performance. Portfolio Management is a cross functional discipline, requiring collaboration & communication across several key departments which form an integrated business unit. The London Portfolio Management team consists of 13 members and has separate representation within other regions. The team was established in 2019 and is now a core embedded function within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with revenue forecasting and reporting to key stakeholders including management and finance
• Assist the work of the Portfolio Manager by: performing analysis to support with portfolio remediation, optimization, growth and business planning activities; supporting the relevant division with governance, control and audit activity; contributing to the implementation of change programmes in line with strategic plans
• Assist with the delivery of Portfolio Management owned meetings including but not limited to; the Quarterly Business Reviews and Portfolio Trend and Pricing Reviews for their respective divisions
• Build and maintain working relationships with stakeholders within Portfolio Management, the underwriting divisions and associated control & support functions (Actuarial, Finance, MI, Governance, Risk, Audit & Compliance)
• Build and maintain an understanding of how the partnered business operates
• Coach and provide on-the-job support to junior colleagues
• Provide support for non-underwriting activities including but not limited to: data collation for regulatory returns/reviews; preparation for governance meetings; internal audit
• Ensuring the provision of accurate and timely data appropriate for the needs of the underwriters and Portfolio Managers including but not limited to; support in the delivery of the Business Plan; outwards reinsurance reports; and internal management reports
• Escalate issues where required and work with relevant parties to resolve. Proactive in keeping relevant parties informed of significant or challenging issues
• Maintain a working understanding of commercial and regulatory environment as well as internal trends and developments within the portfolio
• Liaise with all Portfolio Managers and Analysts to support execution of best practice across the team

Skills and Experience:
• Ability to analyse and interrogate data
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple initiatives
• Strong communication and organisation skills. Ability to effectively interact with internal business partners and foster a culture of effective working relationships
• Demonstrable experience of getting results through working collaboratively
• Ability to work independently to meet team goals, and to work as a member of a high performing team to accomplish goals
• Good knowledge of Microsoft office systems, especially excel

About Liberty Specialty Markets (LSM)

Liberty Specialty Markets is part of Liberty Mutual Insurance Group, a leading global insurer. We offer a breadth of world-class insurance and reinsurance services to brokers and insureds in all major markets.

Our people are key to our success. That is why "Put People First" is one of the five Liberty values which unite us as a global organisation. We bring this to life for our colleagues through:
• Offering a vibrant and inclusive environment and committing to their career development.
• Promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Our Inclusion Matters framework and employee-led networks strengthen the diversity of our workforce and our inclusive environment.
• Reinforcing that collaborating together to share our unique perspectives help us make better decisions, deliver innovative solutions and pursue our ambitious goals.
• A supportive culture, which includes promoting a healthy work-life balance and working flexibly.

For more information, please follow the links below:

https://www.libertyspecialtymarkets.com/gb-en/careers/working-for-us

https://www.libertyspecialtymarkets.com/gb-en/careers/diversity-inclusion-wellbeing/diversity-and-inclusion
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