Manager - Delivery Lead - Speciality, Insurance Technology, FS

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Delivery Lead to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the chance to work on transformative projects in the Insurance Technology sector, utilizing cutting-edge solutions such as Blockchain and Cloud Capabilities. You will lead project teams, manage end-to-end delivery, and foster strong client relationships, all while contributing to a culture of innovation and collaboration. With a commitment to career development and flexible working options, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of technology consulting.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Flexible benefits

Support for career development

Coaching and feedback culture

Opportunities to develop new skills

Qualifications

• Experience with Target Operating Models and Process Automation.
• Strong background in Insurance and technology implementations.

Responsibilities

• Managing project teams and leading Scrum teams in technology programmes.
• Ensuring high client satisfaction through quality delivery.

Skills

Solution architecture

Large-scale programme delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Technology package implementation

Team leadership

Education

Experience in Insurance

Experience in large technology implementations

Tools

Guidewire

Fadata

Duckcreek

Pega

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Manager - Delivery Lead - Speciality, Insurance Technology, FS, London

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Client:

EY

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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The opportunity

As part of the EY Insurance Technology practice, you will have the opportunity to work across a portfolio of engagements that will challenge you in areas such as Insurance Core Technology implementations, applying Blockchain technology to insurance, Mobile & Portals and Cloud Capabilities. Our EMEIA focus means that our team has a footprint that spans several geographies in Europe and continued investment in our practice has grown the team 30% year-on-year.

We are a trusted advisor for many of the leading EMEIA Specialty Insurance providers. We advise & help them design their strategic roadmaps, architect & execute transformation of their legacy systems & help them acquire a leading position in their customer’s mind. Recently we helped a specialty insurer transform the operational platform and data capability to prepare for the London Markets strategic delivery of Lloyd’s of London’s Blueprint II.

You would be working as part of an engagement team whose remit is to effect business transformation.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with an Agile mindset, business problem solving skills, industry knowledge of Insurance and/or Management and Technology Consulting practices to supplement our strong capabilities and fuel our continued growth.

Location(s): London, Edinburgh, Birmingham

Your key responsibilities

• Managing and leading project teams as part of larger projects;
• Leading Scrum teams / workstreams as part of large technology programme agile delivery in a cross countries model;
• Managing end-to-end project delivery through effective project management, within agreed financial and time constraints;
• Ensuring high level of client satisfaction through high quality delivery and performance;
• Demonstrating knowledge and experience in one or more market areas and technical skills (Policy, Billing and Claims in General Insurance or Life Insurance);
• Building long term trusted advisor relationships with our clients;
• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities by aiding proposals and pre-sales teams;
• Assisting in developing EY solutions and supporting tools and methods;
• Supporting EY practice and people development activities (recruitment, training), and liaising with service line teams, account and functional specialists.

Skills and attributes for success

• Solution architecture; Large scale programme delivery ( agile and waterfall)
• Technology package implementation ( Guidewire, Fadata, Duckcreek, etc.)
• IT Strategy: Leading and developing a team
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and manage cross functional projects
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholder communities with varying levels of experience
• Intellectual strength / flexibility to rapidly understand complex problems and rationalise these into a workable solution which can then be delivered
• Experience of developing propositions that are current and relevant to our clients
• Ability to develop and deliver high quality output against stated project objectives and meet tight deadlines
• High level of drive, commitment to achieving solutions, and ability to work under pressure
• Team player and leader who openly supports, encourages and shares knowledge with colleagues

To qualify for the role you must have

• Target Operating Model; Process Automation, BPM and Digital Platforms, Pega, Mobile, Portals;
• Experience in Insurance gained through a top tier consultancy, a specialist financial services consultancy and/or a top tier insurer
• Experience of working on large technology implementations from a business or technical perspective with knowledge of requirements gathering and process definition;
• Track record of successful delivery on large technology implementations, from business requirements gathering through go-live.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Good appreciation of current market trends and how these are likely to impact key industry players
• Technical grounding and proven experience developing technical requirements and specifications, including knowledge of software engineering methodologies, reporting tools, modelling and testing

What we look for

• Strong interest and commitment to developing and delivering leading edge solutions
• We look for individuals who show the potential to develop strong client relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate intellectual strength / flexibility to rapidly understand complex problems and rationalise these into a workable solution which can then be delivered
• Team players who openly support, encourage and share knowledge with colleagues

What working at EY offers

• We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:
• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

About EY

As a global provider of assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.