Associate Director: Process Improvement Specialist

Investigo; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director to spearhead process improvement initiatives within their transformation team. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive operational excellence by leading end-to-end projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess a strong Lean/Six Sigma background, a passion for continuous improvement, and the ability to coach others in best practices. Join a forward-thinking firm committed to optimizing processes and enhancing digitalization efforts, while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in process improvement and Lean methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Document and analyse current processes to identify inefficiencies.
• Lead and manage end-to-end improvement projects for process efficiency.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data Analysis

Process Improvement

Stakeholder Management

BPMN Documentation

Consultancy

Continuous Improvement

Education

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Degree in Business or Related Field

Tools

MS Power Platform

UI Path

Data Visualization Software

Job description

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Title: Associate Director; Process Improvement / Lean

Location: London/Remote

Salary: £70-75,000 plus bonus and benefits

Reference: KRS215195

Global Investment and Wealth Manager seeks to attract an accomplished Process Improvement Specialist with strong Lean/Six Sigma background to join the firm's transformation senior management team as Associate Director.

The firm is undertaking a multi-year process improvement journey and are expanding our operational excellence team to drive process optimisation and digitalisation activities. This role will be central in leading process improvement initiatives, owning end-to-end projects as part of the wider operational excellence programme. Reporting to the Head of Operational Excellence, the successful candidate will be tasked with collaborating with business and IT teams to identify, assess and implement process improvements across the business.

Responsibilities

• Document and analyse current processes: Document and examine existing processes, including the collection and visualisation of data, to identify inefficiencies and improvement potential
• Propose and implement solutions: Utilise process improvement techniques to develop and propose solutions to improve processes and oversee their implementation
• Manage end to end improvement projects: Lead and manage projects aimed at improving process efficiency
• Maintain stakeholder relationships: Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders across the business and IT teams
• Working with Low Code/ Automation team: Interface with low code team to digitalise processes and develop process technology solutions
• Promoting continuous improvement: Promote the benefits of continuous improvement throughout the business
• Coaching and training: coach and train business teams on process improvement methodologies and best practices

Experience, Skills and Competencies Required

• Proven experience working collaboratively within a cross-functional, global working environment
• Comfortable collecting and analysing data to identify opportunities for process improvement
• Passion for continuous improvement and leading change
• Consultancy background preferred
• Experience in Financial Services preferred
• Experience documenting complex processes (BPMN desired)
• Ability to use data analysis and visualisation software to analyse process and operational performance
• Commercially minded and proficient in business case development
• Self-starter who can manage end to end improvement projects with autonomy
• Lean Six Sigma black belt or similar process improvement qualification
• Working knowledge of low code and automation technologies such as MS Power Platform or UI Path desirable

Interested? Apply without delay to Investigo to be considered.