Transformation Manager

Functional Title

Transformation Manager

Corporate Band

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Swiss Re Entity

Swiss Re Global Business Solutions India Private Limited

Job Family

Business Transformation

Global Function

GDTOLocation:Bangalore or HyderabadTransformation Manager (Hybrid)Drive meaningful change and shape the future of one of the world's leading reinsurance companies from our vibrant India hubs! Join our dynamic Transformation Office as we embark on an exciting journey to revolutionize how Swiss Re's 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 India's thriving tech ecosystem.

About The Role

As a Transformation Manager based in Bangalore or Hyderabad, you'll be at the forefront of GDTO's 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

• Design and implement GDTO's 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 Re's 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 The Team

The Transformation Office is part of the newly formed Chief Operating Office for GDTO. Our team plays a critical role in driving and managing significant change initiatives across the organization. We ensure all transformation efforts are sustainable and deliver lasting improvements in cost efficiency, capability enhancement, and productivity. Working collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels, we help shape the future of Swiss Re's digital and technology operations.

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

• 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 Re's 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
  

Travel between Bangalore and Hyderabad and to other global Swiss Re locations may be required.

About Swiss Re Corporate Solutions

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer. We anticipate and manage risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime.Swiss Re Corporate Solutions is the commercial insurance arm of the Swiss Re Group. We offer innovative insurance solutions to large and midsized multinational corporations from our approximately 50 locations worldwide. We help clients mitigate their risk exposure, whilst our industry-leading claims service provides them with additional peace of mind.Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. Swiss Re Corporate Solutions embraces a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

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