Director, Strategic Initiatives

1 month ago

San Antonio Texas, United States Gallagher Full time
About Us:
Join our growing team of dedicated professionals at Gallagher Bassett, who guide those in need to the best possible outcomes for their health and wellbeing. You'll be part of a resilient team that works together to redefine the boundaries of excellence. At our organization, we value collaboration and making a positive impact in the lives of our clients and claimants, offering you the opportunity to join a team where your skills and dedication can truly make a difference. GUIDE. GUARD. GO BEYOND.

 

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview:
Gallagher Bassett has a unique opportunity for a Director, Strategic Initiatives.

Responsibilities:
Position Summary:

Overall responsibility for the improvement of operating processes in use throughout the organization and its divisions. Responsible for overseeing the most significant projects (e.g., strategic change management, new business and product initiatives, process re-engineering, establishment of control procedures) on a firm-wide scale. Sometimes referred to as the internal consultant, typically works on multi-disciplinary projects and require a broad knowledge of the firm and its key functions. This incumbent may also be responsible for the tools and methods of six sigma, including DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control), DFSS (Design for Six Sigma), Process Management, Lean and Project Selection. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

Develops and maintains specific subject expertise and advises businesses management, and relevant third parties.  

Has regular contact among peers within the firm and externally, including regulators and professional organizations.  

Provides advice to internal clients on the implications of business trends, issues, operating environment changes and firm or business unit strategy.  

Provides advice to internal clients on the implications of business trends, issues, operating environment changes and firm or business unit strategy.  

Participates in the strategic planning process to integrate quality improvements with the overall business plan.  

Provides overall direction and guidance to assigned project personnel. 

Qualifications:
Bachelors’ degree required with 10+ years of relevant experience

Experience within the insurance industry or management consulting industry

Proven experience in planning and executing high impact, cross functional initiatives including: Project definition, data analysis / solution development, road mapping and change management

Proven experience in assessing data driven approaches to solutions

Ability to negotiate and influence relevant outcomes with senior leaders across the organization

Experience managing a team

Experience within the claims industry is preferred

Additional Information:
On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

 Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one

Life and accident insurance

401(K) and Roth options

Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)

Educational expense reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

Digital mental health services (Talkspace)

Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)

Training programs

Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing

Charitable matching gift program

And more...

We value inclusion and diversity

to review our U.S. Eligibility Requirements

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

 

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