Join Our Team at Zurich Insurance
Become a pivotal member of our Group Talent team at Zurich Insurance, where you'll collaborate closely with business and HR leaders to craft and implement executive talent acquisition strategies. Your mission is to attract and secure top-tier leaders who will drive our ambitious business objectives.
Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high-performing environment? Are you a strategic, results-oriented talent expert with extensive experience in executive recruitment within the insurance industry? If you have a passion for identifying and engaging top executive leaders, we want to hear from you!
Your Impact
In this role, you’ll ensure we have the right executives to support business transformation and maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) and business leaders to align executive talent acquisition with strategic goals and workforce planning needs.
- Partner with Talent Management and Development teams to identify internal and succession talent for executive roles, ensuring a robust leadership pipeline.
- Lead executive recruitment efforts for the Corporate Center Group Leadership Team, strengthening relationships with top executive search partners globally.
- Enhance Zurich’s reputation as an employer of choice by developing targeted strategies to attract executives and delivering a seamless, high-quality candidate experience.
- Conduct ongoing market research and talent mapping to provide data-driven insights and inform search strategies and decisions.
- Implement proactive talent engagement strategies to build strong pipelines of executives using market intelligence and industry networks.
- Ensure a best-in-class executive hiring process by integrating structured assessments, competency-based interviews, and close collaboration with senior stakeholders.
- Act as a strategic advisor to senior HR and business leaders, providing insights on executive talent trends and best practices.
What You Bring
- 15+ years of experience in recruiting executive talent within the insurance industry or related sectors, whether in-house or in an executive search firm. A strong industry talent network is a plus.
- Demonstrated expertise in sourcing and negotiation, with a track record of building strong relationships and creating effective referral networks.
- Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing tools, along with experience in psychometric assessments. Current certifications in selection-based assessments are advantageous.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English, capable of presenting to senior leadership audiences.
- A high drive and ambition to create impact, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
- A self-starter who challenges the status quo sensitively and constructively while presenting solutions.
Location
This position is based at Zurich’s headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland.
Additional Information
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
At our Quai Zurich Campus, our culture and people set us apart. We thrive on face-to-face interactions that drive collaboration and nurture our unique culture. Enjoy a blend of flexibility and career growth with the option to work up to two days remotely per week within Switzerland. We encourage you to discuss your flexibility needs during your interview.
Important Note for Recruitment Agencies
Zurich does not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We decline responsibility for unsolicited applications and any associated fees.