Primary Details

Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee

The Opportunity: Develop and implement the strategy for the QBE Foundation North America Operations aligned to the global QBE Foundation strategy and QBE’s purpose, vision, strategic priorities and group-wide sustainability strategy. Responsible for the development, implementation and end-to-end management of QBE Foundation strategy, partnerships, programs, initiatives and events in the NA region.

• Location: New York City, NY; 28 Liberty Street, 26th Floor, New York NY 10005

• Work Arrangement: This role is hybrid, where you will be expected to be in the office 2-3 days per week.

• The salary range for this role is between $135,000-$203,000

Your New Role:

Strategy and Planning

• Lead the development and implementation of the plan for QBE Foundation in North America, in alignment with global strategy and sustainability objectives

• Work to incorporate the initiatives of QBE North America (including QBE Foundation and People initiatives) and develop pathways to facilitate communication between business units and integration of QBE social impact initiatives

• Measure the impact of QBE Foundation partnerships and programs through B4SI and other social impact frameworks developed and implemented. Includes annual disclosure through impact report

• Provide SME knowledge to tenders and client proposal to win and retain business

• Partner with business areas to seek opportunities to demonstrate impact and unique value proposition created through the QBE Foundation partnerships and programs

• Contribute to building a diverse and inclusive workplace through QBE Foundation programs and initiatives

• Ensure community partners align to QBE purpose, vision, strategy, and values

• Partner with Communication, Marketing and Sponsorship teams to develop and implement internal and external communications, marketing and sponsorship strategy to build brand awareness and increase reputation of QBE in external market, including presenting at conferences, forums and internal meetings and events.

Policy, Process and Procedures

• Lead and manage QBE Foundation NA Committee and engage regional representatives to execute programs and initiatives

• Manage the annual community partner review and selection process in line with Global Terms of Reference and subsequent supporting material

• Responsible for the completion of financial and Executive Management Board reports (for NA) as required and contribute to annual impact reporting process including investor analyst disclosures where required

• Ensure strong adherence to governance and due diligence is conducted of all QBE Foundation funding support and activity.

• Monitor and improve relevant policies and processes to ensure employees can easily engage in community initiatives (QGiving Guidelines)

• Work with HO Social Impact to develop processes and ways of working within the QBE Foundation, to ensure clear accountability and positive outcomes

• Work with HO Social Impact to improve communications channels which allow better collaboration across regions and business functions to deliver greater impact and outcomes when working with community organizations, sustainability initiatives and vulnerable customers

Environmental Awareness/Customer Focus

• Leverage QGiving and the Benevity platform to drive employee involvement and engagement in social impact initiatives

• Lead QBE AcceliCITY activity locally working in conjunction with regional foundation managers for global consistency

• Lead the work to establish new partnerships in line with identified gaps in strategy and to strengthen processes and create efficiencies across partnership portfolio

• Manage and build strong relationships with community partners to create long term sustainable partnerships

• Lead the plan to promote and grow Employee Volunteering opportunities i.e. Volunteer Days, Team Building, Skilled Volunteering Projects

• Manage, support and attend QBE Foundation and community partner events and where required speak and represent QBE

• Partner with Employee Network Groups (i.e. QBE Pride and Sustainability Committee) to create synergies and leverage opportunities to connect to a broader audience driving sustainable outcomes

• Partner with business areas to create opportunities to connect our key customers with the QBE Foundation and community partners through events and sponsorship opportunities

Technical Performance

• Manage the QBE Foundation budget and planning process for NA region

• As the business owner, project manage the implementation and ongoing maintenance of relevant systems

• Recognize and manage risk by carrying out proper due diligence on potential partners and initiatives and ensuring up to date policies and guidelines are followed

​People Management

• Coach and influence QBE Foundation Committee members, regional representatives and senior leaders to execute QBE Foundation strategy

• Coach community-partners to identify skilled and unskilled volunteering opportunities to offer to QBE employees

• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders and ensure connection between different business units and sustainability and social impact priorities

• Engage NA employees in the community and Sustainability initiatives of QBE

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Ability to build strong relationships and influence key stakeholders

• Ability to communication and collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders

• Strong attention to detail and project management capability

• Financial and business acumen and awareness of financial responsibility

• Strategic thinking

• Identify and implement innovative and efficient improvement initiatives

• Social impact, CSR or philanthropy work in a corporate environment

• Experience in managing a corporate charity or charity.

• Proven ability to analyze and make decisions.

• Proven track record of engaging with senior stakeholders.

• Exceptional relationship-building skills

• Understanding of community engagement, grant-making, and charity governance.

• Financial management, planning, and budgeting expertise.

• Understanding of relevant regulations.

• Current and possible future policies, practices and trends.

• Working knowledge of business principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation and leadership.

Compensation Package: The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidate’s professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team.

QBE Benefits: We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to:

• Hybrid Working – a mix of working from home and in the office

• 22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis

• Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%

• Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice

• Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education

• Employee Network and Community – QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community

To learn more, click here: Benefits | QBE US.

Why QBE? What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world?

At QBE, we’re enabling a more resilient future – for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We’re building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success.

Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.

Join us now, so you can be part of our success – and we can be part of yours!

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Supplementary information

Skills:

Adaptability, Analytical Thinking, Change Management, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Customer Value Management, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Operations Management, Process Improvements, Risk Management, Strategic Management, Strategic Planning, Team Management, Waterfall Model

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.