Chief of Staff / Direction de la Transformation

European Leading Insurance Group – Strong Growth Momentum

Snipe RH is supporting a major European insurance group engaged in a sustained growth trajectory and an ambitious transformation program spanning strategic, organizational, and operational dimensions.

In a demanding and fast-evolving environment, the Group is strengthening its Transformation Department and is seeking a Chief of Staff / Transformation office to work on critical initiatives supporting the company’s development and overall performance.

The role

At the heart of the transformation agenda, you will directly contribute to the evolution of the Group’s operating model, the structuring of its activities, and the enhancement of overall performance.

You will support senior leadership on high-visibility topics, combining strategic thinking with operational execution.

Key responsibilities

Strategic Structuring & Analysis

You will lead in-depth analyses on key transformational topics, including business evolution, organizational design, operating model optimization, operational performance, central functions, and integration of new entities.

• Deliver high-value analyses and actionable recommendations
• Support decision-making at the highest levels of the organization
• Contribute to solving complex issues in transformation-driven environments

Transformation Management

You will actively contribute to the structuring and execution of the Group’s key transformation initiatives:

• Identification and prioritization of strategic workstreams
• Project scoping and roadmap definition
• Execution monitoring and delivery assurance
• Preparation of materials for governance bodies

You will play a key role in driving adoption of transformation initiatives through:

• Definition of change management strategies
• Stakeholder engagement and alignment
• Dissemination of best practices and upskilling of teams

Your work will take place within an international environment, interacting with multiple entities across the Group.

Profile

We are looking for an experienced professional combining strong analytical rigor, strategic perspective, execution capabilities, and versatility.

Experience

• Previous experience within a consulting firm (strategy, organization, transformation), ideally with exposure to financial services
• or
• Significant experience in transformation and/or project management within a banking or insurance institution

Skills

• Strong analytical, structuring, and synthesis capabilities
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Proficiency with performance management and analytical tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.)
• Ability to operate effectively in complex, matrix organizations

Personal attributes

• Strong situational awareness and political acumen
• Ability to interact with senior stakeholders
• Autonomous, results-oriented, and highly demanding of quality
• Intellectual curiosity and appetite for transformation environments
• Strong commitment and ownership mindset

What our client offers

• Direct exposure to the strategic challenges of a transforming international group
• A high-impact role with strong internal visibility
• A demanding environment fostering accelerated learning
• Fast-track career progression opportunities within a rapidly growing organization

Location

Position based in Paris, with regular travel across France and internationally.