We are currently partnering with a market-leading speciality Insurer to recruit a Transformation Programme Director. The successful candidate will work under the strategic direction of the COO, the role is responsible for shaping and delivering the Underwriting Modernisation Programme, transforming global underwriting capabilities, operating models, processes, governance and technology.
Key responsibilities;
- Lead the development and delivery of a global underwriting modernisation strategy and regional implementation roadmap.
- Oversee a multi-year transformation programme spanning business operations, processes, data, technology and organisational change.
- Drive strategic initiatives focused on underwriting workflow optimisation, process orchestration and operating model redesign.
- Manage programme governance, risks, dependencies, budgets, investment and benefits realisation.
- Lead stakeholder engagement, communications and business readiness activities across regional and global teams.
- Build alignment and commitment among senior underwriting leaders and key business stakeholders.
- Drive the successful adoption of new capabilities, processes and ways of working across underwriting functions.
- Act as a trusted adviser to the Chief Operating Officer and senior global underwriting leadership.
- Lead programme steering committees and present progress, outcomes and key decisions at executive-level forums.
- Coordinate senior stakeholder groups to maintain alignment on strategic priorities, delivery milestones and implementation plans.
- Provide clear reporting on programme progress, risks, financial performance, outcomes and value delivery.
- Develop and manage transformation business cases, investment proposals, delivery plans and financial forecasts.
- Oversee the implementation of a future-state underwriting target operating model, improving productivity, operational efficiency and governance.
- Track programme benefits and return on investment, ensuring delivery against strategic objectives and strong collaboration between underwriting, technology and central transformation teams.
The ideal candidate should have but not limited to;
- Extensive experience leading large-scale business transformation programmes within Insurance.
- Proven track record designing and implementing Target Operating Models.
- Strong understanding of underwriting operations and the underwriting lifecycle.
- Experience delivering complex transformation involving business, process, technology and data change.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and lead at Executive Committee level.
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Transformation Programme Director - Insurance employer: Edenbrook
Edenbrook is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals in the financial reporting sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and support for continuous learning, all while working in a dynamic environment that values integrity and excellence. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a balanced work-life experience alongside competitive benefits tailored to enhance both personal and professional well-being.
