We’re First Central Insurance & Technology Group (First Central for short), an innovative, market-leading insurance company. We protect the things customers love so they can get on with what matters to them in life.
Data drives us. It fuels our outstanding distribution, finance, technology and legal services. Our underwriting skills are built on data expertise; it creates the insights we need to give the right cover to the right customers at the right price. But, it’s the people inside and outside our business that power us. They make us stand out, help us succeed. We’re ambitious. We’re growing. We’ve won awards.
Are you a detail-oriented problem solver with a knack for data analysis? Do you thrive on organisation and excel at managing your own time? Do you have experience of personal lines insurance? And when it comes to Excel, are you a whiz? If so, we definitely want to hear from you!
We’re looking for a Performance Analyst to join our Performance team in either our Salford Quays, Manchester or Haywards Heath, West Sussex offices.
In this role you’ll utilise data and insights to drive performance in our operating teams, across a wide range of key deliverables. This will include but not be limited to, customer centricity, productivity, quality and cost.
We’re all about people and we’re passionate about continuous improvement, so you’ll support the Performance Analysis Manager (PAM) with regular reporting and action planning to continually progress our methods and team knowledge.
Core skills we’re looking for to succeed in the role :
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent time keeping and organisation skills
- An understanding of personal lines insurance
- Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
Nice to have skills, but optional :
A curious and problem solving mindsetStakeholder management and relationship building experienceWhat’s involved :
Working closely with our operational teams to develop and deliver data led performance discussion and tracking, aligned to individual and department wide objectivesUtilise numerous data sources to develop deep insights into operational performance across the balanced scorecard and regular reporting against KPIs / SLAsSupport the PAM with delivery of clear frontline performance metrics aligned to business targets and objectivesAnalysis of performance trends to identify performance variation, opportunities and risksPresent and visualise analysis so that it can be clearly understood and adds value to the businessSupport the PAM in sessions with operational managers to highlight risks and opportunities, identify actions and track progress (Plan, Do, Check, Act)Work with the operational teams to make recommendations to drive step changes in performance, following this through to deliverySupport the PAM with month and quarter end performance reporting and commentariesSupport the PAM in completing mid and end of year appraisal analysis and performance distributionsWork closely with colleagues in Finance to track and evidence delivery of benefits across expense, income and indemnitySupport the wider Performance team as appropriate, leveraging skills and capabilities to respond to business needsComply with the requirements, and act in accordance with, the Group Code of Conduct and Fitness and Propriety policies at all timesEnsure compliance with Company Policies, Values and guidelines and other relevant standards / regulations at all timesExperience & knowledge
Proven experience of data mining, transformation, synthesis and reportingProven experience of using data and insights to drive operational performanceExcellent knowledge of motor sales and claims processes, and awareness of the key levers for cost, quality, time and effortExperience of using data and insights to lead performance discussions and formulating recommendations for improvementUnderstanding of Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Understanding of variation analysis to isolate cohorts of differing performanceAble to develop relationships and work with others to drive desired outcomesThe ability to work under pressure, dealing with multiple tasks or requests simultaneouslyExcellent communication skillsTeam player, working to create and achieve shared objectives.Ability to disseminate technical information and present comprehensively.Skills & qualifications
Advanced level use of MS Office applicationsStrong analytical and numerical skillsAbility to present and visualise data to a high quality and adapt for wide range of audienceProblem solving skills and ability to think creatively to overcome data challengesAn understanding of Lean / Continuous Improvement tools, thinking and methodologiesAbility to communicate risks and issues at all levels of the organisationExcellent stakeholder management skillsCommercially focused and results drivenUnderstanding of Motor insurance industryBehaviours
Customer FocusedSelf- Motivation and enthusiasticEmbrace, embed and incorporate the company valuesChampions the recognition of great performanceTeam playerAn organised and proactive approachTakes initiative to make decisionsA flexible approach and positive attitudeSpeaks with facts and data, not opinionCan present complex information in a clear and concise mannerEmphasis on attention to detail and accuracyStrives to deliver support to peersReady for a challenge? Want to be part of our dynamic, bustling team? Reach out to us today – we’re eager to hear from you!
And guess what? We’re not just any workplace; we’re a fantastic place to work. Curious about what our colleagues have to say? to see what our colleagues think about working here!
What can we do for you?
People first. Always. We’re passionate about our colleagues and know the best people deserve an extraordinary working environment. We owe it to them so that’s what we offer. Our workplaces are energetic, inspirational, supportive. To get a taste of the advantages you’ll enjoy, take a look at all our perks in full .
Intrigued? Our Talent team can tell you everything you need to know about what we want and what we’re offering, so feel free to get in touch.
