Transformation Portfolio Director – Finance Transformation - Insurance

18-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Salary:
Up to £125,000 + 20% Bonus + Package

London - Hybrid

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a fast-growing international insurance organisation embarking on a significant business transformation programme.

We are looking for an experienced Transformation Portfolio Director to lead a complex, enterprise-wide Finance Transformation portfolio, working closely with Executive leadership to drive strategic change across a global business.

This is a highly visible leadership role with responsibility for shaping and delivering transformation initiatives that will improve operational efficiency, strengthen governance and support continued business growth.

Reporting into senior leadership, you will:

• Lead the organisation's global Finance Transformation programme.
• Oversee a portfolio of strategic transformation initiatives across Finance and Operations.
• Chair and lead the Global Capability Centre (GCC) governance board, ensuring effective prioritisation and delivery.
• Develop and implement transformation roadmaps aligned to business strategy.
• Drive operating model improvements, automation and process optimisation.
• Establish programme governance, reporting, risk management and benefits tracking.
• Build strong relationships with Executive stakeholders across Finance, Technology and Operations.
• Lead senior programme managers and cross-functional delivery teams.
• Ensure successful adoption of change across international business functions.

We're looking for an experienced transformation leader who can demonstrate:

• Experience leading enterprise-wide transformation portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of Finance and Operational Transformation.
• Experience working within complex, multi-site or international organisations.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at Executive and Board level.
• Strong programme governance and portfolio management experience.
• A commercial mindset with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands‑on delivery.

Experience of Global Capability Centres, Shared Services or large-scale operating model transformation would be highly advantageous.

• Salary up to £125,000
• Opportunity to shape a high-profile transformation programme
• Collaborative, ambitious and fast-paced environment

This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished transformation leader looking to play a pivotal role in delivering strategic change within a growing international organisation.