Global Head of Finance Transformation

As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations, we recognise that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: our people. At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world. Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions.

Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Global Head of Finance Transformation in our Finance team, reporting directly to the Head of Finance Operations and Procurement. The finance function is evolving and has recently introduced a new target operating model based on vertically aligned functional pillars which will enable Finance to support Sompo’s rapid growth, complexity, and global ambitions. The new target operating model will drive harmonised processes and tools, strengthen governance, reliability, and cross-border collaboration. The Global Head of Finance Transformation will be instrumental in embedding this new model across the Sompo organisation.

Location: This position will be based out of our London or New York office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive global finance transformation strategy that aligns with the organization’s goals and priorities.
• Support the finance verticals (FP&A, Controllership, Tax, Treasury) to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Embed a robust project prioritisation process across the finance function with clear program governance, milestones and performance management.
• Build capabilities within the Finance Transformation team to support Digital finance, AI and automation, Data analytics, operating model design.
• Partner with IT and the finance teams to align technology roadmaps and architecture.
• Support operating model design of finance covering shared service centres, outsourcing/offshoring, centres of excellence, local teams.

What you’ll bring:

• 12+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years leading large-scale transformation projects in a multinational organization.
• Strong understanding of finance operations, systems, and processes, including ERP platforms and emerging technologies.
• Proven track record of delivering complex transformation initiatives on time and within budget.
• Expertise in process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) and change management frameworks.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with experience leading geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong project management capabilities, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Our Benefits

We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below are a few highlights of our inclusive benefit programs:

• Expansive Health & Wellness Benefits
• Generous Retirement & Savings Plans
• Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

We strive to create exceptional value for our clients and shareholders while maintaining Sompo as an attractive place to work. We foster an environment of ongoing, open dialogue between managers and their direct reports, and believe in an organizational environment where everyone belongs. We proudly are a multi-racial, multi-cultural, global enterprise. We reject all forms of racism, bigotry, prejudice and injustice and continue to invest in building out an inclusive and diverse work environment.

Our values

As we continue to evolve and grow, our core values serve as the foundation for our company’s identity, purpose and culture.

• Accountability: Raising the bar on what we deliver
• Agility: Keeping it simple as we grow
• Collaboration: Building relationships with clients and colleagues
• Development: Being curious and having a growth mindset
• Integrity: Being trustworthy and doing what’s right

Around the world, our 9,500+ employees use their expertise to learn, improve and find clear answers for your complex challenges. Because when you choose Sompo, you choose the ease of expertise.

Sompo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.