Data Innovation Leader

Willis Towers Watson; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company is seeking a leader for the CRB Data Lab to drive innovation and develop AI-driven data products. The ideal candidate will have extensive technical product management experience and a strong background in data analysis, scripting, and cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure. The role focuses on managing data solutions for the Corporate Risk and Broking segment and ensuring compliance with governance standards. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus WTW day

Private healthcare

Defined contribution pension scheme with matched contributions

Employee assistance programme

Fully paid volunteer day

Electric vehicle car scheme

Cycle-to-work programme

Dental and optical cover

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in technical product management or data product leadership.
• Strong delivery track record on Corporate Risk and Broking projects.
• Proficient in agile environments, managing product backlogs and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead Data Product creation for Risk & Broking.
• Oversee Corporate Risk and Broking Data Lab strategy and governance.
• Manage data products integration into workflows.

Skills

Data analysis

Scripting (Python, R, SQL)

Technical product management

Cloud platforms expertise

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving

Agile methodology

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Azure/Fabric

Job description

Description

Reporting into the Corporate Risk and Broking Global Head of Data Strategy, this role leads the CRB Data Lab, driving innovation and new data product development to transform the Risk & Broking business strategy into high value data solutions. This role oversees the creation of AI driven tools and ensures domain knowledge is structured for technical implementation, collaborating with business units and Corporate IT. This role would also be involved in accelerating insurance product innovation using fast data and AI. This position balances strategic innovation and product development with governance and business integration.

The Role:

Responsibilities:

Innovation & Product Development– Leading Data Product creation for Risk & Broking:

• Manage Data innovation, driving innovation in insurance using fast data and AI techniques
• Lead development of new data products (e.g., AI-driven risk tools, broking platforms), defining strategic vision and blueprints
• Document processes into automated business rules and decision logic
• Collaborate with our internal teams to prototype and test innovative tools
• Identify data driven solutions for the Corporate Risk and Broking segment challenges, embedding them in product roadmaps
• Align solution designs with Corporate Azure/Fabric infrastructure
• Championing and orchestrating cross-functional collaboration, ensuring stakeholder engagement and management, as required

Governance & Value Realization – Ensuring Strategic Impact and Compliance:

• Oversee the Corporate Risk and Broking Data Lab strategy, governance, and compliance with Corporate standards (e.g., GDPR)
• Act as technical product owner for the Corporate Risk and Broking data portfolio, prioritizing development and integration
• Coordinate integration of data products into Corporate Risk and Broking workflows and platforms
• Maintain governance for business rules, ensuring accuracy and ethical use
• Track KPIs for Lynx Program and data products (e.g., operational efficiency, placement success)
• Present plans to Risk and Broking leadership, securing alignment for data roadmaps

Qualifications

The Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or related field
• Extensive experience in technical product management or data product leadership
• Proficiency in data analysis and scripting (Python, R, SQL)
• Expertise with cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure/Fabric
• Proven experience leading AI/ML programs for business applications
• Deep domain knowledge gained from within the insurance or financial services industry
• Strong collaboration skills with IT, understanding data architecture, databases, APIs
• Expertise in business process modelling and converting R&B needs into logic
• Proficiency in agile environments, managing product backlogs and requirements
• Strong problem-solving skills for complex Corporate Risk and Broking challenges
• Proven delivery track record on Corporate Risk and Broking projects
• Ability to communicate technical and business concepts to stakeholders
• High professional credibility in technical and strategic domains
• Proactive in driving clarity through challenging questions

Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email [e-mail].