Head of Anti-Fraud and Data Transformation

Head of Anti-Fraud and Data Transformation – 12-month FTC

Location – Bexhill, London or Leicester – Hybrid

Welcome to Hastings Direct – From our Group HR Director Pam Angel

We’re a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We’ve made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We’re proud of the journey we’re on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.

We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there’s even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you’re now reading this job advert means we’ve tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD – we really hope you like what you see, and you’ll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you’re not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.

Role Overview:

This role will lead all Anti-fraud and Data transformation roadmap delivery for Hastings, developing an exciting roadmap of change which supports operations and commercial teams to deliver significant indemnity and operational savings and provide a market leading customer experience.  

Partnering closely with the relevant business leaders, the role will hold accountability for the design, development and deployment of several projects and programmes to deliver the Anti-Fraud and Data strategy.  You will also be empowered to prioritise change to best meet the business need and to that end will have direct leadership of transformation managers, process design resources and other resources as required to meet their goals, as well as access to a matrix structure for a range of SMEs and additional delivery resources across the business (including digital, operational delivery, data and CX)

Accountabilities

• Partner with Commercial and Ops leads to determine and document vision and strategy

• Create, communicate and align cross functional delivery roadmaps between teams – all technical and non-technical (process/ operational) change - deliver prioritised change directly, and through transformation managers/ODM's/other leaders

• Accountable for prioritisation, change delivery, outcomes and benefits cases across all Anti-fraud and Data programmes

• Develop and support dedicated transformation managers owning their own projects/ programmes of work

• With the relevant business leaders, act as co-signatory for all digital & other technical designs and prioritisation decisions – ensuring alignment between operations and change, promoting stability alongside the transformation agenda

• Develop automation and decisioning via straight through process design of journeys which deliver the right outcomes

• Working closely with the claims digital team to align product roadmaps and with the wider claims digital strategy and change roadmaps

• Once core functionality is delivered on a project, transition into a continuous test and learn state to optimise commercial and customer outcomes over the long term

Skills Knowledge & Experience

• Solid experience as a digital & technology leader within claims or in an industry with transferrable skills

• Strong experience leading transformation initiatives from early days to desired future state

• Exceptional stakeholder management capability, and an ability to communicate concepts effectively at all levels of an organisation

• Experience in working in a software development team

• Experience of journey design end to end

What we offer

Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.

Reward

Salary – Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance (pay reviews also completed each year)

Flexible Working – We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home. 

Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings’ performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.

Physical Wellbeing – as a Band 5 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI) This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen.

Financial Wellbeing – As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes – discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support.

Mental Wellbeing programme – At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that’s why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own, in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs

There's more! – 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more

Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we’ll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve

We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or throughout your journey with us at Hastings, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.

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