Life/Group Core Insurance Strategy Consultant - Financial Services

Job description

IBM Global Business Services (GBS) is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants enabling enterprises to make smarter decisions and providing unparalleled client and consumer experiences in cognitive, data analytics, cloud technology and mobile app development. With global reach, outcome-focused methodologies and deep industry expertise, IBM GBS empowers clients to digitally reinvent their business and get the competitive edge in the cognitive era in over 170 countries.

Bottom line? We outthink ordinary. Discover what you can do at IBM.

IBM's Insurance Operations and Cognitive Process service line is looking for an experienced Life/Group Insurance Strategy Consultant . You should understand the business challenges of Life and Group Insurance clients and through working with both client and IBM staff, will develop solutions to those challenges and help to grow opportunities in our accounts.

Responsibilities include:
·  Assist in the scoping of work in this area across the Life and Group operational value chain.
·  Help to develop and maintain relationships with clients and partners to scope, propose, close and deliver Core Insurance projects across both the Life and Group areas.
·  Participate in pre-sales activities, assessments, sales closing activities and the staffing for delivery of the solution.
·  Helping to grow solutions and work with technology partners as well who offer solutions in this area, combining both IBM software and assets to deliver a strong value proposition.
·  Solve the client's business and technology challenges by utilizing deep understanding of the Group and Life Insurance industry and ability to apply solutions
·  Provide high quality “trusted advisor” advice to customers to ensure appropriate process and technology solutions are proposed
·  Manage projects utilizing methodologies and tools, to help clients MV8

BENEFITS

Health Insurance. Paid time off. Corporate Holidays. Sick leave. Family planning. Financial Guidance. Competitive 401K. Training and Learning. We continue to expand our benefits and programs, offering some of the best support, guidance and coverage for a diverse employee population.
·  http://www-01.ibm.com/employment/us/benefits/
·  https://www-03.ibm.com/press/us/en/pressrelease/50744.wss CAREER GROWTH
Our goal is to be essential to the world, which starts with our people. Company wide we kicked off an internal talent strategy program called Go Organic. At our core, we are committed to believing and investing in our workforce through:
·  Skill development: helping our employees grow their foundational skills
·  Finding the dream job at IBM: navigating our company with the potential for many careers by channeling an employee's strengths and career aspirations
·  Diversity of people: Diversity of thought driving collective innovation In 2015, Go Organic filled approximately 50% of our open positions with internal talent that were promoted into the role.

CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP
With an employee population of 375,000 in over 170 countries, amazingly we connect, collaborate, and care. IBMers drive a corporate culture of shared responsibility. We love grand challenges and everyday improvements for our company and for the world. We care about each other, our clients, and the communities we live, work, and play in!
·  http://www.ibm.com/ibm/responsibility/initiatives.html
·  http://www.ibm.com/ibm/responsibility/corporateservicecorps
Auto req ID

98750BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Business Transformation Consultant
State / Province

MULTIPLE
Primary job category

Consultant
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
ERBP

Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

Up to 75% or 4 days a week (home on weekends - based on project requirements)
IBM Business Group

GBS
Preferred Education

Master's Degree
City / Township / Village

MULTIPLE CITIES
EO Statement

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  At least 3 years of experience in prior consulting role servicing Life and Group Insurance clients.
·  At least 3 years of experience in the understanding of the operations of a Life and Group Insurance company
·  At least 3 years of experience in Life and Group Insurance products and processes
·  At least 2 years of experience in the awareness of package solutions in the industry (i.e., Oracle, Navisys/ALIP, CSC VANTAGE-ONE, Wynsure, Majesco, etc.)
Country

United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  At least 5 years of experience in the understanding of the operations of a Life and Group Insurance company
·  At least 5 years of experience in Life and Group Insurance products and processes
·  At least 4 years of experience in the awareness of package solutions in the industry (i.e., Oracle, Navisys/ALIP, CSC VANTAGE-ONE, Wynsure, Majesco, Fast, etc.)
·  At least 3 years of experience in process improvement and cost reduction
·  At least 2 years of experience in professional services consulting at a national or global management consulting firm
Secondary Job Category

Other Consultant
Eligibility Requirements

·  None
Position Type

Professional
New Collar Role

No