AVP, Senior Organizational Strategy Consultant (International)

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Zurich North America is hiring an experienced AVP, Senior Organizational Strategy Consultant (International) to join our Operations team in Schaumburg! We are also open to hiring talent at our offices in Chicago & New York.

As a member of Zurich's Operations team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your Project Management and analytical skills. Specifically, you will have the opportunity to work with the International Operations team on projects such as creating Underwriting models and rules, Operating models, technology transformations and automation initiatives.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Work with business unit/strategic support unit and/or Global Senior Leadership in the identification of business improvement opportunities, and acts as a catalyst to accelerate and drive the execution of solutions that integrate enterprise and business unit/strategic support unit strategic direction.

• Facilitate the strategic and/or tactical business planning process, and provides methodologies and tools to sponsors & teams to drive initiatives to intended results

• Facilitate the strategic and/or tactical business planning process, and provides methodologies and tools to sponsors & teams to drive initiatives to intended results

• Partner across US and Global Business Units to leverage enterprise processes and solutions to support integrated or Business Units specific solutions as appropriate.

• Demonstrate an ability to create a 'win/win' solutions through leadership, influence, facilitation and teamwork.

• Provide methodologies and tools to sponsors and team members to support initiatives and institutionalize a culture that embraces innovation and transformation.

• Ensure appropriate change management practices are effectively utilized throughout the life cycle to improve execution and delivery of results.

• In the capacity of 'portfolio manager', demonstrate an awareness of all BU/SSU initiatives, understand where initiatives overlap and intersect, and provide a portfolio view of all change associated with the initiatives such that effective prioritization can occur at the BU/SSU level. Act as a touch point for the enterprise project prioritization process.

Basic Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelors Degree and 7 or more years of experience in the Claims, Consulting, Risk Engineering or Underwriting area

OR

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 9 or more years of experience in the Claims, Consulting, Risk Engineering or Underwriting area

OR

• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree and 7 or more years of experience in the Claims, Consulting, Risk Engineering or Underwriting area

AND

• Experience in Organizational Effectiveness or Change Management

• Experience in the application of existing and/or change management methodologies and tools

• Project management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree

• PMP certification

• International insurance industry knowledge with subject matter expertise in at least one functional insurance discipline; such as Underwriting, Claims, Risk, Engineering

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. For additional information about our Total Rewards, Click here (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/benefits) . Other rewards may include short term incentive bonuses and merit increases. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply, and will be considered based on experience, skill, and education. The salary provided is a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $131,100.00 - $170,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time ( https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq ).

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers) to learn more.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet

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Location(s): AM - Schaumburg, AM - New York

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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