Senior Manager - Insurance

Baringa

ABOUT BARINGA  Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. With deep industry expertise, and enabled by advanced technology, the firm helps clients to deliver with greater confidence and certainty. With over 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, the firm combines global insight with local understanding. The firm works across energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media and telecoms, with capabilities spanning strategy, transformation and operational excellence – all powered by advanced technology, data, AI and digital innovation. Clients value Baringa’s collaborative approach and the way its teams integrate seamlessly – all working with a shared understanding of what matters most. The firm is known for its kind, curious experts who listen closely and care deeply about client success as they help clients transform energy markets, modernise financial platforms, expand telecoms and digital networks through advanced data analytics, enable digital services in government, and unlock growth in consumer sectors. Certified as a Great Place to Work around the world, Baringa has been recognised by the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings, and by Forbes for four consecutive years as one of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms. OUR INSURANCE PRACTICE ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED CONSULTANTS TO JOIN THE TEAM.  Our Insurance practice works with the leading Insurers and Distributors across strategic advisory projects right through to business and technical change delivery. We are at the cutting edge of the industry and the wider ecosystem, helping our clients improve their profitability, navigate regulatory change and implement new technology solutions.   WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING * Lead complex transformation programmes for General Insurance clients, from mobilisation through to delivery * Deliver large-scale business and technology change across core insurance domains including claims, underwriting, pricing, distribution and operations. * Provide senior day-to-day leadership, leading programme teams and client stakeholders to deliver outcomes at pace and with quality. * Shape and oversee technology-enabled transformation, including target operating model design, process redesign, platform implementation and business change. * Build strong, trusted relationships with client sponsors and senior stakeholders, acting as a go-to advisor on delivery and transformation challenges. * Support the growth of our General Insurance practice through business development, proposition development and account growth. * Identify opportunities with existing and new clients, helping turn market demand into tangible consulting opportunities. * Lead, coach and develop teams, creating an inclusive and high-performing environment. * Contribute to thought leadership, internal capability building and the continued expansion of our General Insurance offering. YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE * You will have strong experience working in the General Insurance market, with a good understanding of sector dynamics, value chains and key transformation priorities. * You will have delivered large transformation programmes in a consulting, insurer or major change environment. * You will have experience leading technology-enabled change, including delivery of platforms, systems or digital capabilities. * You will have a track record of leading teams and managing senior stakeholders across complex delivery environments. * You will have experience turning strategy into practical delivery and be comfortable operating across both business and technology agendas * You will have experience supporting sales, account growth and practice development, including shaping proposals and contributing to win activity. * You will bring strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills, with the credibility to influence at senior levels. * You will be someone who enjoys building teams, developing people and helping grow a successful practice. * Experience of core insurance platforms is desirable WHAT A CAREER AT BARINGA WILL GIVE YOU PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST. BARINGA IS A PEOPLE FIRST COMPANY AND WELLBEING IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF OUR CULTURE. WE RECOGNISE THE IMPORTANCE OF WORK-LIFE BALANCE AND FLEXIBLE WORKING AND PROVIDE OUR STAFF AMAZING BENEFITS. SOME OF THESE BENEFITS INCLUDE:  * Generous Annual Leave Policy: We recognise everyone needs a well-deserved break. We provide our employees with 5 weeks of annual leave, fully available at the start of each year. In addition to this, we have introduced our 5-Year Recharge benefit which allows all employees an additional 2 weeks of paid leave after 5 years continuous service.  * Flexible Working: We know that the ‘ideal’ work-life balance will vary from person to person and change at different stages of our working lives. To accommodate this, we have implemented a hybrid working policy and introduced more flexibility around taking unpaid leave.  * Corporate Responsibility Days: Our world is important to us, so all our employees get 3 every year to help social and environmental causes and increase our impact on the communities that mean the most to us.  * Wellbeing Fund: We want to encourage all employees to take charge and prioritise their own wellbeing. We’ve introduced our annual People Fund to support this by offering every individual a fund to support and manage their wellbeing through an activity of their choice.  * Profit Share Scheme: All employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme so everyone has a stake in the company’s success.  DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging is central to our culture and that diversity is paramount to driving creativity, innovation, and value for our clients and for our people.  AN AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE You can be a part of our ‘Great Place to Work’ – with our commitment to women and well-being in the workplace for all. Click here to see some of our recent awards and how we’ve achieved this.  USING BUSINESS AS A FORCE FOR GOOD.  We maintain high standards of environmental performance and transparency, which can be seen through our commitment to Net Zero with our SBTI-verified Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions reduction targets and our support of the Better Business Act. We report our progress publicly and ensure that we are also externally assessed and scored through organisations like CDP and EcoVadis - helping us to continually identify where we can improve.  We have a long legacy of supporting the communities in which we work, and offer a variety of ways to contribute, by putting people first and creating impact that lasts. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda is about giving back to the communities in which we live and work by sharing our skills, talent and time. In essence, we aim to empower and encourage everyone in the firm to contribute to the things we care about, and support registered charities and organisations with a clear social or environmental purpose to increase the positive impact they can have. JOIN US All applications received will be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team. We never rely solely on automated screening or AI tools to make hiring decisions. Your application will be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, faith or social background. We do not filter applications by university background and encourage those who have taken alternative educational and career paths to apply. We would like to actively encourage applications from those who identify with less represented and minority groups. We operate an inclusive recruitment process, ensuring reasonable adjustments where needed. Please contact a member of our Recruitment Team to discuss further.   BARINGA PRIVACY NOTICES For UK & EU Your personal data will be retained by Baringa for up to two years, in accordance with our UK Recruitment Privacy Notice / EU Recruitment Privacy Notice, to evaluate your application and meet our legal and reporting obligations. In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to request access to, rectification, or erasure (subject to legal limitations) of your personal data. For more information, please contact us at privacy@baringa.com For the USA Your personal data may be retained by Baringa for up to two years, as outlined in our Recruitment Privacy Notice (AMER & APAC), to support the recruitment process and internal reporting requirements. Where applicable, and in accordance with relevant federal and state laws, you may have the right to request access to or correction of your personal information. For further details, please contact privacy@baringa.com For Australia & Singapore Your personal data will be retained by Baringa for up to two years, in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice (AMER & APAC), to assess your application and meet applicable reporting and legal obligations. In line with the Australian Privacy Act and Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), you may have rights to access, correct, or request limited deletion of your personal data. For more information, please contact us at privacy@baringa.com

Baringa

ABOUT BARINGA  Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. With deep industry expertise, and enabled by advanced technology, the firm helps clients to deliver with greater confidence and certainty. With over 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, the firm combines global insight with local understanding. The firm works across energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media and telecoms, with capabilities spanning strategy, transformation and operational excellence – all powered by advanced technology, data, AI and digital innovation. Clients value Baringa’s collaborative approach and the way its teams integrate seamlessly – all working with a shared understanding of what matters most. The firm is known for its kind, curious experts who listen closely and care deeply about client success as they help clients transform energy markets, modernise financial platforms, expand telecoms and digital networks through advanced data analytics, enable digital services in government, and unlock growth in consumer sectors. Certified as a Great Place to Work around the world, Baringa has been recognised by the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings, and by Forbes for four consecutive years as one of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms. OUR INSURANCE PRACTICE ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED CONSULTANTS TO JOIN THE TEAM.  Our Insurance practice are looking for an experienced Senior Managers to join the team with specialisms across Life & Pensions.  Our Insurance practice works with the leading Insurers, Asset Managers and Distributors across strategic advisory projects right through to business and technical change delivery. We are at the cutting edge of the industry and the wider ecosystem, helping our clients improve their profitability, navigate regulatory change and implement new technology solutions.   WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING * Lead complex transformation programmes for Life & Pensions clients, from mobilisation through to delivery * Deliver large-scale business and technology change across core Life & Pensions domains including policy administration, propositions, distribution, servicing and operations. * Provide senior day-to-day leadership, leading programme teams and client stakeholders to deliver outcomes at pace and with quality. * Shape and oversee technology-enabled transformation, including target operating model design, process redesign, platform implementation and business change. * Build strong, trusted relationships with client sponsors and senior stakeholders, acting as a go-to advisor on delivery and transformation challenges. * Support the growth of our Life & Pensions practice through business development, proposition development and account growth. * Identify opportunities with existing and new clients, helping turn market demand into tangible consulting opportunities. * Lead, coach and develop teams, creating an inclusive and high-performing environment. * Contribute to thought leadership, internal capability building and the continued expansion of our Life & Pensions offering. YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE * You will have strong experience working in the Life & Pensions market, with a good understanding of sector dynamics, product structures (e.g. annuities, pensions, protection), value chains and key transformation priorities. * You will have delivered large transformation programmes in a consulting, insurer, pension provider or major outsourcing environment. * You will have experience delivering across Life & Pensions organisations including pension providers, third-party administrators and outsourcing partners. * You will have experience leading technology-enabled change, including delivery of policy administration platforms, digital servicing solutions or regulatory-driven programmes. * You will have experience leading technology transformation and migration programmes, including platform modernisation, legacy policy administration system replacement and large-scale data migrations. * You will have experience delivering transformation in key growth areas such as bulk annuities (BPA), pension risk transfer, pension dashboards, SIPP/platform modernisation or administration consolidation. * You will have a track record of leading teams and managing senior stakeholders across complex delivery environments. * You will have experience turning strategy into practical delivery and be comfortable operating across both business and technology agendas. * You will have experience supporting sales, account growth and practice development, including shaping proposals and contributing to win activity. * You will bring strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills, with the credibility to influence at senior levels. * You will be someone who enjoys building teams, developing people and helping grow a successful practice. * Experience of core Life & Pensions platforms (e.g. policy administration systems) is desirable. WHAT A CAREER AT BARINGA WILL GIVE YOU PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST. BARINGA IS A PEOPLE FIRST COMPANY AND WELLBEING IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF OUR CULTURE. WE RECOGNISE THE IMPORTANCE OF WORK-LIFE BALANCE AND FLEXIBLE WORKING AND PROVIDE OUR STAFF AMAZING BENEFITS. SOME OF THESE BENEFITS INCLUDE:  * Generous Annual Leave Policy: We recognise everyone needs a well-deserved break. We provide our employees with 5 weeks of annual leave, fully available at the start of each year. In addition to this, we have introduced our 5-Year Recharge benefit which allows all employees an additional 2 weeks of paid leave after 5 years continuous service.  * Flexible Working: We know that the ‘ideal’ work-life balance will vary from person to person and change at different stages of our working lives. To accommodate this, we have implemented a hybrid working policy and introduced more flexibility around taking unpaid leave.  * Corporate Responsibility Days: Our world is important to us, so all our employees get 3 every year to help social and environmental causes and increase our impact on the communities that mean the most to us.  * Wellbeing Fund: We want to encourage all employees to take charge and prioritise their own wellbeing. We’ve introduced our annual People Fund to support this by offering every individual a fund to support and manage their wellbeing through an activity of their choice.  * Profit Share Scheme: All employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme so everyone has a stake in the company’s success.  DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging is central to our culture and that diversity is paramount to driving creativity, innovation, and value for our clients and for our people.  AN AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE You can be a part of our ‘Great Place to Work’ – with our commitment to women and well-being in the workplace for all. Click here to see some of our recent awards and how we’ve achieved this.  USING BUSINESS AS A FORCE FOR GOOD.  We maintain high standards of environmental performance and transparency, which can be seen through our commitment to Net Zero with our SBTI-verified Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions reduction targets and our support of the Better Business Act. We report our progress publicly and ensure that we are also externally assessed and scored through organisations like CDP and EcoVadis - helping us to continually identify where we can improve.  We have a long legacy of supporting the communities in which we work, and offer a variety of ways to contribute, by putting people first and creating impact that lasts. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda is about giving back to the communities in which we live and work by sharing our skills, talent and time. In essence, we aim to empower and encourage everyone in the firm to contribute to the things we care about, and support registered charities and organisations with a clear social or environmental purpose to increase the positive impact they can have. JOIN US All applications received will be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team. We never rely solely on automated screening or AI tools to make hiring decisions. Your application will be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, faith or social background. We do not filter applications by university background and encourage those who have taken alternative educational and career paths to apply. We would like to actively encourage applications from those who identify with less represented and minority groups. We operate an inclusive recruitment process, ensuring reasonable adjustments where needed. Please contact a member of our Recruitment Team to discuss further.   BARINGA PRIVACY NOTICES For UK & EU Your personal data will be retained by Baringa for up to two years, in accordance with our UK Recruitment Privacy Notice / EU Recruitment Privacy Notice, to evaluate your application and meet our legal and reporting obligations. In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to request access to, rectification, or erasure (subject to legal limitations) of your personal data. For more information, please contact us at privacy@baringa.com For the USA Your personal data may be retained by Baringa for up to two years, as outlined in our Recruitment Privacy Notice (AMER & APAC), to support the recruitment process and internal reporting requirements. Where applicable, and in accordance with relevant federal and state laws, you may have the right to request access to or correction of your personal information. For further details, please contact privacy@baringa.com For Australia & Singapore Your personal data will be retained by Baringa for up to two years, in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice (AMER & APAC), to assess your application and meet applicable reporting and legal obligations. In line with the Australian Privacy Act and Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), you may have rights to access, correct, or request limited deletion of your personal data. For more information, please contact us at privacy@baringa.com

Ekimetrics

Senior Manager, Data Science & Marketing Effectiveness  (MMM),  London, UK   Ekimetrics transforms how organizations make critical business decisions. Since 2006, we’ve been helping companies build sustained competitive advantage through AI-powered Managed Solutions. Our dual purpose is Competitiveness and Sustainability, because lasting leadership is built on both.   Our solutions are a unique combination of people and technology. We combine our Eki.Decisions platform with embedded experts in marketing, commercial effectiveness, and data science, connecting decisions across business domains to drive real, positive, scalable, and lasting impact.   With a full in-house team and offices in Paris, London, New York, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, we commit to responsibility and frugality in AI, systematically building competitive advantage, and being loyal to our values and DNA.   Your responsibilities    As a Senior Manager in Marketing effectiveness, you will lead multiple high-impact programs for strategic clients, manage multi-account portfolios, and drive both business growth and talent development. You will oversee teams, ensure delivery excellence, and strengthen Ekimetrics’ market position.   More precisely, you will: Strategic Portfolio & Project Leadership   Lead a portfolio of strategic client projects (multi-accounts) or a major regional project under Partner supervision. Define, steer, and monitor strategic project roadmaps leveraging Ekimetrics solutions models and standards. Ensure robust governance: data quality, model accuracy, actionable insights, and on-time, high-value delivery. Pilot portfolio growth, margin, costs, and ROI to meet business objectives. Secure alignment of resources for high-quality delivery in line with Ekimetrics’ strategy. Translate complex analytics into compelling narratives and actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders and C-suite clients. Support clients in optimizing marketing spend, improving segmentation, enhancing campaign performance, and maximizing ROI. Lead contributions to RFPs and pitches, reinforcing Ekimetrics’ commercial visibility. People & HR Leadership   Line manage multiple team members, overseeing performance, conducting regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and talent assessments, while ensuring high-quality delivery, profitability, and client satisfaction. Lead HR and talent development initiatives, including annual talent reviews, career development planning, succession planning, and retention strategies, achieving retention of direct reports. Mentor and coach managers, analysts, and junior staff, promoting knowledge sharing and developing team capabilities. Recruit, align, and develop resources to build high-performing teams, retaining top talent. Encourage collaboration, communication, and high engagement across squads.   Account & Business Growth   Serve as the operational and strategic point of contact for key accounts, maintaining strong long-term client relationships. Identify cross-sell and upsell opportunities and support global account growth strategies. Contribute to the scoping and design of new projects, ensuring business cases align with Ekimetrics capabilities. Represent Ekimetrics externally at conferences, events, and client forums. Track and animate realized client business gains from Ekimetrics partnership, drive a narrative of program value to account stakeholders.   Practice & Thought Leadership   Share and document best practices across the community to promote mastery of delivery. Contribute to building/developing verticals, domains, or leading strategic projects locally or globally. Contribute to upskilling strategies for office teams in client management, PMO, and project leadership. Act as an ambassador of Eki culture role-modelling Ekimetrics’ core values: Curiosity, Creativity, Excellence, Generosity, Enjoyment.   Your profile   Experience & Technical Skills   9+ years’ experience in econometrics, MMM, marketing effectiveness, or data science analytics. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Data Science, Economics, Applied Mathematics, Marketing Analytics, or a related field. Knowledge in Python, SQL, Excel, and visualisation tools; experience with Databricks, Azure, or other cloud/data platforms is a plus. Deep understanding of econometrics, regression, Bayesian statistics, and advanced modelling techniques. Proven ability to handle large datasets, optimise pipelines, and deliver high-quality outputs. Track record of translating complex model outputs into strategic, business-focused recommendations. Fluent English is mandatory.   Client & People Management   Experienced in line management, HR responsibilities, Performance reviews and career development. Proven ability to lead multiple project teams and manage priorities autonomously. Excellent communication, storytelling, and presentation skills for senior stakeholders and C-suite clients. Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving mindset and focus on continuous improvement. Experienced in mentoring, coaching, talent development, and fostering team growth. Skilled in client account management, maintaining relationships, and driving portfolio growth. Contributes to thought leadership and forward-looking perspectives on marketing measurement and MMM.   Soft Skills   Collaborative, proactive, and results-driven. Positive, resilient, and adaptable in fast-paced environments. Curious, creative, and committed to delivering high-quality work   Why join us?   At Ekimetrics, we believe your ideas truly matter. Here, your ideas are yours to build and bring to life. We embrace an entrepreneurial spirit, encouraging you to push boundaries to achieve meaningful impact. But it’s not just about individual success: we thrive on collaboration and enriching one another.   Together, we’re constantly learning and growing, whether through personalized career paths and training, challenging projects, mentorship, or simply through the diverse perspectives we bring to the table.   And perhaps more importantly, we believe in enjoying what we do. Ekimetrics is a stimulating and safe environment where you can thrive as your authentic self.   In 2023, Ekimetrics obtained the “mission-driven company” status, reflecting our strong commitment to CSR.   Our purpose: Accelerate organisations’ transformation towards sustainability through the application of data science and artificial intelligence.   Ekimetrics is part of the French Tech 120 ranking. We have been selected by La French Tech to join the prestigious group of the top 120 French scale-ups, recognised for their potential to become international leaders.   You will have access to: A compensation package from £98,000 + 20% bonus + Corporate bonus 4% matched pension 25 days Holiday + Bank holidays + extra day Tenure leave Private medical care Life insurance Critical illness cover Salary sacrifice bike scheme The Eki.Academy training catalog and certifications  Events and seminars to stay close to your community Light vibrant premises in a central area in the heart of London + many other Ekimetrics benefits   As an employer, Ekimetrics offers equal employment opportunities to all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ekimetrics strives to develop an inclusive work environment that reflects diversity within its teams.