Drive meaningful change and shape the future of one of the worlds leading reinsurance companies from our vibrant India hubs! Join our dynamic Transformation Office as we embark on an exciting journey to revolutionize how Swiss Res Global Digital & Technology Operations (GDTO) delivers value. This Vice President role offers a unique opportunity to influence large-scale transformation initiatives that will create lasting impact across our global organization while building our presence in Indias thriving tech ecosystem.
About the Role
As a Transformation Manager based in Bangalore or Hyderabad, you'll be at the forefront of GDTOs multi-year transformation journey, working with senior leaders to deliver significant change initiatives that enhance our capabilities, optimize costs, and improve productivity. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution to bring our transformation vision to life while supporting our growing operations in India.
Key responsibilities:
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Design and implement
GDTOs transformation blueprint and operating model in collaboration with key stakeholders -
Drive sustainable change
by ensuring all transformation initiatives deliver lasting cost, capability, and productivity improvements -
Monitor and evaluate
transformation initiatives to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery and measurable business outcomes -
Collaborate effectively
with the Head of the Transformation Office of GDTO, colleagues in the Transformation Office, Division heads, Divisional Operating Officers, project managers, and Finance teams -
Champion project management excellence
by leveraging Swiss Res Targeted Standard for Project Management -
Build consensus
across diverse stakeholder groups to overcome barriers and accelerate transformation -
Balance strategic vision
with practical implementation to deliver both short-term wins and long-term value -
Perform people analytics
to accelerate local recruiting, identify knowledge transfer imperatives, and achieve the successful execution of our new Target Operating Model -
Support recruiting drives
on the ground to build high-performing teams aligned with transformation goals
About You
You are a strategic thinker with a passion for driving organizational change and a track record of delivering complex transformation initiatives in the local business environment. You thrive in collaborative environments where you can engage with diverse stakeholders, challenge conventional thinking, and develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Your excellent communication skills enable you to influence at all levels and build strong relationships across the organization.
We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:
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Consulting experience
: Worked as a project manager or above in consulting or as a project manager of large transformations in a financial services firm, preferably in (re-)insurance -
Proven track record
: Led and executed successfully at least one large and complex digital transformation initiative -
Project management skillset
: Demonstrated stringent execution capabilities, effective communication, analytical thinking, and stakeholder management -
People analytics background
: Experience applying data-driven approaches to workforce planning, talent management, and organizational design -
Collaborative approach
: Strong influence and listening skills with the ability to remove barriers through effective communication and cross-functional collaboration
These are additional nice to haves:
- Experience working in the insurance or reinsurance industry
- Background in IT through work experience and/or education
- Knowledge of Swiss Res organizational structure and processes
- Experience with change management methodologies
- Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
- Experience working in global, cross-cultural environments
- Familiarity with the local tech talent landscape and business networks