Guidewire Functional Architect

Delex Solutions; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the London Market Insurance sector is seeking talented Guidewire Functional Architects to join their innovative team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing and implementing cutting-edge Guidewire applications, translating complex insurance processes into effective configurations. With a focus on collaboration and stakeholder engagement, you will ensure that solutions align with business objectives while leading functional testing and rollout activities. This exciting opportunity offers a hybrid working environment, allowing you to balance professional growth with personal commitments. If you are passionate about insurance technology and thrive in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of P&C insurance processes and Guidewire configuration.
• Experience in writing functional specs and conducting gap analysis.

Responsibilities

• Gather and interpret requirements from business stakeholders.
• Design Guidewire workflows and collaborate with technical teams.
• Lead functional testing and support UAT activities.

Skills

P&C insurance processes

Guidewire PolicyCenter configuration

Guidewire ClaimCenter configuration

Functional specifications writing

Business process mapping

Gap analysis

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Tools

Guidewire Data Model

GOSU

APIs

Web services

Job description

A leading London Market Insurance company is looking to hire 2 x roles:

1. 1 x Guidewire PolicyCenter Functional Architect
2. 1 x Guidewire ClaimCenter Functional Architect

Both roles will be hired on a permanent basis in London (Hybrid working). The Guidewire Functional Architect will play a key role in designing and implementing Guidewire PolicyCenter & ClaimCenter InsuranceSuite application to the new Cloud version. You will focus on the functional side of the project — understanding and translating insurance processes into Guidewire configurations and solutions.

Core Responsibilities:

• Work with business stakeholders to gather and interpret requirements.
• Translate business processes into functional specifications and system behaviour.
• Design Guidewire workflows, UI screens, product models, and business rules.
• Collaborate with technical architects and developers to ensure the solution is technically feasible and aligns with the business vision.
• Conduct gap analysis and identify areas for configuration vs. customization.
• Lead or support functional testing, UAT, and production rollout activities.

Required Skills and Experience:

Functional Skills:

• Strong understanding of P&C insurance processes.
• Deep familiarity with Guidewire PolicyCenter or ClaimCenter product configuration.
• Experience writing functional specs and use cases.
• Business process mapping and gap analysis.

Technical Acumen:

• Understanding of Guidewire Data Model and GOSU (helpful for collaboration).
• Knowledge of integration approaches (e.g., APIs, messaging, web services).
• Functional specifications and configuration designs.
• UI/UX mockups or workflow diagrams.
• Test case definitions and support during QA/UAT.
• Change requests & impact assessments.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to bridge the gap between business and technical teams.
• Leadership and facilitation skills.

Salary: £80,000 to £100,000 per annum. Please apply now.

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 yearly

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