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Elgin Energy

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Consulting
    Legal
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, 2-4 years of corporate insurance experience, strong communication skills, and expertise across insurance classes, ideally in renewable and construction sectors.
  • You will engage with senior leadership, develop insurance strategies, oversee policy placements, advise on contract terms, manage claims, and ensure comprehensive coverage across projects.

Requirements

  • Relevant third level qualification (Business and/or Insurance).
  • 2 - 4 years experience in corporate insurance.
  • Chartered Insurance Risk Manager/Practitioner (ACII Qualified) desirable.
  • Excellent administration, communication, organisational and problem solving skills.
  • Experience within the Renewable Sector with Construction/ Engineering insurance knowledge desirable.
  • Comfortable reporting at a senior level.
  • Expert insurance knowledge across all insurance classes preferably gained within an Insurance Brokerage/In-house position or similar environment.
  • Strong Commercial Awareness.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstratable experience working across multiple jurisdictions desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Drive extensive business engagement at senior levels of the organisation and support the business in delivering on Elgin’s insurance needs.
  • Develop and advise on the insurance strategy, including risk transfer options.
  • Oversee the placement of all insurance policies covering Elgin's day-to-day operations across various jurisdictions.
  • Direct the placement of the Employer Controlled Insurance Programme to provide coverage for projects from construction through to operation.
  • Advise on contract terms and conditions relating to liability, indemnity, and insurance for the construction and operation of solar and battery storage projects.
  • Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the insurance market, available policy covers, and emerging products that the company can access as needed.
  • Lead engagement with the market and brokers to secure the best value and most comprehensive insurance cover for Elgin.
  • Advise the business on balancing major risk insurance with appropriate levels of self-insurance where it is cost-effective.
  • Lead the management of insurance-related claims, handling them on a "cradle to grave" basis, ensuring all claims are investigated and managed appropriately.
  • Act as a point of escalation for claims where financial or reputational risk demands.

FAQs

What is the job title for the position being advertised?

The job title is Risk & Insurance Specialist.

Where is the Risk & Insurance Specialist position based?

The position can be based from the Dublin Office.

What is the working arrangement for this role?

The role includes working 4 days in the office and 1 day from home.

What experience is required for the Risk & Insurance Specialist position?

The candidate needs 2 - 4 years of experience in corporate insurance.

Is a specific qualification required for this role?

A relevant third level qualification in Business and/or Insurance is required; Chartered Insurance Risk Manager/Practitioner (ACII Qualified) is desirable.

What industries should the candidate have experience in?

Experience within the Renewable Sector with Construction/Engineering insurance knowledge is desirable.

What broad responsibilities will the Risk & Insurance Specialist have?

The specialist will develop and drive the company's insurance program, manage claims, and ensure appropriate insurance coverage for various company activities.

What skills are emphasized for applicants?

Excellent administration, communication, organizational, problem-solving skills, strong commercial awareness, and stakeholder management skills are emphasized.

Does the role involve working with insurance brokers?

Yes, the specialist will engage with the market and brokers to secure the best insurance coverage.

What type of company is Elgin?

Elgin is a leading international solar and storage company involved in projects from origination through development to energisation.

How many projects are in Elgin's portfolio?

Elgin has a portfolio of projects in late-stage development totaling over 15GW across four key markets.

How successful has Elgin been in planning across all its markets?

Elgin has a 98% success rate through planning across all its markets.

Elgin Energy

Leading in Solar+Storage

Energy
Industry
51-200
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Elgin Energy is a full-service, utility scale, solar+storage developer bringing projects from origination through development. The company has a portfolio of projects in late-stage development totalling 6GW solar + 3GW storage across our three key markets of the UK, Australia, and Ireland. As of 2022, Elgin Energy agreed to sell the UK’s largest solar PV transaction to date consisting of a portfolio of 12 projects with a combined capacity of 519MW of projects including 70MW of collocated energy storage capacity to Scottish Power Renewables (UK) Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of global utility Iberdrola Group. Elgin Energy works with long-term strategic partners to deliver projects to the energization and provides asset management services through their operational life. The company has expanded internationally over the last 12 years with a professional team of engineers, accountants, and lawyers located in its London, Dublin, and Sydney offices. Elgin has a 98% success rate through planning across all its markets.