Job Description - Technical Lead-Product (London) (25000010)
Job Description
Technical Lead-Product (London) - (25000010)
Description
Take the next step in your career with us.
Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge.
We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs.
Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and innovative AVP, Tech Lead to oversee and guide technology initiatives at Allied World. In this role, you will serve as a senior technical leader, driving the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions that support business objectives. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership skills, ensuring the delivery of scalable, secure, and efficient systems while fostering collaboration across teams.
Job Duties
· Lead the design, development, and implementation of technology solutions to support business strategies.
· Provide technical direction and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and architecture principles.
· Act as a key advisor to senior management on technology trends, innovations, and opportunities to enhance business operations.
· Oversee and manage end-to-end delivery of IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
· Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
· Ensure the scalability, security, and performance of IT systems and applications.
· Drive the adoption of modern technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve team productivity and system efficiency.
· Mentor and develop technical talent, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
· Monitor and evaluate the performance of IT systems, identifying opportunities for improvement.
· Manage relationships with third-party vendors and technology partners to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
· 8+ years of progressive experience in software development, or technology leadership roles.
· Experience in implementing complex, highly configurable technologies, preferably ServiceNow Customer and Industry Workflow Solutions
· Advanced proficiency in core ServiceNow modules such as App Engine, IT Service Management (ITSM), IT Operations Management (ITOM), Security Operations (SecOps), and HR Service Delivery
· Strong understanding of the ServiceNow platform's architecture, integration capabilities, and custom application development
· Experience with ServiceNow modules like incident, request, change, maintenance window, SLAs, and email notifications
· Knowledge of scripting business rules, UI Policies, Client Scripts, ACLs, Workflow Activities, and automation
· Proven track record of designing and implementing complex IT systems and architectures.
· Expertise in programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#) and frameworks (e.g., .NET, React, Angular).
· Strong understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and microservices architecture.
· In-depth knowledge of IT governance, cybersecurity, and compliance standards.
· Hands-on experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.
· Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
· Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide technical teams.
· Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
· Experience in the insurance or financial services industry is a significant advantage.
Working at Allied World
Our team of over 1,400 professionals has deep expertise in the industry. They enjoy their work, and many have served for several years. This is what you can expect when you join us:
- Instant membership in the Allied World Family — a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey.
- A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program.
- Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources
Global Presence
We are headquartered in Bermuda, with offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Toronto and Zug.
Our Business
Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd, through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients, cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverage since 2001. We are a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, and benefit from a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allows us to think and respond in non-traditional ways.
Allied World is an equal opportunity employer. Subject to applicable law, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, age, disability, military service, marital or civil partnership status, family status, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law or regulation in the relevant jurisdiction where we operate.
To learn more, visit awac.com, or follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/alliedworld and LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/allied-world.
