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Data Scientist-Actuarial AI Solutions (80-100%)

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Solid experience in data science and machine learning, with strong prototyping skills.
  • Proven ability to translate business problems into AI solutions and technical requirements.
  • Experience collaborating with IT or engineering teams to bring solutions to production.
  • Strong communication skills to bridge business and technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Design and prototype AI/ML solutions that address key actuarial business challenges.
  • Translate prototypes and business needs into clear technical requirements for IT delivery teams.
  • Act as AI/ML subject matter expert, partnering with IT throughout the build lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with actuaries and business stakeholders to identify high-impact AI opportunities.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Collaboration
  • Communication

About the company

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Zurich Insurance

  • Insurance
  • XLarge
  • 10,001+
Zurich is a leading multi-line insurer that serves its customers in global and local markets. With about 60,000 employees, it provides a wide range of property and casualty, and life insurance products and services in more than 210 countries and territories. Zurich’s customers include individuals, small businesses, and mid-sized and large companies, as well as multinational corporations. The Group is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, where it was founded in 1872. ONE TEAM, ONE PURPOSE We are Zurich, one global company, with one mission, one ambition, one set of shared values and a clear commitment to our stakeholders: our customers, our people, our shareholders, and the communities in which we live and work. To find out more, follow us on Twitter: @Zurich, like us on Facebook: Zurich, subscribe on YouTube: Zurich Insurance Group, follow us on Instagram: zurichinsurance or visit our website: www.zurich.com You can find Zurich's community guidelines on https://www.zurich.com/services/social-media

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Job description

 

Unique Selling Proposition

Have you ever wanted to shape the future of actuarial science with AI? Do you thrive at the intersection of data, business and innovation? Join our Group Actuarial Systems team and become the driving force behind AI solutions that transform how Zurich approaches reserving, capital modelling, financial and regulatory reporting.

In this role, you will design and prototype AI solutions that address real actuarial challenges, then partner with IT to bring them to enterprise scale. You will grow as an AI subject matter expert in a highly regulated and impactful domain, working alongside actuaries, business stakeholders and technology teams across the Group. Guided by our values of forward-thinking, togetherness and results orientation, together we will build a brighter future for actuarial — one solution at a time.

What you will do

  • Design and prototype AI/ML solutions that address key actuarial business challenges.
  • Translate prototypes and business needs into clear technical requirements for IT delivery teams.
  • Act as AI/ML subject matter expert, partnering with IT throughout the build lifecycle.
  • Maintain and evolve prototypes, and support future enhancements of AI solutions during BAU.
  • Collaborate with actuaries and business stakeholders to identify high-impact AI opportunities.



What you bring

  • Solid experience in data science and machine learning, with strong prototyping skills.
  • Proven ability to translate business problems into AI solutions and technical requirements.
  • Experience collaborating with IT or engineering teams to bring solutions to production.
  • Strong communication skills to bridge business and technical stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of the insurance or actuarial domain is a strong plus.

You belong here. 

Imagine working in one of the world’s most sustainable workplaces. At Quai Zurich Campus, you’ll enjoy an environment designed to help you thrive, with benefits that support your well-being and impact, and opportunities to perform at your best, surrounded by top talent and supportive colleagues.  

You’ll have access to healthy food options, fitness facilities, and bright, collaborative spaces that spark creativity. Located in the heart of Zurich on the shores of Lake Zurich, the campus offers excellent public transportation links, making your commute simple. 

Grow with us through access to learning resources, on-the-job development, and continuous empowerment and support. Be part of a team that is creating a brighter future together. 
 
About Us 

Zurich is a leading multi-line insurer, serving over 82 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories with more than 65,000 employees.

For over 150 years, Zurich has been transforming insurance – offering not just protection, but also prevention services that promote well-being and climate resilience.
Guided by our purpose to ‘create a brighter future together,’ we aim to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. 

We look forward to receiving your online application today!

Information for recruitment agencies

Zurich does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications, as well as any associated fees. 


Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? 

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great! 
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.
 

  • Location(s):  CH - Zürich 
  • Remote working:
  • Schedule: Full Time
  • Recruiter name: Natalia Dzieglo
 

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