Cognizant
Location: London, UK Work Mode: Hybrid Level: Associate Director Domain: Banking & Finance - Retail & Neo Banking About the Role As a Consulting Principal in our Banking & Financial Services (BFS) Consulting practice, you will drive strategic advisory engagements and shape high impact transformation programmes across the UK's retail and neo banking landscape. You will blend deep industry expertise with strong consulting acumen to help clients reimagine customer experiences, modernize core banking propositions, and adopt next generation technologies-including agentic AI and open finance capabilities. You will be a senior leader within the practice, contributing to our go to market strategy, cultivating long term executive relationships, and mentoring the next generation of consulting talent. In This Role, You Will: Lead strategic advisory and delivery engagements across customer proposition design, customer journey blueprints, new product launches, and AI-enabled innovation in retail and neo banks. Assess regulatory, innovation and policy developments, including open finance, accessibility, financial crime and fraud evolution, and Consumer Duty-translating these into actionable transformation themes. Shape solution roadmaps and partner with cross-functional stakeholders to convert emerging technologies into practical, differentiated client propositions. Lead or contribute to RFP/RFI/RFX cycles, solution shaping and proposal development for banking transformation and innovation programmes. Collaborate with technology, cloud, regtech, and platform partners to build integrated value propositions for retail banking clients. Author high-quality thought leadership, including whitepapers, viewpoints, case studies, and regulatory and innovation perspectives. Mentor and develop Managers and Consultants, leading capability uplift sessions across the practice. Represent Cognizant at industry forums, client workshops, and partner events as a recognised subject matter expert. What You Must Have to Be Considered 10-15 years' experience in consulting or direct industry roles across retail or neo banking, with a focus on business and technology transformation. Demonstrated experience delivering customer experience, cost optimisation, technology modernisation, compliance uplift, and agile transformation engagements. Deep understanding of the UK retail banking ecosystem including competitive landscape, customer behaviours, and regulatory environment. Proven ability to create and present frameworks, strategy recommendations, and thought leadership to senior stakeholders. Ability to simplify complex concepts and communicate effectively with both executive and technical audiences. Strong working knowledge of global regulatory developments, compliance themes, and banking standards. These Will Help You Succeed Passion for shaping the future of retail and digital banking. Strong commercial acumen and consultative problem solving skills. Ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative consulting environment. A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and innovation. Work Model This is a Hybrid role, requiring attendance at client sites or our London office as aligned to project or business requirements. Apply By 15 March, 2026
Location: London, UK Work Mode: Hybrid Level: Associate Director Domain: Banking & Finance - Retail & Neo Banking About the Role As a Consulting Principal in our Banking & Financial Services (BFS) Consulting practice, you will drive strategic advisory engagements and shape high impact transformation programmes across the UK's retail and neo banking landscape. You will blend deep industry expertise with strong consulting acumen to help clients reimagine customer experiences, modernize core banking propositions, and adopt next generation technologies-including agentic AI and open finance capabilities. You will be a senior leader within the practice, contributing to our go to market strategy, cultivating long term executive relationships, and mentoring the next generation of consulting talent. In This Role, You Will: Lead strategic advisory and delivery engagements across customer proposition design, customer journey blueprints, new product launches, and AI-enabled innovation in retail and neo banks. Assess regulatory, innovation and policy developments, including open finance, accessibility, financial crime and fraud evolution, and Consumer Duty-translating these into actionable transformation themes. Shape solution roadmaps and partner with cross-functional stakeholders to convert emerging technologies into practical, differentiated client propositions. Lead or contribute to RFP/RFI/RFX cycles, solution shaping and proposal development for banking transformation and innovation programmes. Collaborate with technology, cloud, regtech, and platform partners to build integrated value propositions for retail banking clients. Author high-quality thought leadership, including whitepapers, viewpoints, case studies, and regulatory and innovation perspectives. Mentor and develop Managers and Consultants, leading capability uplift sessions across the practice. Represent Cognizant at industry forums, client workshops, and partner events as a recognised subject matter expert. What You Must Have to Be Considered 10-15 years' experience in consulting or direct industry roles across retail or neo banking, with a focus on business and technology transformation. Demonstrated experience delivering customer experience, cost optimisation, technology modernisation, compliance uplift, and agile transformation engagements. Deep understanding of the UK retail banking ecosystem including competitive landscape, customer behaviours, and regulatory environment. Proven ability to create and present frameworks, strategy recommendations, and thought leadership to senior stakeholders. Ability to simplify complex concepts and communicate effectively with both executive and technical audiences. Strong working knowledge of global regulatory developments, compliance themes, and banking standards. These Will Help You Succeed Passion for shaping the future of retail and digital banking. Strong commercial acumen and consultative problem solving skills. Ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative consulting environment. A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and innovation. Work Model This is a Hybrid role, requiring attendance at client sites or our London office as aligned to project or business requirements. Apply By 15 March, 2026
Deloitte
Location: Bristol, London, Manchester Connect to your Industry Do you want to be at the heart of some of the biggest and most ambitious programmes undertaken to keep our country safe? We are proud of the impact we have with Defence and Security clients, the strength of our relationships, and the variety of our skills and expertise that we bring to help them achieve their mission. We're growing our team. If you are cleared to SC or DV level, we are very keen to hear from you. Connect to Extended Enterprise In a world that is constantly changing, organisations need to adapt quickly to respond to new risks and take advantage of new opportunities. Deloitte's Cyber practice advises organisations on how to effectively mitigate risk and make informed and intelligent risk decisions around business processes, technology and operations. The Extended Enterprise (EE) team assists in identifying, evaluating and mitigating risks associated with external business relationships. Our services focus on improving confidence in an organisation's contractual relationships and include assisting with the validation of information exchanged between organisations and their customers, vendors and third-party service providers. Our services also help organisations improve the effectiveness and efficiency of their contract compliance monitoring processes and controls, resulting in improved business performance. Connect to your career at Deloitte Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more. What brings us all together at Deloitte? It's how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it matters most. Connect to your opportunity The Deloitte Extended Enterprise IT Asset Management team is made up of business advisory professionals, as well as experienced IT practitioners, collaborating to assist clients in managing the multi-layered complexity of IT Asset Management (ITAM) programs. We offer a variety of services, from focussed diagnostics and vendor baselines to full ITAM implementations. As a neutral third party, we aim to provide a truly objective perspective on monitoring and governing IT assets. We offer a distinct approach that encompasses not just tools, but also people and processes - helping clients put the right skill sets, accountability and governance in place to effectively manage IT assets throughout the entire lifecycle. The right candidate would be expected to work in a team environment with Deloitte colleagues and client stakeholders. For more senior positions, candidates would also be expected to focus on business development and long-term client relationships, delivery of projects and managing and developing junior members of the team with the aim of growing Deloitte's IT Asset Management and Extended Enterprise practice. Connect to your skills and professional experience All applicants must hold UK security clearance to Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) level. Essential Soft Skills We are looking for candidates with following behaviours and experience: The ability to analyse complex issues, identify root causes, and develop innovative solutions is crucial. Building and maintaining strong client relationships, understanding their needs. Clear and effective communication is vital, whether it's presenting findings, leading meetings, or collaborating with team members and clients. The capacity to mentor junior consultants and take charge of projects to achieve desired outcomes. The role often involves rapid changes and diverse projects, so adaptability to new environments and situations is key. Collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams, both internally and with clients, is essential for the role. The ability to handle multiple tasks and projects efficiently, meeting deadlines and managing workloads effectively, both independently and as part of a wider delivery team. Applying logical thinking, data analysis, and critical reasoning to solve complex business problems. Demonstrate a personal accountability for performance and delivery against project deadlines. Effectively managing a team, including performance evaluation, career development, and conflict resolution. The ability to address and resolve conflicts within the team and with clients, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Developing and implementing strategic plans to achieve both short-term and long-term objectives. A commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in project deliverables and adherence to compliance requirements. Technical Skills Our projects vary greatly, and your responsibility will differ based on the focus of the client engagement and your skillset, but could include: Strong analytical skills to collect, interpret, and manipulate software asset data to make informed decisions. Applying ITAM as a tool for business transformation, aligning software assets with clients' goals and designing and maintaining IT processes. Proficiency and hands on experience in implementation, configuration, and management of ITAM tools like ServiceNow, Snow License Manager, Flexera FNMS, and others for data collection, analysis, and reporting. Deep understanding of the SAM lifecycle, which involves developing and implementing processes to manage software assets effectively throughout their entire lifespan. Experience in negotiating software license agreements with vendors for optimal terms. Knowledge of software licensing implications in cloud environments, especially for SaaS applications. Ability to identify and mitigate risks associated with software asset management, including legal and financial risks. In-depth understanding of software licensing models and agreements across a range of software vendors e.g., Microsoft, Adobe, SAP, Autodesk, IBM, Oracle, Microfocus, Citrix, VMWare, RedHat, Open-Source GNU. The ability to create baseline, both manually and within SAM Tool, to ensure software compliance through tracking and reconciliation of licences. Identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency in software licensing and usage. The ability to analyse and rationalise an organisation's software applications, optimising the software portfolio to reduce redundancy and costs. Desirable skills The following skills and competencies are beneficial: Experience working in or with Government organisations, including the handling of assets subject to the Government Security Classification Policy. Familiarity with the fundamentals of Gen AI and how it can be applied in SAM processes, particularly in automating data analysis, trainings, contract analysis, service desk automation, chatbots, pattern recognition, and predictive modelling for more efficient and data-driven software asset management. Possession of relevant certifications, such as Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) or Certified IT Asset Manager (CITAM), CIS-ServiceNow SAM Pro, FinOps or equivalent which demonstrate expertise in SAM. Possession of project management certifications (e.g., PMP or PRINCE2 or equivalent) to effectively manage SAM projects and deliver engagements on time and within budget. Familiarity with international SAM standards, such as ISO 19770, ITIL to ensure compliance and best practices. Strong vendor management skills for effective negotiation, conflict resolution, and collaboration with software vendors. Proficiency in computer programming languages like PowerShell, SQL, Macros, VBScript, HTML, visualisation tools like Tableau, Qlik Sense or similar. Understanding computer hardware components, networking, domains, firewall, ports, DNS, Active Directory principles. Extensive experience working with large I.T systems or a bachelor's degree or equivalent in information technology, business, or related field. Skill in managing project budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation for projects to ensure financial targets are met. Identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with clients, eminence and contributing to the firm's growth. Proven ability to generate sales leads, sales support by responding to Request for Proposals (RFP), Invitation to Tenders (ITT). Maintaining a strong industry presence through participation in conferences, events, and industry associations to stay updated on industry trends and establish professional credibility. Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access, for data analysis, reporting, documentation, and effective communication. Connect to your business - Technology and Transformation Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That's what connects us. That's what makes us Deloitte . click apply for full job details
Location: Bristol, London, Manchester Connect to your Industry Do you want to be at the heart of some of the biggest and most ambitious programmes undertaken to keep our country safe? We are proud of the impact we have with Defence and Security clients, the strength of our relationships, and the variety of our skills and expertise that we bring to help them achieve their mission. We're growing our team. If you are cleared to SC or DV level, we are very keen to hear from you. Connect to Extended Enterprise In a world that is constantly changing, organisations need to adapt quickly to respond to new risks and take advantage of new opportunities. Deloitte's Cyber practice advises organisations on how to effectively mitigate risk and make informed and intelligent risk decisions around business processes, technology and operations. The Extended Enterprise (EE) team assists in identifying, evaluating and mitigating risks associated with external business relationships. Our services focus on improving confidence in an organisation's contractual relationships and include assisting with the validation of information exchanged between organisations and their customers, vendors and third-party service providers. Our services also help organisations improve the effectiveness and efficiency of their contract compliance monitoring processes and controls, resulting in improved business performance. Connect to your career at Deloitte Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more. What brings us all together at Deloitte? It's how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it matters most. Connect to your opportunity The Deloitte Extended Enterprise IT Asset Management team is made up of business advisory professionals, as well as experienced IT practitioners, collaborating to assist clients in managing the multi-layered complexity of IT Asset Management (ITAM) programs. We offer a variety of services, from focussed diagnostics and vendor baselines to full ITAM implementations. As a neutral third party, we aim to provide a truly objective perspective on monitoring and governing IT assets. We offer a distinct approach that encompasses not just tools, but also people and processes - helping clients put the right skill sets, accountability and governance in place to effectively manage IT assets throughout the entire lifecycle. The right candidate would be expected to work in a team environment with Deloitte colleagues and client stakeholders. For more senior positions, candidates would also be expected to focus on business development and long-term client relationships, delivery of projects and managing and developing junior members of the team with the aim of growing Deloitte's IT Asset Management and Extended Enterprise practice. Connect to your skills and professional experience All applicants must hold UK security clearance to Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) level. Essential Soft Skills We are looking for candidates with following behaviours and experience: The ability to analyse complex issues, identify root causes, and develop innovative solutions is crucial. Building and maintaining strong client relationships, understanding their needs. Clear and effective communication is vital, whether it's presenting findings, leading meetings, or collaborating with team members and clients. The capacity to mentor junior consultants and take charge of projects to achieve desired outcomes. The role often involves rapid changes and diverse projects, so adaptability to new environments and situations is key. Collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams, both internally and with clients, is essential for the role. The ability to handle multiple tasks and projects efficiently, meeting deadlines and managing workloads effectively, both independently and as part of a wider delivery team. Applying logical thinking, data analysis, and critical reasoning to solve complex business problems. Demonstrate a personal accountability for performance and delivery against project deadlines. Effectively managing a team, including performance evaluation, career development, and conflict resolution. The ability to address and resolve conflicts within the team and with clients, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Developing and implementing strategic plans to achieve both short-term and long-term objectives. A commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in project deliverables and adherence to compliance requirements. Technical Skills Our projects vary greatly, and your responsibility will differ based on the focus of the client engagement and your skillset, but could include: Strong analytical skills to collect, interpret, and manipulate software asset data to make informed decisions. Applying ITAM as a tool for business transformation, aligning software assets with clients' goals and designing and maintaining IT processes. Proficiency and hands on experience in implementation, configuration, and management of ITAM tools like ServiceNow, Snow License Manager, Flexera FNMS, and others for data collection, analysis, and reporting. Deep understanding of the SAM lifecycle, which involves developing and implementing processes to manage software assets effectively throughout their entire lifespan. Experience in negotiating software license agreements with vendors for optimal terms. Knowledge of software licensing implications in cloud environments, especially for SaaS applications. Ability to identify and mitigate risks associated with software asset management, including legal and financial risks. In-depth understanding of software licensing models and agreements across a range of software vendors e.g., Microsoft, Adobe, SAP, Autodesk, IBM, Oracle, Microfocus, Citrix, VMWare, RedHat, Open-Source GNU. The ability to create baseline, both manually and within SAM Tool, to ensure software compliance through tracking and reconciliation of licences. Identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency in software licensing and usage. The ability to analyse and rationalise an organisation's software applications, optimising the software portfolio to reduce redundancy and costs. Desirable skills The following skills and competencies are beneficial: Experience working in or with Government organisations, including the handling of assets subject to the Government Security Classification Policy. Familiarity with the fundamentals of Gen AI and how it can be applied in SAM processes, particularly in automating data analysis, trainings, contract analysis, service desk automation, chatbots, pattern recognition, and predictive modelling for more efficient and data-driven software asset management. Possession of relevant certifications, such as Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) or Certified IT Asset Manager (CITAM), CIS-ServiceNow SAM Pro, FinOps or equivalent which demonstrate expertise in SAM. Possession of project management certifications (e.g., PMP or PRINCE2 or equivalent) to effectively manage SAM projects and deliver engagements on time and within budget. Familiarity with international SAM standards, such as ISO 19770, ITIL to ensure compliance and best practices. Strong vendor management skills for effective negotiation, conflict resolution, and collaboration with software vendors. Proficiency in computer programming languages like PowerShell, SQL, Macros, VBScript, HTML, visualisation tools like Tableau, Qlik Sense or similar. Understanding computer hardware components, networking, domains, firewall, ports, DNS, Active Directory principles. Extensive experience working with large I.T systems or a bachelor's degree or equivalent in information technology, business, or related field. Skill in managing project budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation for projects to ensure financial targets are met. Identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with clients, eminence and contributing to the firm's growth. Proven ability to generate sales leads, sales support by responding to Request for Proposals (RFP), Invitation to Tenders (ITT). Maintaining a strong industry presence through participation in conferences, events, and industry associations to stay updated on industry trends and establish professional credibility. Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access, for data analysis, reporting, documentation, and effective communication. Connect to your business - Technology and Transformation Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That's what connects us. That's what makes us Deloitte . click apply for full job details
Tokio Marine HCC
Job Title: Senior IT Sourcing SpecialistReporting to: IT Procurement and Supplier ManagerDirect Reports: NonePosition Type: Permanent - full timeOverview: Why Standing still is not an option in the current world of Insurance. TMHCC is one of the world's leading Specialty Insurers. With deep expertise in our chosen lines of business, our unparalleled track record and a solid balance sheet, TMHCC evaluates and manages risk like no one else in the industry. Looking beyond profit, empowering our people and delivering on our commitments are at the core of our customer values, along with a desire to grow and provide creative and innovative solutions to our clients.About OperationsOperations sits at the heart of TMHCC, we ensure the smooth running of all business processes - from policy administration and claims handling to data, technology, and delivery. We focus on driving efficiency which enables our teams across the business to deliver exceptional results every day. Our value statement: Ops makes it happen.Operations is made up of 7 functions, this role sits within: Procurement and Workplace ManagementFrom identifying the scope of the goods and services required to deliver business outcomes, to negotiating pricing and managing the full lifecycle of contracts and suppliers. Procurement focuses on delivering Value For Money for the organisation. We leverage market intelligence and navigate the regulatory landscape to achieve commercial outcomes and reduce risk and complexity.Job Purpose:To support the delivery of IT Sourcing and Category strategies primarily across IT Professional Services and Software, Cloud and SaaS by driving cost efficiency, commercial value, and risk management. The role partners with key stakeholders to lead and support sourcing initiatives, manage strategic suppliers, deliver complex deals and negotiations, and provide trusted commercial advice, contributing to the ongoing development and effectiveness of the IT Sourcing function.Key Responsibilities:Working as part of an IT sourcing and category management team working across Enterprise and local agreements, focusing on making an ongoing, tangible contribution to cost efficiency and commercial/contractual risk management, through: Supporting the IT Category Manager in developing sub-category strategies in partnership with key stakeholders and assisting with their effective delivery Providing a commercial advisory service to key stakeholders Relationship and performance management for a portion of the IT strategic suppliers Influencing the adoption of appropriate sourcing across key stakeholder groups Effective sourcing service for new deals, leading RFPs and renewals, including complex and high-profile commercial/contractual negotiations Significant interaction with senior internal clients and representatives from suppliers Creating and presenting impactful deal summaries/recommendations Maintaining deal pipelines Supporting the ongoing development of the IT Sourcing function Analysing and reporting on spending trends, cost drivers, and savings opportunities across IT spend categories.Performance Objectives: Securing favourable contract terms Successful supplier negotiations Leading Sourcing eventsSkills and Experience Specification: Experience of sourcing the relevant spend categories in a blue-chip environment, with a proven track record of successfully leading commercial and contract activities Experience in supporting the development and maintenance of category and sub- category plans Experience with assisting portfolio opportunity analysis and subsequent benefit delivery Ability to effectively influence the sourcing strategy for individual projects Ability to lead market analysis, competitive bidding and negotiation activities, with a range of value and complexity Ability to re- negotiate contracts and extract value from incumbent suppliers Excellent understanding of commercial levers and legal terms and conditions, relating predominantly to IT Professional Services and Software contracts Strong and experienced commercial and contract negotiator Is highly credible and an effective communicator Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision and manage a large volume of projects Can contribute effectively to and/or co-ordinate cross-functional teams Can drive projects to a conclusion while maintaining a high quality of task deliveryEssential: Excellent commercial and analytical skills Excellent oral and written communication and problem-solving skills Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders Ability to work with a degree of autonomy whilst working collaboratively with a wider team based in the UK, Europe and AmericaDesirable: Knowledge of the operation of the London insurance market, its various participants and insurance regulatory requirements Strong and confident negotiator at all levels Confident and self-assured Self-motivated and able to work well under pressure Resilient, optimistic and open to change Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against business deadlines What We Offer The Tokio Marine HCC Group of Companies offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. We are a successful, dynamic organization experiencing rapid growth and are seeking energetic and confident individuals to join our team of professionals.The Tokio Marine HCC Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit for more information about our companies.
Job Title: Senior IT Sourcing SpecialistReporting to: IT Procurement and Supplier ManagerDirect Reports: NonePosition Type: Permanent - full timeOverview: Why Standing still is not an option in the current world of Insurance. TMHCC is one of the world's leading Specialty Insurers. With deep expertise in our chosen lines of business, our unparalleled track record and a solid balance sheet, TMHCC evaluates and manages risk like no one else in the industry. Looking beyond profit, empowering our people and delivering on our commitments are at the core of our customer values, along with a desire to grow and provide creative and innovative solutions to our clients.About OperationsOperations sits at the heart of TMHCC, we ensure the smooth running of all business processes - from policy administration and claims handling to data, technology, and delivery. We focus on driving efficiency which enables our teams across the business to deliver exceptional results every day. Our value statement: Ops makes it happen.Operations is made up of 7 functions, this role sits within: Procurement and Workplace ManagementFrom identifying the scope of the goods and services required to deliver business outcomes, to negotiating pricing and managing the full lifecycle of contracts and suppliers. Procurement focuses on delivering Value For Money for the organisation. We leverage market intelligence and navigate the regulatory landscape to achieve commercial outcomes and reduce risk and complexity.Job Purpose:To support the delivery of IT Sourcing and Category strategies primarily across IT Professional Services and Software, Cloud and SaaS by driving cost efficiency, commercial value, and risk management. The role partners with key stakeholders to lead and support sourcing initiatives, manage strategic suppliers, deliver complex deals and negotiations, and provide trusted commercial advice, contributing to the ongoing development and effectiveness of the IT Sourcing function.Key Responsibilities:Working as part of an IT sourcing and category management team working across Enterprise and local agreements, focusing on making an ongoing, tangible contribution to cost efficiency and commercial/contractual risk management, through: Supporting the IT Category Manager in developing sub-category strategies in partnership with key stakeholders and assisting with their effective delivery Providing a commercial advisory service to key stakeholders Relationship and performance management for a portion of the IT strategic suppliers Influencing the adoption of appropriate sourcing across key stakeholder groups Effective sourcing service for new deals, leading RFPs and renewals, including complex and high-profile commercial/contractual negotiations Significant interaction with senior internal clients and representatives from suppliers Creating and presenting impactful deal summaries/recommendations Maintaining deal pipelines Supporting the ongoing development of the IT Sourcing function Analysing and reporting on spending trends, cost drivers, and savings opportunities across IT spend categories.Performance Objectives: Securing favourable contract terms Successful supplier negotiations Leading Sourcing eventsSkills and Experience Specification: Experience of sourcing the relevant spend categories in a blue-chip environment, with a proven track record of successfully leading commercial and contract activities Experience in supporting the development and maintenance of category and sub- category plans Experience with assisting portfolio opportunity analysis and subsequent benefit delivery Ability to effectively influence the sourcing strategy for individual projects Ability to lead market analysis, competitive bidding and negotiation activities, with a range of value and complexity Ability to re- negotiate contracts and extract value from incumbent suppliers Excellent understanding of commercial levers and legal terms and conditions, relating predominantly to IT Professional Services and Software contracts Strong and experienced commercial and contract negotiator Is highly credible and an effective communicator Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision and manage a large volume of projects Can contribute effectively to and/or co-ordinate cross-functional teams Can drive projects to a conclusion while maintaining a high quality of task deliveryEssential: Excellent commercial and analytical skills Excellent oral and written communication and problem-solving skills Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders Ability to work with a degree of autonomy whilst working collaboratively with a wider team based in the UK, Europe and AmericaDesirable: Knowledge of the operation of the London insurance market, its various participants and insurance regulatory requirements Strong and confident negotiator at all levels Confident and self-assured Self-motivated and able to work well under pressure Resilient, optimistic and open to change Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against business deadlines What We Offer The Tokio Marine HCC Group of Companies offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. We are a successful, dynamic organization experiencing rapid growth and are seeking energetic and confident individuals to join our team of professionals.The Tokio Marine HCC Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit for more information about our companies.
