VP Business Transformation - Finance

Sedgwick; Columbia (SC); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick invites applications for the Vice President, Business Transformation - Finance. The role leads major transformation programs across finance and related functions, partnering with senior leaders to prioritize opportunities and drive cross‑functional execution with a data‑driven approach.

The VP will set strategic goals, steer complex programs, and ensure alignment with enterprise objectives, delivering measurable outcomes and fostering continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Management or related field.
• 10+ years in business transformation with management experience.
• Experience in management consulting or enterprise transformation in B2B.
• Experience in financial services (insurance, banking) preferred.
• PM/PgMP/CBTP/Change Management/Six Sigma certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead major business processes and transform functions to deliver measurable impact.
• Orchestrate cross-functional execution aligned with enterprise objectives.
• Drive adoption of data‑driven solutions and technology enablement.
• Set or adjust operational plans and goals for the area.
• Track outcomes, manage risks and embed continuous improvement.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Management or related field

Tools

PMP certification

PgMP

CBTP

Change Management Certification

Six Sigma

Job description

Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & InsuranceVP Business Transformation - Finance

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The Vice President Business Transformation leads major business processes and supports functions that execute the company’s strategies. This role is responsible for delivering results for a core function or multiple areas of a business unit through subordinate managers and senior professionals. The VP partners with senior leaders to identify and prioritize high-impact opportunities, orchestrates cross-functional execution, and drives adoption of innovative, data-driven solutions. The VP sets or changes operational plans and goals for their area, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Leads transformation initiatives that support business unit growth objectives and deliver measurable impact through structured execution and strategic alignment. Designs and delivers transformation programs by coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with strategic goals. Leads process redesign efforts with an emphasis on data-driven thinking and technology enablement to enhance efficiency and unlock innovation. Accelerates deployment of innovative solutions by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing high-impact use cases in collaboration with technology and business leaders. Applies analytical rigor to diagnose root causes, solve complex business problems, and inform data-backed decision-making. Tracks outcomes, manages risks, and embeds a culture of continuous improvement into all transformation efforts to ensure long-term success. Responsible for results delivered for a core function or multiple areas of a business unit through subordinate managers and/or senior professionals. Aligns diverse teams around shared goals, breaking silos and enabling seamless execution of transformation initiatives. Provides support, guidance, leadership, and motivation to promote maximum performance. Administers company personnel policies and follows staffing standards and training recommendations. Interviews, hires, and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts performance discussions.

Bachelor's degree Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university preferred.

Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Certified Business Transformation Professional (CBTP), Change Management Certified Professional, Six Sigma.

Ten (10) years of related experience in business transformation, with several years in a management role having significant business impact or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Experience in management consulting and/or enterprise transformation roles within B2B environments required.

Experience in the financial services sector (insurance, banking) highly preferred.

Applied knowledge of technology-enabled operating models and data dependencies.

Ability to work in a team environment and meet or exceed performance competencies.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.

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