Senior Consultant

About Sollers ConsultingSollers Consulting is more than a consultancy and software integrator. As a company founded in 2000, our mission has been to transform the financial & insurance industries by helping them adapt to new technologies.The power of collaboration and the limitless potential of Sollers people are at the root of our success. We strive to be the best at what we do, both in the eyes of our team and our customers. We put people at the heart of every project.Join us and make Sollers be driven by... you!About the role:*About our promises. We can offer:*Flexible working hours and a hybrid home office model (2-3 times per week in the office) as work-life balance is crucial at Sollers.A chance to be promoted twice a year and a clearly defined career path with salary forecast.Opportunities for growth with a training budget that you can use for courses and conferences. We also provide access to an online training platform and co-fund language classes.An internal coach to guide you through the onboarding, further training and career opportunities, plus a budget to be used for your lunches together.A chance to #domore for the planet and the community as part of Sollers Change Makers - our volunteering program.Lots of teambuilding activities, trips, hobby groups and cultural events to create a company powered by teamwork.*About the role. You will:*Project Role in Implementation and Advisory Projects• Be a key member of IT project teams for insurance companies• Lead large Agile projects or independently manage project streams• Act as a Product Owner, Scrum Master, or business architect as needed• Support our Clients with your knowledge by acting as an advisor• Conduct complex business analysis, define functional requirements, and design solutions• Mentor junior team members and collaborate with software developers and IT architectsSupport of Sales Activities:• Lead B2B sales efforts, including cross-selling and up-selling• Present new ideas to clients and participate in discussions with key stakeholders• Handle communication in challenging situations, including delivering difficult news• Coordinate preparation of proposals, present proposals to the clients' key stakeholdersSupport Company Development:• Lead your own area within the company, independently or with support from an experienced supervisor• Drive team engagement and motivate others to take ownership of topics• Challenge the strategic decisions on development directions when necessary• Build and maintain relationships with key client stakeholders• Ensure smooth communication and problem-solving across the company*About the requirements. You need:*• At least 5 years of professional experience in IT projects within the *US/Canada P&C insurance market*Experience with implementation projects of large enterprise software *(Guidewire preferred)*• A comprehensive understanding of how insurance companies operate, including relevant processes and business models• Experience in functional design and implementation of IT solutions• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with clients• Creativity, resourcefulness, and proactivity in solving complex problems• Strong analytical thinking and synthesis skills to ensure the quality of your team's deliverables• Proven team management skills and accountability for team results*About the wishes. Nice to haves:*• Project management skills and experience• Experience in implementation-related or strategic consulting, particularly in insurance• Ability to build strong, lasting relationships with client stakeholders, including C-level executivesJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:* Flexible schedule* Tuition reimbursementCompensation Package:* Bonus opportunitiesEducation:* Bachelor's (Required)Work Location: Hybrid remote in North Chicago, IL 60064

Created: 2024-11-14