Guidewire ClaimCenter Architect / Business Architect

Cpl; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CPL in London is seeking an experienced Guidewire ClaimCenter Architect / Business Architect to join a major insurance transformation on a hybrid basis. The role demands deep Guidewire ClaimCenter expertise, commercial claims knowledge, and a proven track record delivering functional architecture.

You will lead the functional design of Commercial Claims products, define future-state solutions, and mentor Business Analysts across the programme, collaborating with senior stakeholders and delivery

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Guidewire ClaimCenter Architect or Functional Architect.
• Strong expertise within Guidewire ClaimCenter.
• GW ACE Certified in ClaimCenter.
• Proven experience designing and delivering Commercial Claims solutions.
• Deep understanding of insurance claims processes and operating models.
• Strong functional design and business architecture experience.
• Experience leading workshops and engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the functional architecture and design of Guidewire ClaimCenter solutions within a Commercial Claims environment.
• Translate business requirements into scalable functional designs and solution proposals.
• Provide subject matter expertise on Guidewire ClaimCenter capabilities, best practices, and architectural standards.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, product owners, and technical teams to define target operating models and solution roadmaps.
• Produce and review functional specifications, solution designs, and business architecture artefacts.
• Drive workshops to capture requirements, identify gaps, and recommend optimal solutions.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to Business Analysts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure alignment between business objectives and functional solution design.
• Support delivery teams through implementation, testing, and deployment activities.
• Identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills

Guidewire ClaimCenter Architect

Business Architect

Functional Architect

Guidewire ClaimCenter

Workshop facilitation

Stakeholder management

Mentoring Business Analysts

Communication

Education

GW ACE Certified in ClaimCenter

Tools

Guidewire Suite

Job description

Guidewire ClaimCenter Architect / Business Architect

Contract: 9 Months

Location: London (Hybrid)

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Guidewire ClaimCenter Architect / Business Architect to join a major insurance transformation programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled professional with strong Guidewire ClaimCenter expertise, commercial claims knowledge, and a proven track record of delivering functional architecture within complex insurance environments.

You will be responsible for the functional design of Commercial Claims products, providing strategic design recommendations, defining future-state solutions, and acting as a trusted advisor to key business and technology stakeholders. The successful candidate will also provide leadership and direction to Business Analysts across the programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the functional architecture and design of Guidewire ClaimCenter solutions within a Commercial Claims environment.
• Translate business requirements into scalable functional designs and solution proposals.
• Provide subject matter expertise on Guidewire ClaimCenter capabilities, best practices, and architectural standards.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, product owners, and technical teams to define target operating models and solution roadmaps.
• Produce and review functional specifications, solution designs, and business architecture artefacts.
• Drive workshops to capture requirements, identify gaps, and recommend optimal solutions.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to Business Analysts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure alignment between business objectives and functional solution design.
• Support delivery teams through implementation, testing, and deployment activities.
• Identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience as a Guidewire ClaimCenter Architect, Business Architect, or Functional Architect.
• Strong expertise within Guidewire ClaimCenter.
• GW ACE Certified in ClaimCenter.
• Proven experience designing and delivering Commercial Claims solutions.
• Deep understanding of insurance claims processes and operating models.
• Strong functional design and business architecture experience.
• Experience leading workshops and engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into practical solution designs.
• Experience managing and mentoring Business Analyst teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working on large-scale insurance transformation programmes.
• Knowledge of the wider Guidewire suite.
• Experience working within London Market or General Insurance environments.