Head of Extreme Weather and Climate, ZRS

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Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS) is currently seeking a Head of Extreme Weather and Climate for the US ZRS team. ZRS provides risk consulting services that help companies build resilience and adapt in a dynamic risk landscape. Our focus is on delivering innovative risk management and resilience solutions to our clients, with the mission to help businesses understand, mitigate, and manage risks, ensuring their long-term ambition and success.

As the Head of Extreme Weather and Climate for Zurich Resilience Solutions, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of our US strategy, go-to-market initiatives, business development, and new solutions to scale our climate resilience and adaptation business across various industries. You will work closely with our clients, internal teams in the US and internationally, and external stakeholders to provide expertise, drive innovation, and ensure that our climate-related initiatives are aligned with our overall business objectives. This role has Profit & Loss (P&L) accountability.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in extreme weather and climate resilience, strong leadership and business development skills, the ability to work collaboratively with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders, and experience in driving innovation and aligning initiatives with business objectives. P&L management experience is also essential. If you are passionate about helping businesses build resilience and adapt to climate-related risks, we encourage you to apply for this exciting leadership opportunity with Zurich Resilience Solutions.

The position reports to the Head of Zurich Resilience Solutions, with preferred locations being the Chicago area or New York. However, we are open to considering other Zurich office locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead implementation of the extreme weather and climate resilience strategy for Zurich Resilience Solutions.

• Collaborate with clients to assess extreme weather and climate risks and opportunities, and develop tailored resilience plans.

• Provide expert guidance on extreme weather and climate risk management, including physical, transition, and liability risks.

• Work with internal teams to integrate extreme weather and climate considerations into existing risk management frameworks and solutions.

• Build the Zurich Resilience Solutions brand in the marketplace and at industry events, conferences, and in the media, showcasing our thought leadership in climate resilience.

• Stay abreast of the latest developments in climate science, policy, and regulation, and ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge and compliant.

• Lead and mentor a team of extreme weather and climate specialists, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 10 or more years of experience in Engineering areas of practice AND

• Extensive experience in extreme weather and climate risk management, resilience planning, or related discipline.

• Strong commercial network and business development experience

• People management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven track record of developing, bringing to market and implementing extreme weather and climate resilience strategies for businesses.

• Strong engineering background

• Solid understanding of extreme weather and climate science and its practical application, policy, and regulations.

• Extensive knowledge of practical engineering and organizational protection measures for natural hazards, with experience in catastrophe modelling tools and outputs.

• Some knowledge of risk transfer mechanisms, especially underwriting Nat Cat requirements, processes, guidelines, and tools.

• Experience in consulting services, or a commercial mindset with an ability to identify opportunities for providing services and a strong customer service orientation.

• Ability to lead and inspire a team.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Master’s degree in an engineering or natural sciences discipline (preferably civil engineering).

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/benefits) . Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply, as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The salary indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $146,500.00 - $239,800.00 with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 25%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time ( https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq ).

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at 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 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we 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 colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers) to learn more.

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 does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet

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Location(s): AM - Chicago, AM - Schaumburg, AM - New York

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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