Argo Group

Delivery Lead - Data Job at Argo Group in Richmond

Argo Group, Richmond, VA, US

Job Description

Argo Group is a leader in specialty insurance with a vibrant culture built on respect, equality, wellness and opportunity. We're an innovative organization that's small enough to be agile and big enough to make a difference in our industry.

Our flexible workplace is continuously evolving to ensure all employees feel:

Comfortable bringing their whole selves to work.
Confident that they will be treated respectfully.
Recognized for their performance and provided with equal opportunities to succeed.

At Argo, skill meets opportunity. If you're wired to raise your hand and ask, "Where can I help?", you'll thrive with us.

The Data Delivery Lead will be located in our Richmond, VA office, This is a dual role combining development lead and managerial responsibilities. This position oversees the development and migration of enterprise data solutions within AWS/Snowflake Cloud environment.

The role demands hands-on experience and a deep understanding of data products development and cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Planning and Execution:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams onshore and offshore to create comprehensive project/sprint plans.
Track progress against plans, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
Manage project scope using documented change management techniques.

Delivery Excellence:

Oversee all aspects of project delivery, ensuring compliance with timelines and quality standards.
Develop and maintain project governance structures, processes, and KPIs.
Generate detailed reports on project performance, risks, and issues, providing impact analysis and mitigation strategies.
Track progress against plans, noting exceptions and action plans.
Proactively anticipate potential risks, identify mitigation plans, and effectively communicate with key stakeholders.

Risk Management:

Proactively identify potential risks and communicate them effectively.
Develop and oversee the implementation of mitigation and remediation plans.
Manage the allocation and utilization of project resources, ensuring optimal productivity.

Leadership:

Lead and manage a diverse team of professionals, including Data Analysts, Data E-Delivery/Scrum Masters, Solution Architects, Development & QA Leads
Provide effective technical guidance to the development team.
Foster a collaborative environment, providing clear leadership and swift problem resolution.
Engage the team to identify project issues, risks, and develop action plans.

Customer Engagement:

Work closely with internal/external clients to understand their objectives and develop solutions that meet these objectives.

Engage in direct client communications with a high comfort level, maintaining excellent written and oral communication skills.

Professional Experience & Skills

Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred, in information technology, or a related field.
Familiarity with Snowflake or other cloud-based data platforms (preferred but not required).
A minimum of 10 to 15 years of relevant work experience.
2-4 years of P&C Insurance knowledge.
Basic knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts.
Understanding data warehousing concepts and data integrations patterns.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

PLEASE NOTE: At this time, Argo Group will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Argo Group, please contact our Benefits Department at 210-321-8400.

To all recruitment agencies: Unless you have been requested to work on this position, or other positions with Argo Group, please do not forward any resumes to Argo Group employees. Argo Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

PLEASE NOTE: At this time, Argo Group will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. is an underwriter of specialty insurance products in the property and casualty market. Argo offers a full line of products and services designed to meet the unique coverage and claims-handling needs of businesses. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brookfield Reinsurance Ltd. Argo and its insurance subsidiaries are rated ‛A-' by Standard and Poor's. Argo's insurance subsidiaries are rated ‛A-' by A.M. Best. More information about Argo is available at www.argogroup.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin or citizenship (including language use restrictions), denial of family and medical care leave, disability (mental and physical) , including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, child birth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

The collection of your personal information is subject to our HR Privacy Notice

Our Benefits

Developing our employees professionally and personally strengthens our organization.
Argo Group offers an attractive Total Rewards package that includes:

A culture that recognizes performance and empowers employees to excel, offering competitive compensation and merit driven profit sharing.
Flexible workplace policies that support employee well-being include compressed hours, flex-time, job-sharing, remote work, sabbatical leave, and holiday hours.
Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial planning options that employees can tailor to meet their personal and family needs. In addition to traditional health and wellness plans, benefits include dental, disability, life insurance, medical, and vision insurance, matching 401(k) retirement savings, generous paid time off (21 days of PTO, 11 paid company holidays, 3 floating holidays and a paid voluntary day), paid caregiver and parental leave, paid bereavement, jury duty/court appearances, and military (up to 14 days) leave, employee assistance program (EAP), and an array of voluntary benefits.
Argo Academy, a digital and instructor-led platform that offers continuous learning and professional development – Training magazine lists Argo among the Training "Top 125" Companies. Argo encourages career mobility and continuing education to pursue and maintain professional and industry designations, in addition to traditional university and higher education programs.
An inclusive culture that develops and sponsors diverse teams, encourages cross-functional engagement and collaboration, builds community through employee resource groups (ERGs), and provides an environment that welcomes ongoing dialogue, creative innovation, professional and personal development.
Active community outreach and volunteer programs.
A generous Employee Referral program that results in approximately 25% of all new hires annually.