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I was once told your network is not everyone you know but instead everyone you have helped as these are the people who are likely to help you when need be. This was excellent advice. Always help others when you have the capacity to do so, of course your day job still must be done also which is where this can get challenging but also doable! It is often tasks outside of my job description I find rewarding. On top of this it is great for both personal and career development to work across different functions when given the opportunity.
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Commercial Manager Ireland
Phoenix Group
From 05/2023 to 12/2024Pricing Actuary, Commercial Team
Phoenix Group
From 11/2020 to 05/2023Reporting Actuary
Phoenix Group
From 12/2019 to 11/2020Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
The dynamic nature of a Commercial role in any organisation allows day to day work life to be kept interesting, no two days are the same and there are always new projects to get involved in. It is a perfect role to get an overall view of the business and considerations that are applied in decision making – I love this as it lets me see the bigger picture. In a Commercial role we never forget about the policyholder, they are central to our decisions, without the policyholders we would have no business therefore it is vital to have them at the forefront of decision making. The role itself is a collaborative role, working with key stakeholders throughout the Phoenix Group. This allows me to build relationships across all areas of the business which definitely is the highlight of the role for me!
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Tim B
Programme Director
Top Insider Advice
Notice how you feel about what you're doing and about how you're doing it. If it feels right then stick with it... if not adjust, notice how you feel and keep adjusting until it feels right.
Jason C
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I understand this isn't for everyone but we're in a business and company which thrives on change so we should be accustomed to it. Change is good for your career progression and also ties in with personal challenge which helps with development. You don't know whether your good at something until you've tried it and you'll be surprised how the skills gained in one role can be translated and enhanced in another.
