Head of Subsection - Sol Arch Delivery

About us

Munich Re is a global market leader in re-insurance, global specialty insurance and digital solutions.  New technologies are disrupting the insurance value chain. Our innovative minds in IT spearhead the transformation and make change happen. We support clients with a comprehensive range of insurance and risk management products. Our goal is to become even more digital through the expertise of our IT & Tech specialists, and by leveraging data and insights to support innovation and client service. We are therefore making targeted IT investments and helping our insurance clients and partners to tackle problems in the modern digital world with innovative and forward-looking solutions.  

At the heart of our success is a strong culture where people are encouraged to be present, bold and curious, allowing them to achieve their individual goals.  

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Head of Subsection – Solution Architecture Delivery

We are currently looking for a Head of Subsection for Solution Architecture Delivery to be based in London on a full-time basis, reporting into the Head of Section.

Responsibilities:

Architecture

• Leads collaboration with business stakeholders to understand requirements and align solutions with business goals.
• Leads the development of architectures for complex systems, ensuring consistency with IT target architecture, specified requirements agreed with customers
• Manages and develops the target design, policies and standards, working proactively to maintain a stable, viable architecture
• Establishes policy and strategy for the selection of complex systems architecture components, and coordinates design activities, promoting the discipline to ensure consistency
• Communicates complex architecture objectives to business and consults during the development of product requirements.  Provides oversight throughout design implementation into a productive solution.
• Ensures the solution meets functional, non-functional, and regulatory requirements (especially in domains like insurance).
• Designs the overall architecture that includes applications, data, and infrastructure, ensuring it aligns with the strategic goals of the organization.  Works in close collaboration with other respective architect to meet this expectation.
• Presentations to Business partners that describes clear understanding of the business requirements and covey/propose technology solutions
• Often deals with cross-domain challenges, ensuring different components work together as a cohesive system

Business and Technology Alignment

• Focuses heavily on how technology supports business outcomes and works closely with non-technical teams.
• Responsible for bridging the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders
• Utilise knowledge across multiple Technology disciplines (e.g., software, infrastructure, integration, security) and collaborates with respective

Knowledge and Skills

• Preferably a University degree in Computer engineering / IT or similar qualification
• 10+ years of experience in delivery of IT solutions in the insurance industry, preferably Specialty Insurance lines
• Insurance Domain Knowledge: A solid understanding of the insurance industry, particularly the unique aspects and complexities of the Specialty Commercial Insurance, including insurance underwriting, claims processing, risk management, customer journey in Insurance, Insurance products, Market Specific Insurance practices (e.g Lloyd’s) , and regulatory requirements (ISO, OSFI, GDPR).
• Ability to understand and interpret Business Requirements and convert them into Technology implementation specifications for the development and integrations teams to follow; thus, solving business programs using Technology platforms and tools available within our environment.
• Skilled at effective Business engagement and providing Technology consulting.  Strong communication and presentation skills to articulate technical concepts and solutions to non-technical stakeholders and senior management.
• IT Architecture and Systems: Strong knowledge of IT architecture principles, enterprise architecture frameworks, and various technology platforms.  Familiarity with core insurance systems like policy administration, claims management, reinsurance, and reporting systems used in the insurance industry.
• Strong experience in Application Development, Data, and Systems integrations.  Preferred experience in Technology/Platforms and/or Insurance specific technology solutions (SaaS Platforms etc.) 
• Proven experience in designing and developing solutions (Solution Development life cycles, and the application of IT risk & security considerations)
• Strong ability to lead and inspire a team of architects and other technology professionals.  Ability to provide direction, guidance, mentorship and support.
• Strong knowledge of cloud-based solutions and emerging technologies in the insurance industry. Understanding how these technologies can be applied to improve processes and enhance customer experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with various stakeholders, including business users, IT teams, vendors, and senior management. The ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders is essential.

If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with everything outlined, or you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the candidate we are looking for!

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Munich Re, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion foster innovation and resilience and enable us to act braver and better. Embracing the power of DEI is at the core of who we are. We recognise diversity can be multi-dimensional, intersectional, and complex, so we want to build a diverse workforce that includes a wide range of racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender identities; economic and geographic backgrounds; physical abilities; ages; life, school, and career experiences; and political, religious, and personal beliefs. Additionally, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive work environment where this diversity is celebrated, valued, and has equitable opportunities to succeed.

All candidates in consideration for any role can request a reasonable adjustment at any point in our recruitment process. You can request an adjustment by speaking to your Talent Acquisition contact.

Learning and innovating today, striving for sustainable societies and business tomorrow

At Munich Re Specialty – Global Markets our approach to ESG is underpinned by our desire to seize business opportunities and to nurture a stimulating and inclusive work environment. Our ESG strategy aims to deliver holistic impacts across environmental, social and governance topics including supporting a number of local initiatives within our community and offering volunteering opportunities for colleagues.

Learn more about sustainability at Munich Re – choose your impact! 

Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• 10% Non-contributory Pension
• Eligibility for an Annual Bonus
• Private Medical + Dental Insurance
• Critical illness insurance + Life Assurance + Permanent Health Insurance
• Wellbeing and Development Scheme + EAP + Health Assessments (subject to scheme eligibility)
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Study & continuing Professional Development Support
• Hybrid Working + IT Home Set-up Support

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