Zurich is a leading multi-line insurer that serves its customers in global and local markets. With about 55,000 employees, it provides a wide range of property and casualty, life insurance products and services in more than 215 countries and territories. Zurich's customers include individuals, small businesses, and mid-sized and large companies, as well as multinational corporations.
Corporate Archives is the guardian of Zurich's corporate memory and shows the development of our company in a larger historical, strategic and cultural context. We collect and keep historical and business relevant records of the company and make them accessible. We also act as a center of excellence for records management. In other words, we keep today's knowledge and knowhow for tomorrow's decision makers.
As Head of Corporate Archives, you will be responsible for preserving and organizing historical documents, records, and artifacts that hold significance for Zurich's 150 year old history and operations. The Head of Corporate Archives reports to the Company Secretary and Head of Board Office and is hence, part of Group Legal.
We offer a dynamic, inclusive, and international working environment with interaction across functions and business units.
What you will do
- Strategically manage the corporate history & historical archives, ensuring the long-term archiving of important records for traceability of strategic decisions.
- Responsibility for the Zurich Heritage Center and conducting guided tours. Assist with research and responds to inquiries related to the organization's history and heritage.
- Evaluate historical sources and effectively report the history of people, and products.
- Provide support to business units on historical issues and offer advice on setting up their own archives.
- Manage the infrastructure for electronic records management and archiving.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to recordkeeping and archiving, such as data privacy, retention policies, and public access to certain records.
What you bring
- University degree in history.
- Experience in a corporate archive would be desirable.
- Experience in corporate history,archiving and handling of confidential records.
- Ability to summarize complex corporate history in a simple and understandable way.
- Familiarity with current business and economic trends.
- Forward-thinking mindset with knowledge of electronic archiving processes and standards.
- Excellent leadership and relationship management skills.
- Fluent in German and English.
Additional Information
We are looking for someone to join the team from 1st January 2026. We look forward to receiving your online application.
At our Quai Zurich Campus, our culture and our people are what set us apart. We thrive on face-to-face interactions that drive collaboration, nurture our unique culture, and amplify our success. Enjoy the best of both worlds with the flexibility to work up to two days remotely per week within Switzerland, allowing you to balance personal commitments while excelling in your career. Please discuss your flexibility needs with us during your interview.
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: Hybrid
- Schedule: Full Time
- Recruiter name: Grace Cunningham
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: Hybrid
- Schedule: Full Time
- Recruiter name: Grace Cunningham