Head of Data Products - Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc.

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Head of Data Products

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To oversee all aspects of Sedgwick’s business from an information technology perspective; to oversee setting the strategy for technology, technology integration, global property IT support and procedures, strategic initiative, department budgeting for the assigned segment of Sedgwick’s business.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides senior leadership to VP and Director level colleagues responsible for the execution of strategic initiatives.
• Provides strategic and tactical direction for all areas within responsible domains.
• Manages highly technical teams working on large complex multi-million dollar initiatives.
• Plans budget for large complex projects and executes on plans to budget.
• Responsible for feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, and the establishment and implementation of new or revised applications, systems, and programs.
• Manages off-shore and on-shore vendor relationships engaged with strategic project execution and planning.
• Prepares and provides executive steering committee updates for CIO and other senior executive leaders.
• Develops roadmap and planning for large complex multi-year projects.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Travels as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
• Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.
• Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major in information systems or management strong preferred.

Experience
Fifteen (15) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include executive or senior IT management responsibilities including leading teams of 50+ colleagues and contractors. Experience implementing and managing off-shore and vendor resources a plus.

Skills & Knowledge

• Exceptional leadership skills
• Ability to lead technology driven teams and projects
• Ability to lead large complex multi-year projects
• Ability to implement and use predictive modeling tools and techniques
• Budget planning and budget management skills
• High level of self-motivation
• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent project management skills
• Ability to lead and mentor senior technology resources
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ingenuity and creativity
• Logical approach to problem solving
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Tenacity and patience
• Understanding of business processes and constraints
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.