Head of Data Analytics and Transformation IH

Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company
Glasgow
2 months ago
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  • Data Analysis and Reporting: Oversee the development and delivery of data analytics projects, ensuring they meet business requirements and deadlines.* D&A tooling: Oversee and manage the implementation of business intelligence tools and data hosting platforms to support data-driven decision-making.* Wider business acumen and strategic thinking mindset.* Results-driven execution orientation.* Ability to effectively collaborate with all levels of stakeholders including C-level.* Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.* Ability to operate in context of ambiguity* Operate and influence across regions in a global multi-cultural work context.* Strong knowledge and experience in Agile transformation and experience in working with Agile methodologies.* Demonstrated ability to engage work and manage technology teams and workstreams* High levels of initiative with a proactive and solutions driven approach.* Ability to communicate at a high level and explain concepts in a clear and concise fashion while being detail-oriented and organized in execution.* Ability to research, prepare and deliver internal presentations in a range of formats and settings.* Excellent negotiation, influencing and persuasive skills.* Able to operate as a respected and influential member of the Technology and D&A leadership team with demonstrated ability in influencing, motivating, coaching and consulting.* Proven 10+ year experience in a technology, data and analytics management role, preferably within the healthcare or health insurance industry. Experience in driving transformation within a data analytics or technology function.* Self-starter mentality with can-do attitude.* Strong leadership and team management skills.* Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.* Experience with business intelligence tools, such as Tableau, Power BI, or Qlik.* Knowledge of data governance frameworks and best practices.* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.* Ability to work in a fast-paced, international environment* In depth knowledge of the Health Insurance business and data and analytics needs* Competitive salary* Multicultural and hybrid working environment* Private Medical Insurance* Employee Wellbeing Benefits* Educational Development Program
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