Claims Portfolio Lead / Scrum Master

About the position

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital - a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the Claims portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic objectives.
• Prioritize and manage the project pipeline, balancing resource allocation and meeting project deadlines.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define and refine project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Monitor and report on portfolio health, risks, and issues, ensuring timely delivery of high-value claims solutions.
• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring team adherence to the Scrum framework.
• Coach and mentor Scrum teams on Agile principles and Scrum practices, fostering continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Claims Product Owners to manage and prioritize the product backlog effectively.
• Address cross-team dependencies and ensure smooth collaboration across multiple teams.
• Utilize knowledge of Claims business processes to optimize solutions, improving claims handling efficiency.
• Manage project governance, including steering committees, budgeting, and risk management.
• Leverage technical expertise in Duck Creek or similar platforms to drive implementation and optimization of Claims systems.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring that teams actively identify and implement process enhancements.
• Advocate for Agile best practices within the organization and contribute to the growth of the Agile community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Scrum Master, including at least 3 years in specialty insurance or financial services.
• At least 5 years of experience in Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance Claims.
• Expertise in portfolio management practices, tools, and techniques.
• Proven experience in scaling Agile practices across teams, using frameworks like SAFe or LeSS.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience in coaching and mentoring high-performing teams.
• Proficiency in Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Azure DevOps).
• In-depth understanding of Claims business processes and workflow optimization within the insurance industry.
• Hands-on experience with Duck Creek's Policy and Claims solutions or similar platforms.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills to engage cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a continuous learning mindset, adapting to Agile maturity and market trends.

Benefits

• Base salary in the range of $165K to $215K for New York, $145K to $200K for Redbank and $135K to $170K for Alpharetta.
• Competitive target incentive compensation, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance.
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.