VP, Planning and Performance Management

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　　The Opportunity

　　Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.

　　If you have leadership experience in financial planning and analytics and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

　　Zurich Canada is currently looking for a VP, Planning and Performance Management to lead the financial planning and performance management activities across multiple business and functional units for the organization.

　　Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, Zurich Canada, and working closely with the business unit leadership, you will lead and direct a high-performing team of financial analysts.

　　This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

　　This is a hybrid work opportunity.

　　What you will do

　　• Direct and develop financial analysis, and business insights to key stakeholders to drive effective decision making and contribute to maximizing the performance of the business unit.

　　• Lead the delivery of robust and challenging annual financial plans and expense budgets for the business unit in order to drive continual performance improvements.

　　• Work with senior management on daily basis to develop and expand business opportunities and long-term strategic relationships.

　　• Direct preparation and/or analysis of all business unit financial results

　　• Work cross-functionally and partner with key internal and external stakeholders to develop an in-depth understanding of business drivers which enable robust challenge across the different lines of business and support business optimization.

　　• Lead operating, strategic, and profitability reviews from the finance perspective on behalf of the business unit.

　　• Lead expense management for the country, working with the Chief Financial Officer and Executive team to generate and deliver both operational and strategic initiatives to ensure short- and long-term achievement of key expense targets.

　　• Direct the financial policy with the business unit and in support of Zurich's control environment.

　　• Manage team of analyst level direct reports, setting direction, assessing and managing performance, as well as providing oversight and coaching to support continuous learning and development.

　　What you bring to the table

　　Bachelors Degree and 10 or more years of experience in the Financial Planning and Analysis or Reporting area

　　AND

　　Experience providing strategic financial insight and consultation to business leadership

　　People management experience

　　Preferred

　　• Insurance industry experience

　　• CPA, CPCU, CFA, CTP or MBA

　　• Strong analytical skills, and strong Microsoft Office experience

　　• Strong verbal and written communication skills

　　Our Culture

　　• At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.

　　• We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.

　　• We care about our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.

　　• We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that.

　　• We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion.

　　• We are committed to continuous improvement, and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

　　• We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources.

　　• We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award.

　　Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.

　　About Us

　　Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi-line insurer with approximately 60,000 employees worldwide serving customers in global and local markets. Zurich Canada has been a leading insurance provider serving mid-sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market for 100 years. With close to 600 employees in offices across the country, Zurich offers the global strength of a top insurance provider combined with in-depth knowledge of industries and local markets. Zurich Canada aspires to be risk management professionals’ first choice as their premier partner to help meet the risk challenges of today and tomorrow. Read more at www.zurichcanada.com.

　　A future with Zurich

　　Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. Today, we serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology and insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities and foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our people, our customers and the communities we serve.

　　As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free environment resulting in an accessible organization for employees, customers, and other parties who interact with, or on behalf of, Zurich. We strive to achieve a workplace free of discrimination of all forms, including discrimination on the basis of physical or mental disability, or medical condition. If you are interested in a job opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation, so we can work with you to provide a more accessible process.

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