Senior Operations Analyst

Who we are:

Business Unit overview:

The London Market division is comprised of three underwriting divisions (Marine & Energy Specialty and Professional Financial Risks) as well as an award winning claims team operations and strategic business development. We have staff around the world with a significant presence in Asia and the US in addition to the hub in the London.

London Market is going through a period of change shifting from focusing on traditional processing activities to a 21st century operating model that will position the company for future scalable growth. Operations comprises four functions: Underwriting Support Services Governance & Delegated and Operations Excellence and Communications & Engagement.

Part of Markel Group (NYSE MKL) a Fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20 countries is a holding company for insurance reinsurance specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

What youll be doing:

• Support the Operations Director in delivery of London Market operations strategy
• Partner with London Market underwriting claims and support teams to find opportunities for process improvement and automation
• Develop and maintain Operational Management Information reporting and KPIs in Power BI or similar application
• Support Operations with business issue analysis and resolution
• Conduct and support regular process review activities updating documentation where necessary and communicating across teams.
• Support the delivery of international projects by coordinating London Market operational activities e.g. Operational resilience BCP Enterprise workflow
• Support new methodologies tools and technical developments (Automation AI) which support process efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Skills:

• Working experience in automation capabilities including AI agents Copilot or other emerging applications
• Experience in process optimization with a focus on identifying improvement opportunities and delivering solutions
• Interest in data and reporting methodology including Power BI dashboards
• A strong ability to build relationships and communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences with the ability to influence a variety of stakeholders
• Experience or qualifications in Lean Six Sigma methodologies would be beneficial but not essential
• Delivery focused with a hands-on approach with high energy levels and self-motivation
• Experience with or interest in Microsoft Power Apps (Power BI Power Automate) Alteryx or similar tools would be beneficial but not essential
• Experience within Insurance in particular the London Market would be useful but not essential

Whats in it for you

• A great starting salary plus annual bonus & strong benefits package
• Up to 16% company pension scheme
• Private medical and dental cover Menopause plan emergency care benefit (children/Pets/dependants)
• Income protection Life assurance electric car scheme travel insurance
• 25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays with the opportunity to buy/sell extra leave
• As well as other great benefits on offer there are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career!

Are you ready to play your part

If youre looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference youve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward reach their full potential and seize opportunities. Youll find your fit amongst our diverse global community of optimists and problem-solvers. Were always pushing each other to think further because we believe that when we strive for better and realise our potential we can help others reach theirs.

Join us and play your part in something special!

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