Lead IT strategy and drive innovation across a growing insurance business. Oversee multiple technology areas, including project management, software engineering, and infrastructure. Develop and implement AI-driven initiatives.
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Technical Skills Required
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Job Description
IT Director - Insurance Transformation & AI Innovation
£130,000 - £150,000
Remote | Oxfordshire
As IT Director you’ll join a growing insurance business currently undertaking several technology programmes. They are evolving into a technology and data-led business, with this role at the forefront of its modernisation journey. You’ll play a key role in driving innovation, AI adoption, and automation across the organisation.
You will oversee several strategic technology areas, including Project/Programmes, Product Management, Software Engineering, and Infrastructure. You will be technical, ideally with some development experience, and have a good steer on IT Programmes. With the ability to be hands on in the delivery of project/programmes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute Technology strategy across the business, including several in flight cloud transformation programmes and upcoming AI-driven initiatives.
- Build strong relationships across the business and technology teams to ensure smooth and effective technology change initiatives.
- Have proven Insurance experience, understanding best practices and initiatives within the sector
- Experience leading post-acquisition technology integration across varied IT environments.
- Lead the adoption of AI and automation in development, contact centre processes, dynamic pricing, and quote systems (including Natural Language Models).
- Ensure integration across multiple systems and platforms while scanning the horizon for emerging technologies relevant to insurance.
We’re looking for:
- A Head of IT/IT Director with demonstrable experience in the insurance industry and deep understanding of its operational and regulatory landscape.
- Technically proficient leader to help deliver several technical projects and guide teams through AI-driven transformation.
- Leadership across core technology pillars including Product Development, Engineering, Infrastructure, and Data.
- Innovative mindset with a passion for leveraging AI and automation to modernise processes.
- Ability to be hands on and work in a fast paced, delivery focused environment
You will receive:
- Salary up to £150,000
- Performance bonus up to 25%
- Private Medical
- Fully remote working model with occasional visits to the office as required