Associate Solution Architect

Insurance Australia Group Limited; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boosted Kiwisaver with 4% employer contribution

Life insurance

Up to 50% off personal insurance

5 myLeave days per year

Community volunteer days

Team volunteer activities

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Associate Solution Architect to enhance their technology strategy for the intermediated insurance business. This role involves collaborating with a dynamic team to map out technology lifecycles and support informed architectural decisions. You will play a crucial part in delivering solutions that align with the company's strategic goals, contributing to a safer, more resilient business landscape. This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to grow your career in a purpose-driven environment, where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the organization and its customers.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, preferably in the insurance sector.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business terms.

Responsibilities

• Support Domain Architect(s) in shaping technology strategy for insurance.
• Collaborate with technology teams to deliver architectural solutions.

Skills

Communication Skills

Technology Strategy

Financial Services Experience

Insurance Industry Knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualifications in science

Engineering

Computer Science

Business Information Systems

Job description

Create Impact as an Associate Solution Architect

Join the largest general insurance group in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. We’re a top-tier ASX-listed company helping to make the world a safer place through creating a stronger and more resilient business and enabling our portfolio of iconic insurance brands.

About the Role

As an Associate Solution Architect, your primary focus will be on supporting the Domain Architect(s) in shaping the technology strategy for the intermediated insurance business in Australia and New Zealand, and delivering architectural solutions in line with the strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will demonstrate proven capability in mapping out the technology used to support the trading business and identify where that technology is in its lifecycle to aid in the development and documentation of technology strategy.
• You will be working with our solution architect team to make informed architecture decisions that guide technology selection and implementation.
• Assist the solution architecture team in collaborating with key technology teams to deliver and manage the technology that underpins our intermediated business.

This is a permanent opportunity for a candidate based anywhere in Naarm (Melbourne), Gadigal country (Sydney), or Meanjin (Brisbane).

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in the financial services industry, with preference for insurance industry experience.
• You may have experience with consulting to insurance organisations and advising on technology strategy alternatives.
• Good communication skills, particularly in translating technical concepts into business terms.
• Tertiary qualifications in science, engineering, computer science, business information systems, or similar disciplines.

Applications close on 27 March 2025.

Benefits:

• Joining IAG, you’ll have access to a raft of benefits from across the Group:
• Boosted Kiwisaver with 4% employer contribution and life insurance as standard.
• Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance.
• 5 myLeave days per year on top of annual leave.
• Community volunteer days and team volunteer activities.

*Employment type eligibility criteria apply.

About Us

As part of IAG you'll enjoy a world of career opportunities, a purpose-led place focused on creating connection and belonging, and where you can create meaningful impact every day and grow your career beyond the expected. That’s not just words. It’s our people promise. We're ready for you with unexpected opportunities for your career, your work-life, and your ability to make a difference. We celebrate all viewpoints shaped by life experiences and culture, and are guided by the knowledge and voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses, and communities. We collaborate on Indigenous-led solutions that enable growth and create meaningful change for our customers and employees.