Global Head of Insurance

Company Description

Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Our expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly changing Digital-First world we live in. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology giants including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.

We’re an award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heart of Version 1 and what we do:

• UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner
• 3500+ strong, €350/£300m revenue business
• 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK
• Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW
• Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW

We’re a core values driven company, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them, it’s deeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us and we’ll invest in you!

Job Description

Role Summary

Based in Ireland (NI or ROI), we are seeking a strategic and commercially astute Global Head to lead our Insurance business globally. This senior leadership role will drive the sector vision, shape go-to-market strategy, strengthen domain capability, and scale delivery across core markets including Ireland, the UK, and the US. The ideal candidate will bring deep industry knowledge, strong executive presence, and a proven track record of leading global growth in IT and consulting services.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sector Leadership & Strategy

• Define and execute the global strategy for Insurance in alignment with corporate objectives.
• Drive multi-year growth plans across Tier 1 and Tier 2 insurers, brokers, reinsurers, lessors etc. and other such entities.
• Develop differentiated propositions in areas such as underwriting transformation, claims automation, risk & compliance, policy administration, and aircraft asset lifecycle management.

2. Client Engagement & Business Growth

• Personally lead strategic relationships with key Insurance clients within Version1, driving account growth, stakeholder mapping, and multi-tower engagement.
• Leverage existing executive relationships from prior roles with insurance clients to accelerate entry and credibility.
• Build and nurture executive relationships with CIOs, COOs, Chief Underwriters, Heads of Claims, and other Insurance leaders. This requires regular interaction with key leaders at the client site.
• Represent the company at global industry forums such as ITIC, IASA, NAIC etc. events in Dublin and New York.

3. Solution & Capability Development

• Collaborate with practices (Data, Cloud, AI, Digital) and domain teams to develop in-house techno function solutions and packaged business capabilities
• Own existing Insurtech and related techno-function partnerships to expand Version 1 offerings
• Explore, qualify and expand creation of packaged business capabilities across other core platforms (For eg: Guidewire, Duck Creek, Sapiens, Majesco, ServiceNow FSO or Salesforce FSC) based on alignment with Version1’s GTM strategy.
• Lead the creation of accelerators and reusable assets for regulatory remediation, intelligent claims, ESG reporting, and aircraft asset optimization.

4. Global Delivery & People Leadership

• Oversee a globally distributed delivery team and ensure high-quality program execution.
• Mentor regional domain leaders and support leadership hiring across key markets.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on innovation, excellence, and client outcomes.

5. Financial Management

• Own global P&L for Insurance.
• Drive revenue growth, margin improvement, and account expansion through consultative selling and delivery excellence.

Qualifications

Required Experience & Skills

• Extensive experience in the insurance market, with proven experience in leadership role(s).
• Proven experience in growing and leading global teams across consulting, transformation, or managed services.
• Strong understanding of global insurance markets (Insurance Brokers, Life & Pensions, P&C, Reinsurance).
• Prior experience engaging with clients in Ireland, UK, US, and continental Europe.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including EIOPA, NAIC, Solvency II, IFRS 17, and ESG reporting standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Insurance, Finance, or Technology.
• Experience with M&A advisory, captives setup, or digital innovation programs in the Insurance sector.
• Deep exposure to platform modernisation, AI/ML adoption, and cloud transformations.

Additional Information

Why join Version 1?

• Share in our Success: Excellent base salary plus bonus & an opportunity to join our new V1 Equity success scheme
• Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• Professional Growth: We offer peer mentorship programs and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements.
• Supportive Community: Join a team that values collaboration, respect, and mutual support.

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability.

We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology.

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivised certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.

PLUS, many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.