Location: London, GB
Drive meaningful change and shape the future of one of the world’s leading reinsurance companies! 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.

ABOUT YOU

You’re a strategic thinker with a passion for driving organizational change and a track record of delivering complex transformation initiatives. 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
• 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

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ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Transformation Manager, 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.

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, the 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