Head of Sub-Section for EA Speciality Insurance

AXA UK; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Head of Sub-Section for EA Specialty Insurance in London. This pivotal role will guide an inclusive team to manage transformation in their Application Portfolio, driving strategic initiatives in a high-stakes environment. Candidates should have extensive experience in architecture within large-scale tech organizations and strong interpersonal skills, making this an exciting opportunity for impactful contributions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years Architecture experience in large Information Systems and Technology organizations.
• 3+ years as an application developer in respective areas.
• Strong communication skills for various audiences including C-level stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team providing strategies for Global Specialty Insurance.
• Govern transformation of Application Portfolio Management & Technology Stacks.
• Define Roadmaps for Application Portfolio based on Technology Strategy.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Technical Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Mathematics / Information Systems

Master of Business Administration

Job description

About us

At Munich Re Specialty – Global Markets (MRS-GM), it is our ambition to become the leading Primary Specialty Insurance provider, underpinnedby an effective and adaptablestrategy,superior products and industry leaders working in a supportive environmentto achieve this.

At the heart of our success is a strong culture where people are encouraged to be present, bold and curious, allowing them to achieve their individual goals.

Please see our website for more information.

Head of Sub-Section for EA Speciality Insurance

We are currently looking for a Head of Sub-Section EA Speciality Insurance to be based in London on a full-time basis, reporting into the Head of Data Delivery.

Successful candidates must be prepared to relocate to the specified job location in the job posting and will be employed directly under the hiring entity’s contractual terms.

This role will be part of the Enterprise Architecture Tower for Group Technology (IT 1.5), which defines and drives the overarching Enterprise Architecture (EA) strategy to support business agility and growth across Munich Re Group. The Tower develops multiyear roadmaps covering platforms, products, digital experience, and organizational design—balancing strategic alignment and transformation goals. It ensures consistent policy, monitors architecture delivery, and optimizes the application portfolio to reduce costs and accelerate innovation. Additionally, the Tower provides SDLC tools and processes that enhance global developer productivity in a secure, compliant, and standardized environment.

Company

Munich Re Specialty - Global Markets

Location

London , United Kingdom

Responsibilities:

• Lead a diverse talented and motivated team to provide a comprehensive set of strategies for Global Specialty Insurance (GSI).
• Assess current state, risks and technical viability of the application portfolio, including how well it meets business needs, and determine the options for remediation and manage Transformation Roadmap
• Plan & Align Cluster Plans for our App Portfolio based on Technology Fitness / Business Value Analysis
• Govern the transformation of our Application Portfolio Management & Technology Stacks globally
• Assess and cluster the application portfolio, define and manage roadmap for transformation, setup migration & transformation projects, provide relevant data / TCO to calculate ROI – Business Cases and provide project charters
• Define Roadmaps for Application Portfolio based on Technology Strategy and Reference Architectures
• Reduce technical complexity, App footprint, drive standardization and innovation
• Identify vendors, methodologies and platforms for reliable, serviceable and highly available applications.
• Align strategies, approaches and priorities with business peers and communicate within the diverse internal team.
• Build and support an inclusive team of Enterprise Architects, fostering collaboration, setting priorities, and ensuring a balanced workload for all team members
• Align strategies, approaches, and priorities with business peers, ensuring clear and inclusive communication across the team

Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science / Mathematics / Information Systems
• Advanced / Graduate degree in any of the above or Master of Business Administration preferred
• 10+ years Architecture experience in large Information Systems and Technology organizations, preferably in the Financial Services vertical (banking, insurance, general financial services).
• Strong technical proficiency across multiple capabilities relevant to the role.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for various audiences, including company-wide and C-level stakeholders
• Ability to understand and navigate complex organizational dynamics while guiding the team in balancing competing objectives
• Pronounced analytical and conceptual capabilities coupled with the ability to present complex situations in a clear and precise manner3+ years of professional background as an application developer in respective areas

If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with everything outlined, or you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the candidate we are looking for!