**Please note this role is open to applicants based in our London office**

SThree are pleased to announce we're recruiting for a talented Insurance & Risk Assistant to join our Information Technology team on a permanent basis.

This role will work alongside the Director of Risk, Insurance and Health and Safety to maintain an effective and fit for purpose Insurance Programme for the Group. This role will require a process driven approach to ensure the best insurance coverage options for the Group, ensuring the insurance programme is aligned with ever changing business needs and compliance with relevant regulations is always maintained. The role will also provide support with Risk Management related activities to increase overall risk awareness and enhance the risk culture at SThree.

About us

SThree is the global STEM-specialist talent partner that connects sought-after specialists in life sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics with innovative organisations across the world. We are the number one destination for talent in the best STEM markets: Recruiting highly skilled professionals and discovering life-changing jobs for the unsung heroes who will positively shape our future. Elevating expertise and energising progress for everyone.

What are the day-to-day tasks?

• Manage the maintenance, performance, governance, administration and delivery of the insurance provision for the organisation.
• Identify areas for improvement/simplification with the existing insurance renewal and audit processes and implement effective change.
• Provide professional, efficient insurance advice across the organisation.
• Collaborate with various departments to embed an understanding of insurance responsibilities within decision making.
• Support with the embedding of the Group Risk Framework through ongoing education and training
• Regular review and monitoring of risk registers and Key Risk Indicators
• Assist with the creation of a Group Control Library to bring awareness of the control environment to senior management
• Continuously evaluate and improve the organisation's insurance programmes to align with changing business needs and industry standards.

What skills and knowledge are we looking for?

• Knowledge and understanding of types of Insurance, with experience of insurance renewals
• Basic understanding of Risk Management
• Self-starter, pro-active and hardworking individual with a keen eye for detail
• Keen interest in process improvement
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, comfortable in dealing with stakeholders from all levels of an organisation.
• High level of attention to detail and ability to breakdown complex information into simple explanations
• Ability to work under pressure and handle conflicting priorities while balancing workload
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and team working skills are essential
• Identifying when to escalate issues for resolution / action
• Continuous improvement mind set and driving process excellence
• Be a good corporate citizen and help to foster a positive working culture through engagement with employee initiatives, building strong relationships with colleagues

Benefits for our U.K. teams include:

• The choice to work flexibly from home and the office, in line with our hybrid working principles
• Bonus linked to company and personal performance
• Generous 28 days holiday allowance, plus public holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Five days paid Caregiver/Dependant leave per annum
• Five paid days off per year for volunteering
• Private health care, discounted dental insurance and health care cash back scheme
• Opportunity to participate in the company share scheme
• Access to a range of retail discounts and saving

What we stand for...

We're committed to ensuring for our colleagues, candidates and communities, that all processes are equitable, and everyone is treated with fairness and dignity where everyone belongs, is valued and is connected. If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments in submitting your application, please let us know, and we'll be happy to help.

What we stand for..

We create community and deliver change that transforms the future for everyone. With this in mind, we're committed to ensuring for our colleagues, candidates and communities, that all processes are equitable and everyone is treated with fairness and dignity where everyone belongs, is valued and is connected.

If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments in submitting your application, please let us know, and we'll be happy to help.