Job Title: Vice President Business Solutions
Location: Toronto ON
Employment Type: FullTime
Industry: Commercial P&C Insurance
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic Vice President Business Solutions to lead our business strategy and technology initiatives within the Commercial Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance sector. This executive leader will bridge operations sales and technical best practices to drive efficiency innovation and costeffective solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Business Integration
- Develop and execute a cohesive architectural vision for business processes metrics and data within commercial P&C insurance.
- Balance operational sales and technical best practices to optimize business performance.
- Provide strategic insights into infrastructure and capacity planning based on business needs.
Vendor & Outsourcing Management
- Select negotiate and manage relationships with thirdparty business partners and outsourced service providers.
- Ensure compliance with contractual agreements while optimizing service quality and costeffectiveness.
Financial Oversight & Cost Management
- Manage and control expenses particularly costs incurred through thirdparty partnerships.
- Identify opportunities to contain costs while maintaining business efficiency and growth.
- Plan and oversee budgets prioritizing changes and investments effectively.
Team Leadership & Project Execution
- Build and lead a highperforming team of internal and external resources to deliver business capabilities.
- Oversee the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure effective execution of key initiatives.
- Implement best practices for business application development change control and development methodologies.
Executive Collaboration & Business Growth
- Work closely with executive leadership to challenge support and drive the business forward.
- Recommend and implement initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness and business scalability.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role within commercial P&C insurance with a strong understanding of business processes data and performance metrics.
- Expertise in vendor management contract negotiations and outsourced service compliance.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and controlling expenses.
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead crossfunctional teams that deliver strategic business solutions.
- Extensive experience in business application development project management and change control methodologies.
- Executive presence with the ability to collaborate influence and drive innovation at the leadership level.
Benefits
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive Compensation Package Attractive base salary with performancebased incentives.
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits Medical dental vision and mental health support.
- Retirement Savings Plan Employermatched contributions to help you plan for the future.
- Professional Development Access to leadership training industry certifications and continuous learning opportunities.
- Flexible Work Environment Hybrid work options to support worklife balance.
- Paid Time Off Generous vacation personal days and paid holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
- Exciting Growth Opportunities Be part of a forwardthinking organization with a clear vision for the future.
QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of university degree or equivalent experience Experiences in Quality Management Software and Processes Minimum of 5+ years of Quality Assurance experience Insurance Industry experience (Personal lines preferred) Test Automation Clear demonstration of the following core competencies: Excellent planning and organizational skills Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills Good communication and interpersonal skills Process-oriented approach / creating and maintaining artifacts Excellent time management skills/ability to establish priorities Must be a team player Self-starter with the ability to work independently Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities