Insurance & Risk Manager

ICE CREAM IS LOOKING FOR An Insurance & Risk Manager

Scope: Market

Reports to: Global Insurance & Risk Director

Location: IC Headquarters

Local conditions apply

If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or are considering working for the Unilever ice Cream business, you will work for the global, leading Ice Cream player with €8bn Turn Over in 2024. The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of the top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben &Jerry’s. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025. Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure.

We are committed to developing and nurturing talent within our Ice Cream company. You will have ample options for career growth and exploration, allowing you to explore roles and opportunities across the new organisation. Your career development will be a priority for us, and we are dedicated to supporting your growth journey within the new company.

We hope that you will want to build the new chapter of our Ice Cream history together with us.

Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of €8 billion. All brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win.

We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we’re crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products.

Ice Cream Finance: Leading for a winning, trusted and investible global ice cream market leader

This is your chance for a ‘once in a lifetime’ career experience, playing a part in the creation of a fully independent, new Ice Cream organisation.in what will be the Ultimate Pleasure Food company.

We are seizing this unique opportunity to reset the role of Ice Cream Finance. Together we will become the best and most admired finance team in the world, and we’ll do this by focusing on value creation, trailblazing future-fit financial processes and technology, and by becoming a training ground for financial craftmanship that will be the envy of everyone. 

Just imagine the benefits of working within a single category, where everyone and everything is laser-focused on the same goal, where there's opportunity to develop deep and wide understanding of the business economics and international ecosystem of a single category, and to translate that into value creation.

The role of Ice Cream Finance in this momentous moment is staggering, exciting, and yes...a little daunting, which is why we are looking for empowered and accountable decision makers who are keen to take on end-to-end responsibility; if you are a self-starter who identifies opportunities, takes initiative, and innovates to create value, who is proactive, resourceful and comfortable with challenge and uncertainty, you will thrive with us. In return, you will be rewarded with a rich finance role, no matter where you are in your career, and within an environment that’s both fulfilling and fun...after all, life tastes better with Ice Cream!   

See appendix if you want to know more about the Ice Cream Finance North Star, showing our vision, goals and proposition in more detail.

JOB PURPOSE:

We are seeking an inspiring and strategic Regional Insurance & Risk Manager to lead the establishment of our new insurance and risk management framework at the business unit level. This role is crucial in ensuring the protection and resilience of our newly formed organization. The Regional Insurance & Risk Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive risk management strategies, securing appropriate insurance coverage, and fostering a risk-aware culture across the business unit.

 Be at the forefront of establishing a new insurance & risk management function in a globally recognized brand, shaping the future of our financial operations.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE?

• Support the Global function in the operational execution of Ice Cream’s global insurance and risk control strategy

• Act as Business Partner for the Business Unit and Market Finance teams and other local functional departments

• Ensure Business Unit and Market compliance with the Ice Cream Policy on Insurance & Risk

• Liaise with different roles in the Markets to:

• Collate underwriting information

• Notify and coordinate claims

• Validate and track local policy issuance

• Set up and maintain insurance-related vendors

• Process timely insurance premium payments

• Monitor and instantly notify material changes in risk profile

• Instantly notify M&A activity within the Business Unit

• Procure non-global insurance policies and maintain up-to-date overviews

• Ensure compliance with local insurance laws/regulations

• Maintain relations with local brokers and insurance companies

• Carry out contract reviews on indemnity/liability/insurance clauses

• Create awareness and provide general education on insurance requirements within the Business Unit and Markets

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Experiences & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., ARM, CPCU) preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance and risk management, with a proven track record in a leadership role.

• Strong knowledge of global insurance markets, risk management practices, and regulatory requirements.

• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex risk portfolios and develop effective mitigation strategies.

• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Must have competencies

• Strategic Vision: Ability to develop and implement long-term risk management strategies that align with the business unit’s goals.

• Analytical Acumen: Strong analytical skills to assess risks and opportunities, and make data-driven decisions.

• Leadership: Proven leadership skills to build, inspire, and manage a high-performing team.

• Innovation: Capacity to design and implement innovative risk management solutions and processes.

• Communication: Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex risk information to stakeholders.

• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with various departments and external partners.

• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Integrity: High ethical standards and integrity in managing risk operations and relationships.

WHAT DOES UNILEVER OFFER/WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!

• Attractive total remuneration package; excellent company pension, bonus, share scheme.

• Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities and a wealth of training opportunities & wellbeing resources whenever and wherever.

• Plenty of company-paid holidays to further ensure your work-life balance is maintained.

• We encourage an inclusive culture, which comes to life with interchangeable public holidays, paid paternity leave of 6 weeks and our transgender policy.

• Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40%-60% in the office or at customers, suppliers or partners to connect and collaborate.  For the time you work from home, we will ensure you are well equipped. When you are at the office , you can enjoy our tasty canteen with prepped food and own products.

• Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products. 

• My Fitness Plan (reduction on your Fitness Subscription).

• Home work allowance

• Company laptop and mobile phone

• Green Mobility Policy.   

EXCITED?

Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter.  Your application will be reviewed against our requirements and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.

Looking forward to meeting you! 

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Unilever. Applications from agencies will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against. 

By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.

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