Head IT

Vor 2 Tagen

Zürich, Schweiz Zurich Vollzeit

Does the idea of joining the worldwide market leader in Commercial Insurance (CI) on its journey to renew the core system landscape in 7 countries (France, Belgium, Netherlands, Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Denmark) excite you?

We are searching for a Project Director & Head of CI IT (France, BeNe, Nordics) to replace our CI core insurance platform with Guidewire, while continuing our IT Operations in these countries throughout this period of transformation.

What you will do

  • Lead the implementation of GW insurance suite across 7 countries in close collaboration with the local business teams.
  • Lead the IT team in charge of 7 countries, transform the organization and operating model alongside the implementation of the new Core Insurance Platform.
  • Build an impactful team of internal Guidewire experts, with the ability to expand into additional countries.
  • Lead a team with empathy and clarity through a period of change.
  • Develop technical capabilities within the team to support the future tech stack.

What you bring

  • 10+ years of leadership experience in IT for insurance.
  • Experience in leading international teams across multiple locations.
  • Proven track record of successful Guidewire implementation across multiple countries – Commercial Insurance is a plus.
  • Profound understanding of Guidewire Insurance Suite.
  • Experience in building internal teams with state-of-the-art technology capabilities.
  • Willingness to travel (up to 50% of the time).

Additional Information

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: Christopher Parkinson
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