Underwriting IT Initiative Leader, Commercial Insurance IT, 80-100%

Vor 5 Tagen


Zürich, Schweiz Zurich Vollzeit

Commercial Insurance IT seeks a leader with strong communication and leadership skills to lead and shape various projects and strategic initiatives within Commercial Insurance Underwriting IT. Delivering both key IT solutions to our business colleagues as well as operational improvements and execution excellence to our own organization, this position combines strategic thinking with transformational competences.The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, independent but also a team player. Strategic thinking in an IT context combined with outstanding communication skills, both verbally and in writing, will be of essence. You will also need to build strong business acumen to ensure all efforts create optimal business value.What you will doLead assigned projects and strategic initiatives.Develop strategies and concepts outside the norm to find creative solutions.Closely collaborate with the CI IT Leadership team members in Zurich.Build close relationships with local business and IT stakeholders, establish productive collaborations.Communicate the results of your work to senior stakeholders; seek buy-in and approval.Take full ownership for your deliverables to arrive on time and within budget; resolve or escalate any issues.Develop and implement operational excellence and project management methodologies and best practices; establish KPIs to measure the performance of CI-IT.What you bringUniversity degree in business, engineering, Computer Science, etc.A passion for technology and a feel for how it brings value to insurance companies.At least 10 years of experience working in the insurance industry, with a strong preference for commercial insurance experienceProven track record working as Chief of Staff to C-suite executives, translating strategy into successful deliveryDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyPrior consulting experience is highly desirableExcellent verbal and written communication skills (Written communication, PowerPoint presentations).Good understanding of IT operations and IT delivery processes incl. agile methods.Knowledge of business to IT collaboration incl. project management, portfolio management and investment prioritization methodologies.Growth and results-oriented, innovative team player with strong formal and informal leadership skills.Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to always communicate in line with the target level, also with senior management.Working proficiency in English, German is an asset.Additional InformationWe look forward to receiving your online application.At ourQuai 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.Why ZurichAt 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 greatJoin us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.Location(s): CH - ZürichRemote working:Schedule: Full TimeRecruiter name: Grace Cunningham #J-18808-Ljbffr



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