Job Details: Head of Applications, Enabling Functions
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Head of Applications, Enabling Functions Employment Type:
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Who are we?
Look at the latest headlines and you will see something Ki insures. Think space shuttles, world tours, wind farms, and even footballers’ legs.
Ki’s mission is simple. Digitally disrupt and revolutionise a 335-year-old market. Working with Google and UCL, Ki has created a platform that uses algorithms, machine learning and large language models to give insurance brokers quotes in seconds, rather than days.
Ki is proudly the biggest global algorithmic insurance carrier. It is the fastest growing syndicate in the Lloyd's of London market, and the first ever to make $100m in profit in 3 years.
Ki’s teams have varied backgrounds and work together in an agile, cross-functional way to build the very best experience for its customers. Ki has big ambitions but needs more excellent minds to challenge the status-quo and help it reach new horizons.
We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Applications, Enabling Functions to join us. In this pivotal role, you will lead four agile squads dedicated to our enabling functions, which includes Actuarial & Risk, Finance & HR, Underwriting Operations, and Legal & Compliance. You will collaborate closely with Business Transformation Managers and Delivery Managers to identify capability gaps, develop strategic roadmaps, and ensure the seamless delivery of application services. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for driving technological excellence and operational efficiency, we invite you to be part of our transformative journey. Principal Accountabilities: Leadership & Strategy:
Lead and mentor four agile squads aligned with enabling functions (Actuarial & Risk, Finance & HR, Underwriting Operations, Legal & Compliance). Develop and execute strategic roadmaps in collaboration with Business Transformation Managers. Capability Development:
Identify and address capability gaps and improvement opportunities within the enterprise architecture. Ensure alignment with business goals and objectives. Project Management:
Oversee the delivery of projects on time and within budget. Coordinate with Delivery Managers to ensure effective project execution and resource allocation. Operational Excellence:
Ensure the operational services of applications, including security, configuration, and third-party management, are maintained. Liaise with the Service Desk to resolve issues promptly. Performance Monitoring:
Utilize Jira and Service Desk tools to track and report on KPIs, SLAs, and other performance metrics. Drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights. Team Leadership:
Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities to team members. Roadmap Development:
Collaborate with stakeholders to create and maintain a strategic roadmap for application development and enhancements. Ensure alignment with business priorities and technological advancements. Stakeholder Communication:
Communicate effectively with senior leadership and stakeholders to provide updates on project status, risks, and opportunities. Ensure transparency and alignment across the organization. ROI Analysis:
Evaluate the return on investment (ROI) for application projects and initiatives. Present findings and recommendations to senior management to support decision-making. Innovation & Improvement:
Promote a culture of innovation by encouraging the adoption of new technologies and methodologies. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Required Skills and Experience: Professional certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or TOGAF, and Agile/Scrum certifications like Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or PMI-ACP. Extensive experience in IT management, within a leadership role. Proven track record of setting up and leading departments of 20-40 people, both directly and indirectly, and managing vendors and third-party service providers. Strong background in enterprise architecture and capability development, with extensive experience in project management, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic roadmaps in collaboration with business transformation managers. Proficiency in Jira, Service Desk, and other performance monitoring tools. Experience in budget management and financial resource allocation. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards for compliance and security. Proven ability to drive innovation and process improvements within an organization. Join us to make a significant impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of our digital workplace. Our culture:
Inclusion & Diversity is at the heart of our business at Ki. We recognise that diversity in age, race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, physical ability, thought and social background bring richness to our working environment. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, or who you love, we believe you should be you.
You’ll get a highly competitive remuneration and benefits package. This is kept under constant review to make sure it stays relevant. We understand the power of saying thank you and take time to acknowledge and reward extraordinary effort by teams or individuals.
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Full details of the job. Vacancy Name:
Head of Applications, Enabling Functions Employment Type:
Permanent Location:
London Role Details:
Who are we?
Look at the latest headlines and you will see something Ki insures. Think space shuttles, world tours, wind farms, and even footballers’ legs.
Ki’s mission is simple. Digitally disrupt and revolutionise a 335-year-old market. Working with Google and UCL, Ki has created a platform that uses algorithms, machine learning and large language models to give insurance brokers quotes in seconds, rather than days.
Ki is proudly the biggest global algorithmic insurance carrier. It is the fastest growing syndicate in the Lloyd's of London market, and the first ever to make $100m in profit in 3 years.
Ki’s teams have varied backgrounds and work together in an agile, cross-functional way to build the very best experience for its customers. Ki has big ambitions but needs more excellent minds to challenge the status-quo and help it reach new horizons.
We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Applications, Enabling Functions to join us. In this pivotal role, you will lead four agile squads dedicated to our enabling functions, which includes Actuarial & Risk, Finance & HR, Underwriting Operations, and Legal & Compliance. You will collaborate closely with Business Transformation Managers and Delivery Managers to identify capability gaps, develop strategic roadmaps, and ensure the seamless delivery of application services. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for driving technological excellence and operational efficiency, we invite you to be part of our transformative journey. Principal Accountabilities: Leadership & Strategy:
Lead and mentor four agile squads aligned with enabling functions (Actuarial & Risk, Finance & HR, Underwriting Operations, Legal & Compliance). Develop and execute strategic roadmaps in collaboration with Business Transformation Managers. Capability Development:
Identify and address capability gaps and improvement opportunities within the enterprise architecture. Ensure alignment with business goals and objectives. Project Management:
Oversee the delivery of projects on time and within budget. Coordinate with Delivery Managers to ensure effective project execution and resource allocation. Operational Excellence:
Ensure the operational services of applications, including security, configuration, and third-party management, are maintained. Liaise with the Service Desk to resolve issues promptly. Performance Monitoring:
Utilize Jira and Service Desk tools to track and report on KPIs, SLAs, and other performance metrics. Drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights. Team Leadership:
Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities to team members. Roadmap Development:
Collaborate with stakeholders to create and maintain a strategic roadmap for application development and enhancements. Ensure alignment with business priorities and technological advancements. Stakeholder Communication:
Communicate effectively with senior leadership and stakeholders to provide updates on project status, risks, and opportunities. Ensure transparency and alignment across the organization. ROI Analysis:
Evaluate the return on investment (ROI) for application projects and initiatives. Present findings and recommendations to senior management to support decision-making. Innovation & Improvement:
Promote a culture of innovation by encouraging the adoption of new technologies and methodologies. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Required Skills and Experience: Professional certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or TOGAF, and Agile/Scrum certifications like Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or PMI-ACP. Extensive experience in IT management, within a leadership role. Proven track record of setting up and leading departments of 20-40 people, both directly and indirectly, and managing vendors and third-party service providers. Strong background in enterprise architecture and capability development, with extensive experience in project management, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic roadmaps in collaboration with business transformation managers. Proficiency in Jira, Service Desk, and other performance monitoring tools. Experience in budget management and financial resource allocation. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards for compliance and security. Proven ability to drive innovation and process improvements within an organization. Join us to make a significant impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of our digital workplace. Our culture:
Inclusion & Diversity is at the heart of our business at Ki. We recognise that diversity in age, race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, physical ability, thought and social background bring richness to our working environment. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, or who you love, we believe you should be you.
You’ll get a highly competitive remuneration and benefits package. This is kept under constant review to make sure it stays relevant. We understand the power of saying thank you and take time to acknowledge and reward extraordinary effort by teams or individuals.
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