Overview
On Site
USD 108,200.00 - 177,100.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Underwriting
Reporting
Policy Administration
Hosting
Application Development
Quality Assurance
Operations Management
Business Systems
Scrum
Sprint
IT Project Management
.NET
Microsoft Azure
Offshoring
Software Development Methodology
Agile
Organized
Collaboration
Database
Project Management
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Analytical Skill
Communication
Regulatory Compliance
Management
Property And Casualty Insurance
Risk Management
Insurance
Recruiting
Web Portals
LinkedIn
Job Details
Zurich North America is currently hiring for a Scrum Master to lead projects within Enterprise Underwriting Solutions. This person will report to a Technical Director and will work in a hybrid schedule.
Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $108,200.00 - $177,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.
As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code 1033.
A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?
Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500 . Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.
Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
Location(s): AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MG1 #LI-ASSOCIATE
Responsibilities:
- Management of projects and initiatives related to policy administration applications within Zurich North America (ZNA).
- Scrum master for team activities - application release process and projects.
- Managing projects to modernize legacy applications by updating technology and re-hosting to Azure.
- Responsible for managing project work of onshore and offshore resources across different geographies.
- Technology project management within a scrum/agile development environment.
- Managing new application development and quality assurance projects.
- There is significant coordination with ZNA business and technology teams.
- Day to day operations management of medium to large projects with multiple teams operating globally.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Communications or Project Management area OR
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in the Communications or Project Management area AND
- Experience in strategic and operational consulting or business systems integration
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced experience managing projects in an agile/scrum environment.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies like Daily Scrums, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives.
- Technology project management experience in .Net and Azure platform.
- Experience managing onshore and offshore resources in a matrix environment.
- Advanced experience with SDLC concepts.
- Ability to coach the team on Agile principles, practices, and values, helping them to become self-organized and effective.
- Collaborate with the Product Owner and business stakeholders to ensure the product backlog is well-defined and prioritized.
- Experience as a liaison between the team and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.
- Knowledge of relevant coding languages, databases, and project management tools is a plus.
- Insurance industry experience.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $108,200.00 - $177,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.
As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code 1033.
A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?
Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500 . Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.
Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
Location(s): AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MG1 #LI-ASSOCIATE
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