Welcome to Gallagher Re!
At Gallagher Re, we thrive on turning complexity into clarity. Our mission is to empower clients worldwide to make confident, data-driven decisions in an ever-evolving risk landscape. Join a team that combines world-class analytics with deep reinsurance expertise to deliver strategic advisory services and transactional excellence. Here, your curiosity is welcomed, your growth is championed, and your contributions truly matter.
We are a community of decision-makers, future shapers, and trusted experts, all working together to create meaningful impact through innovative thinking and practical solutions. This is a place where you can explore new ideas, take ownership of your career, and collaborate with like-minded individuals who share your drive and inquisitiveness.
Job Overview
We’re on the lookout for a 1st Line Global Risk Manager to join our dynamic Gallagher Re team in either London or Ipswich !
In this pivotal role, you’ll help us manage risks, ensure compliance, and cultivate a robust risk culture throughout our organization. Collaborating closely with senior leaders and teams, you’ll identify, assess, and mitigate risks, ensuring we meet regulatory requirements and uphold our high standards.
Your Impact
As a Global Risk Manager, you will:
* Identify and assess risks across the business, ensuring alignment with our risk framework.
* Develop and implement strategies to reduce risks and enhance controls.
* Monitor and report on key risks, trends, and mitigation efforts to senior management.
* Collaborate with teams to foster a strong risk culture and provide training on risk management.
* Support investigations into risk events and ensure lessons are learned.
* Assist with risk management during mergers, acquisitions, and integrations.
* Design processes to identify and evaluate emerging risks and trends.
* Work with second-line risk and compliance teams to ensure consistency and alignment.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
* Has experience in risk management, compliance, or a related field within the reinsurance, insurance, or financial services industries.
* Is a great communicator, able to engage with individuals at all levels.
* Is proactive, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple priorities.
* Is passionate about fostering a culture of risk awareness and continuous improvement.
* Thrives in a fast-paced, global environment.
Compensation and Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary and exciting career opportunities, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits:
Core Benefits Include:
* Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days.
* Defined contribution pension scheme with Gallagher contributions.
* Life insurance covering 4x your basic annual salary, with options to increase to 10x.
* Income protection covering up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up.
* Health cash plan or private medical insurance.
Additional Benefits Include:
* Three fully paid volunteering days per year.
* Employee Stock Purchase plan offering company shares at a discount.
* Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax-effective stock purchase plan.
* Critical illness cover.
* Discounted gym membership with access to over 3,000 gyms nationwide.
* Season ticket loan.
* Access to a discounted voucher portal for savings on shopping and big purchases.
* Emergency back-up family care.
* And many more!
Our Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity
Inclusion and diversity (I&D) are at the heart of our business. For over 95 years, Gallagher has been committed to sustainability and supporting the communities where we live and work. We embrace our employees’ diverse identities, experiences, and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities.
Gallagher is proud to be Disability Confident Committed, ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. We understand that some applicants may face challenges during the recruitment process, and we are here to help. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know.
As an accredited Living Wage employer, we are dedicated to diversity and equal opportunity for all, opposing any form of discrimination. We believe that everyone deserves equal employment opportunities and will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.