Insurance Support Manager

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Scottish Power
Shaping the future of energy in the UK
Manage insurance programmes, risk assessment, and claims for construction projects.
7 days ago ago
£57,600
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
United Kingdom, Glasgow
Hybrid
Company Size
5,750 across the UK Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Operation & Maintenance
Retail
Sector Specialisms
Power Grid
Renewables
Energy Retail
Role
What you would be doing
insurance strategy
underwriting
risk mitigation
claims management
contract review
policy assessment
  • Implement the insurance strategy, selection and placement for major SPEN construction projects.
  • Assist the Head of Insurance on more complex offshore projects (specifically Interconnectors).​
  • Liaise and communicate with brokers and businesses to ensure appropriate allocation of risk in major projects and contracts. This will include active participation in the negotiation of risk and insurance clauses with contractors and the agreement of optimal insurance placement strategy given project budget constraints.
  • Liaising with each Business to produce underwriting information for and on behalf of each Business. Support the Business owners in identifying the most appropriate strategy of risk transfer or risk retentions dependent on their specific risk appetite.
  • Relationship Management on behalf of each Business in relation to property insurers and their respective experts, including for example loss adjusters.
  • Assess and support risk mitigation and loss prevention on a site and project level for each Business. Manage site and project surveys with insurers, including the clearance of all insurers’ recommendations.
  • Lead and direct property claims for SP Energy Networks
  • Provision of contract reviews in respect of insurance provisions for each Business and agree any material variation with SP or third parties to standard contract terms and conditions on a case by case basis.
  • Provide direction, assessment and guidance on existing insurance arrangements on terms, policy response and coverage, limits, indemnities, deductibles and exclusions to all stakeholders.
  • Ascertain and provide advice on insurable and non-insurable risks in existing operations and construction projects, e.g. Energy Networks Strategic Projects.
What you bring
claims management
risk management
commercial insurance
construction
degree
leadership
  • Ability to make, recommend and communicate decisions with confidence and clarity based on knowledge and fact.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing multiple priorities in a demanding work environment
  • Track record of claims management, particularly in an engineering environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, able to work with complex issues and communicate clearly to and influence at a senior level.
  • Highly motivated, pro-active, and results driven.
  • Possess relevant experience in a risk management environment, insurance markets, or energy. Working knowledge of risk management environments and techniques and technical insurance knowledge.
  • Ability to build effective internal and external relationships and positively influence across all levels of the organisation.
  • Strong ability to think independently, problem solve and facilitate co-operation.
  • Knowledge of the global insurance market workings and principles. Robust knowledge of the legal framework and model contracts for construction and services contracts.
  • Proven leadership, management and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to influence at all levels.
  • Proven track record in claims management, specifically on property and construction insurance claims.
  • Proven track record of working within ideally construction projects, coordinating and leading in all insurance related aspects, including contracts, and the interactions with insurer/brokers markets.
  • Degree educated or a professional qualification in any of the following disciplines: insurance, risk management, law (construction or insurance), or engineering with relevant risk or industry experience.
  • Experience of working closely with commercial contracts including specific review and negotiation of terms and conditions from an insurance perspective.
  • Broad experience of the commercial insurance market (particularly Property and Construction); up to date knowledge of developments within legal framework and insurance industry.
Benefits
  • Life Assurance (4x salary)
  • Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
  • Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
  • Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
  • 36 days annual leave
  • Share Schemes
  • Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
  • Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
  • Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
  • Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
£9.5 billion
Annual Revenue 2023
Generated through operations in energy networks, renewables, and retail and wholesale energy services.
£8.4 billion
Annual Revenue 2022
Reflects the company's performance across various energy-related business units.
13.1%
Year-On-Year Growth
Increase in annual revenue from 2022 to 2023.
  • Operates in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution and specialises in renewable energy, particularly onshore and offshore wind farms, and manages the transmission and distribution networks in South and Central Scotland, as well as parts of North Wales and North West England.
  • Provides electricity and gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the UK, offering services such as smart metering, energy efficiency advice, and home services like boiler care and maintenance.
  • Has three main divisions: Energy Networks, Renewables, and Energy Retail and Wholesale.
Culture + Values
  • *SUSTAINABLE ENERGY:* Emphasises pioneering renewable energy, creating economic, social, and environmental value, with a commitment to safety, environmental respect, and ethical, rational, responsible actions.
  • *INTEGRATING FORCE:* Acts as a dynamic and responsible force for change, fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, encouraging diversity, and growing talent to achieve common goals.
  • *DRIVING FORCE:* Focuses on bringing about efficient change by challenging processes, innovating for continuous improvement, and anticipating customer needs.
Environment + Sustainability
2040 Target
Net Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040.
100% Renewable
Clean Energy Production
All electricity generated from UK windfarms, ensuring a sustainable energy supply.
1,157 Turbines
Wind Energy Network
Operates a network of 1,157 turbines across onshore windfarms, contributing to significant renewable energy generation.
38 Windfarms
Energy Infrastructure
Maintains 38 onshore windfarm sites, supporting the transition to clean energy.
  • ScottishPower is a leader in renewable energy.
  • Enough electricity to power over 1.2 million homes, nearly half the homes in Scotland.
  • Capacity to generate 1,948 MW of electricity.
Inclusion & Diversity
35% Women Target
% of senior management roles
Target for women in senior management roles by 2030.
32% Female Representation
% in senior management
Increase in female representation in senior management from 26% in 2021 to 32% in 2022.
  • Collaborates with several recognised organisations to enhance its commitment to diversity and inclusion, such as the Business Disability Forum, The Armed Forces Covenant, Carers UK, ENABLE Scotland, and POWERful Women. It holds the highest level of accreditation of the Armed Forces Covenant (Gold Status) and received the Inclusive Workplace Award from the Scottish Union of Supported Employment for two consecutive years.
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