Primary Details

Primary Responsibilities

Strategy and Planning
Provide thought leadership and direction for reporting as a critical practice within the GSSC and a as component of the Group Hub for Data & Analytics
Understands and articulates the GSSC Data Reporting and Analytics strategy and support function to internal and external stakeholders
Participate in GSSC-wide strategic planning and coordinate planning for the assigned function
Provides input into strategies and policies
Develop and implement annual and long-term operating plans
Plans and organizes function specific initiatives
Participate in the operational function budgeting process
Enforce good governance processes and procedures
Work with Divisional Data & Analytics Leads to deliver improved value by harnessing the power of data reporting and analytics
Support business performance through data driven decisions
Assists the Divisional Data & Analytics Leads and Group Leadership in the delivery of reporting services and initiatives to remove duplication drive cost efficiency and increase service level performance
Ensure strategic relationship management between the GSSC and the Business/Analytics Partners
Enforce service levels and ensure performance metrics are adhered to
Policy Process and Procedures
Establish and implement appropriate program policies and procedures to enhance reporting as a practice that delivers value to the global QBE organization
Ensures appropriate and effective reporting and change management frameworks are in place
Establish process synergies across regional locations being supported
Ensure compliance to relevant legislation
Ensure Information Security policy adherence
Advocate an effective risk and compliance culture by effectively designing and implementing procedures with appropriate control evidence where appropriate
Environmental Awareness/Customer Focus
Builds and maintains strong and effective relationships with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure delivery of reports and analysis
Presents and communicates the intent and outcomes aligned to initiatives and results/benefits effectively
Provide timely accurate information to internal stakeholders to develop and maintain a no surprises operating environment
Formalize knowledge sharing with business partners
Provide input on implemented programs/campaigns
Create operating transparency
Deliver timely accurate and relevant reports and analysis
Increase GSSCs credibility within the QBE community through participation in committees task forces and events
Regularly research industry standards and practices to stay on top of the latest trends tools and policy
Technical Performance
Serve as the primary thought leadership resource for reporting within the GSSC and the Group Hub for Data & Analytics
Provide insight advice and guidance to leaders within the Reporting Tower
Implement the Reporting Towers program policies and procedures
Implement strategy and leverage GSSC talents and capabilities within the operating unit
Use technology and cutting edge reporting methodologies to simplify and speed up processes
Leverage on best practices across all regions served
Champion the operative sustainability of the Reporting Tower
Performs analysis to understand requirements data mitigating factors and alternative approaches
Prepares structured reports interpreting complex material for internal and external clients
Produces high quality presentations for board management committees and other forums
Ensures frequent and accurate communication to identified stakeholders
Proactive engagement of technical subject matter experts both internally and externally
Challenge the team to perform above and beyond expectation
Ensure QBE utilizes the best practice
People Management
Maintain a can do operating culture that encourages ONEQBE values while helping to develop QBEs reputation within the industry as an Employer of Choice and GSSCs internal reputation within QBE as a premier provider of consistent excellent value-add service
Attract develop and retain a high quality workforce with the knowledge skill and will to deliver excellent outcomes
Partner with HR Business Partners to utilize intelligent recruiting practices and develop and implement competency testing programs
Fully utilize the Employee Value Proposition programs
Promote individual accountability through performance management program (PMP) approach that aligns personal performance objectives with strategic performance
Define clear career paths across the Reporting Tower
Proactively leads a number of teams and manages workloads across the teams
Fosters teamwork through recognition and appreciation contributions
Provides support and contribution to other departments
Provides support to the Group and Divisional Data & Analytics Leads

Required Education

Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Required Experience

10 years relevant experience

Preferred Competencies/Skills

High level problem solving and analytical skills
Innovative
Strong management skills
Adept at handling multi-functional teams
Agile in the workplace
Strong change management skills with the ability to instigate and drive improvements across a range of disciplines.
Excellent presentation verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain relationships at all levels with internal and external customers
Ability to manage senior stakeholder expectations
Effective in planning and forecasting
Sound commercial judgment
Deep technical knowledge in various reporting and analytics tools such as Database Management SQL Power BI SAS Tableau Qlikview etc.

Preferred Experience

Bachelors degree preferably in statistics mathematics or economics
At least 10 years experience in data reporting analytics leadership role
Solid experience in analyzing requirements and performing business impact analysis
Solid experience in designing implementing and supporting reporting solutions
Solid experience in presenting reports and analysis to senior stakeholders
Significant experience in managing large teams and complex/diverse business units

Preferred Knowledge

Substantial shared services technical knowledge and skills across all regions served
Working knowledge of the insurance and reinsurance business
Advanced knowledge in business performance reporting finance HR procurement marketing and statistical analysis
Knowledge of Project Management Methodology
Knowledge of organizational change structures and change management approaches
Knowledge of IT data and information architectures aligned to data reporting and analytics


QBE Cultural DNA

Everything we do at QBE is underpinned by our DNA (which interlinks seven cultural elements) because we know its not just what we do that matters its how we do it that makes the difference. We expect all employees to role model and inspire the right behaviours that link to our cultural elements:
We are customer-focused
We are technical experts
We are inclusive
We are fast-paced
We are courageous
We are accountable
We are a team
All employees are expected to adhere to QBEs Code of Ethics and Conduct and apply sound risk management practices

US Only - Disclaimer

To successfully perform this job the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

Global Disclaimer

The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employees normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company to each other and to our customers suppliers communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.