Transformation Head - Performance at Prudential plc

Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic leadership, Operations management, Digital transformation, Process re-engineering, Change management, Agile methodology, Lean principles, Performance measurement, KPI management, Stakeholder management, Project management, Insurance domain knowledge, Capability building, Design thinking, People leadership, Business acumen

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Prudential’s purpose is to be partners for every life and protectors for every future. Our purpose encourages everything we do by creating a culture in which diversity is celebrated and inclusion assured, for our people, customers, and partners. We provide a platform for our people to do their best work and make an impact to the business, and we support our people’s career ambitions. We pledge to make Prudential a place where you can Connect, Grow, and Succeed. The Transformation Head - Performance is responsible for leading the various technology and operation excellence initiatives across the organization to ensure alignment of goals and requirements to strategic objectives. The role is accountable for driving the digital strategy, process metrics, and capability management. The role oversees the delivery of high-quality services to the customers, drives operational efficiency and innovation, ensures attainment of SLAs and KPIs, and fosters a culture of customer satisfaction and high-performing employees. Strategic Leadership and Execution Define the vision, mission, and strategic roadmap for Operations aligned with transformation strategy and corporate objectives Serve as the executive sponsor for major innovation initiatives and ensure alignment with enterprise goals Solid leadership and organizational skills to effectively influence strategy and decision making across multiple levels of the organization and diverse business & technology groups. Provide innovative leadership in driving quality performance. Responsible for initiating, planning, executing, controlling and closure of assigned strategic projects with clear ROI showcasing and stakeholder buy-ins. Transformation Portfolio Management Oversee the design and execution of operations and transformation initiatives Establish governance frameworks for programs, including prioritization, resourcing, and risk management Report progress and impact to senior stakeholders in local and group. Performance Measurement & Impact Define KPIs and success metrics that drive success and excellence in operational delivery Ensure measurable business outcomes such as revenue growth, operational efficiency, and customer experience are met within schedule and budget Drive reduction of operational costs across the division through sustainable and scalable initiatives Organizational Transformation Champion new ways of working across the organization, embedding agile and lean principles at scale Drive process re-engineering and digital transformation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency Lead change management efforts to ensure adoption and sustainability of innovation practices Capability Building & Culture Develop and implement capability-building programs on innovation, agile, and design thinking Partner with Learning & Development to curate advanced learning paths for leaders and teams Foster a culture of experimentation, collaboration, and continuous improvement People Leadership & Talent Development Lead and mentor the team, ensuring high performance and succession planning Attract and retain top innovation talent to strengthen organizational capabilities Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., Six Sigma, PMP) is preferred. 8+ years in innovation, transformation, or strategy leadership roles Minimum of 10 years working on technical and non-technical projects Expert-level of insurance domain knowledge with at least 5 years experience in life insurance Strong business acumen and ability to influence at C-suite level Experience in people management. Excellent communication and leadership skills to lead and motivate a growing and changing service operation. Ability to engage with leaders and employees at all levels across the wider business to achieve goals and objectives. Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equality of opportunity of benefits for all who apply and who perform work for our organisation irrespective of sex, race, age, ethnic origin, educational, social and cultural background, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, disability or part-time / fixed-term work, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage the same standards from our recruitment and third-party suppliers taking into account the context of grade, job and location. We also allow for reasonable adjustments to support people with individual physical or mental health requirements. We are Prudential. For Every Life, For Every Future. Prudential plc provides life and health insurance and asset management to 18 million customers across 24 markets in Asia and Africa. We are headquartered in London and Hong Kong and are focused on four strategic regions: Greater China, ASEAN, India and Africa. We are served by around 68,000 average monthly active agents and more than 200 bank partners. Prudential plc is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential Financial, Inc., a company whose principal place of business is in the United States of America or with the Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, a company incorporated in the United Kingdom. Find out more at www.prudentialplc.com Follow us on LinkedIn

Responsibilities

The Transformation Head is responsible for leading technology and operational excellence initiatives to align with strategic objectives and drive digital strategy. This role oversees the transformation portfolio, manages performance metrics, and fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the organization.