Register
Recruit Create CV
Unfortunately, this job posting is expired.
Don't worry, we can still help! Below, please find related information to help you with your job search.
Related keywords
Some similar recruitments
2024 It Intern Jobs
Recruited by Abbott Laboratories 9 months ago Address , Waukegan, Il
It Intern Jobs
Recruited by Clausen Miller P.C. 9 months ago Address Chicago, IL, United States
It Director Of Bi & Analytics
Recruited by Ferrara 1 year ago Address Chicago, IL, United States
It Operations Engineer Jobs
Recruited by Verizon 1 year ago Address , Cary, 27513, Nc

Vp Of It Applications

Company

Sedgwick
Address , Naperville
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-09-10
Posted at 9 months ago
Job Description
Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you. It’s an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day. It’s having support for your mental, physical, financial and professional needs. It means sharpening your skills and growing your career. And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive.
A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve. If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if you’re someone who cares, there’s a place for you here. Join us and contribute to Sedgwick being a great place to work.

Great Place to Work®
Most Loved Workplace®
Forbes Best-in-State Employer
VP of IT Applications
IT Professional
Join us in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for the world’s best brands.
  • Apply your IT knowledge and experience to solve complex and constantly evolving technology challenges in the context of an energetic, entrepreneurial culture.
  • Work on Sedgwick’s industry-leading proprietary technologies and platforms – with like-minded technology experts aligned on the same goals.
  • Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service.
  • Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career.
  • Deliver innovative customer-facing technology solutions to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world’s most respected brands.
  • Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path.
  • Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial and professional needs.
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: To direct the management of software development activities within Systems and Technology; to provide administrative guidance and controls ensuring availability and productivity; to provide strategic planning; to assure security and integrity of data systems; and to manage vendors and evaluate third party and internally developed products and applications.
ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE? We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES MAY INCLUDE
  • Coordinates the preparation of activity and progress reports regarding the activities of Software Development.
  • Develops, coordinates, guides and maintains Software Development strategic and tactical plans in support of the overall corporate strategy; defines a vision for meeting current and future Software Development needs, while ensuring alignment and integration of Software Development with the overall vision, mission, and values of the enterprise.
  • Manages Software Development colleagues, including answering questions, setting priorities, establishing goals and objectives, and meeting deadlines.
  • Supports the organization's quality program(s).
  • Evaluates industry studies and business development support.
  • Assures the confidentiality, privacy and all reasonable restriction of access to corporate or customer data through policy, procedure and regular review.
  • Works with Implementation and strategic planning colleagues to support efficient technology for internal and customer use; serves as a senior management liaison with other departments within and beyond the Systems and Technology division.
  • Directs the management, strategic development and deployment of the software applications development departments as an integrated corporate resource.
  • Oversees budgeting, staffing, colleague development and vendor management.
  • Responsible for research and development of new technologies, methodologies, product design and deployment; maintains current technology and methodologies.
  • Provides technology vision and leadership for developing and implementing Software Development initiatives improving cost effectiveness, service quality and business development in a constantly changing environment; supervises and provides input for cost-benefit analysis and prioritization change requests.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Travels as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.
  • Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.
  • Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
  • Plans for staffing needs including succession, bench-strength, and new business.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Thorough knowledge of systems and development
  • Excellent project management skills
  • Ten (10) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include eight (8) years of systems and development experience and six (6) years supervisory or project management experience.
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
  • Excellent negotiation skills
  • Analytical and interpretive skills
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Major in Information Systems or Management preferred. Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Information Systems or Management preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Leadership/management/motivational skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
  • PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to work in a team environment
TAKING CARE OF YOU
  • Career development and promotional growth opportunities.
  • Craves cutting-edge opportunities.
  • Strong team and customer service orientation.
  • A diverse and comprehensive benefits offering including medical, dental vision, 401K, PTO and more.
  • Thrives when allowed flexibility and autonomy.
  • Seeks to contribute to a larger purpose.
  • Craves culture of support, both giving and receiving.
Work environment requirements for entry-level opportunities include –
Physical: Computer keyboarding
Auditory/visual: Hearing, vision and talking
Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgement and discretion; ability to meet deadlines
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.