Director, IT, Corporate Systems

Company: Kemper Corporation
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

Location Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America Category Information Technology Job Id R-20-0011727 Kemper is one of the nation's leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper's products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. -- Kemper is seeking to hire an IT Director, Corporate Systems for our Jacksonville office.--The IT Director focuses on managing a software development team that handles enterprise corporate systems software and production support. The area focuses on all corporate application systems including HR, Finance, legal and investment applications. Responsibilities

• Manage a team of internal, external employees and contractor developers to execute various programming projects within the Corporate Systems area.
• Manage the application development lifecycle for software projects of varying size and complexity.
• Provide quality, timely and cost-effective Information Systems services in support of the company mission and strategies.
• Leads coordination of Information Systems resources and partners with customers, vendors and other Information Systems areas.
• Mentor, manage and lead skilled application developers and business systems analysts .
• Support and build consensus among business and technology stakeholders.
• Represent the company externally with Industry bodies and other partners. Qualifications
  • 10+ years of personnel management experience
  • 10+ years of experience in designing, building, and implementing software solutions in banking, finance, or insurance industries
  • Education equivalent to a college degree in computer science or related field, or the equivalent in related work experience
  • Experience leading and building Information Systems delivery organizations
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities communicating and reporting at the business and IT executive level
  • Experience in software development project management
  • Ability to execute on simultaneous projects to successful delivery
  • Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) effectively with stakeholders and senior business leadership of departments and customers participating in this project
  • Ability to organize and work effectively with project teams made up of internal staff and/or external parties (claims product, vendors, etc.)
  • Demonstrated experience and relevant expertise in the configuration and deployment of Information Systems business solutions
  • Demonstrated experience with vendor management and contract structuring
  • Ability to work remote until it is safe to return to the offices.
  • Able to handle minimal occasional travel when offices open. #LI-AK1 Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination.-- Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Get tailored job recommendations based on your interests. Kemper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected category or status.

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