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Transformation Manager (PMO)

Location: TBC (preference for Manchester / London or near another location such as Poland)

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Transformation Manager who will support the coordination of our transformation efforts. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing cross-functional projects and communicating progress updates to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

This role reports to the Chief Transformation Officer of the group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare for and lead the bi-weekly PMO meetings which bring together senior stakeholders to highlight updates across a range of strategic growth, operational efficiency, and functional improvement initiatives.
• Engage with initiative owners to understand critical issues and escalate topics that require further discussion
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute critical business initiatives
• Prepare for and communicate progress of our key initiatives in standing forums with the internal leadership team and external stakeholders
• Support the other business units to build a project management skill-set and culture across the organization

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• Proven project management skill-set, ability to effectively gather relevant information and summarize into action plans and critical insights
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in a PMO / transformation role, ideally within a high-paced environment such as consulting or private equity / PE portfolio company
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking
• Results Orientation
• Execution-Focused / Gets Things Done
• Structured / Organized
• Change Management
• Stakeholder management

We are working with a FTSE 30 multi £B turnover business who are looking to hire a Senior Insurance and Risk Manager on a permanent basis. This role will report directly into a board member with the view of progression and a global remit.

The role:

• Lead the team in the delivery of the Global Insurance programmes. This includes all aspects of programme delivery, from management of the relevant broker and engagement with lead insurers, to reviewing and debating policy language and management of claims.
• Lead and manage the external service providers in their delivery of their services in accordance with contractual arrangements.
• Provide a technical insurance escalation for queries arising from internal or external parties.
• Lead the day-to-day ERM team, ensuring delivery of end-to-end ERM process and reporting to various Risk Committees. 
• Support ERM, as liaison for specific functions and regions. Includes providing ad-hoc advice on risk management issues, facilitation of regional risk committee meetings and participation at functional risk meetings.
• Coaching and training of other risk and insurance team members as required

The Person:

• Relevant Insurance qualification is pre-requisite.
• Relevant experience of multi-national insurance programmes, including operational aspects.
• Technical ability with regards to policy wording review and interpretation.
• Experience of managing and maintaining relationships with insurance brokers and insurers is required.
• Experience with Captives would be beneficial.
• Good understanding of ERM practices and terminology would be beneficial.
• Good understanding of the business and operating models is desirable but experience in large multinational organisations is required.

On Offer:

• £125k - £135k plus highly generous bonus scheme
• Hybrid working - 2-3 days from home