At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead transformative projects in P&C insurance claims using AI and emerging technologies.
- Company: Join Cognizant Consulting, a global leader in innovative business solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and generous PTO.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid work model based in Downtown Toronto with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of insurance while building trusted relationships with industry leaders.
- Qualifications: 12+ years in P&C insurance with strong claims operations experience required.
The predicted salary is between 126000 - 148000 $ per year.
About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients.
About the role
As a Senior Consulting Manager, Insurance Consulting, you will make an impact by helping property and casualty (P&C) insurers transform their claims operations with emerging technologies (such as AI, agentic automation), taking initiatives from roadmap and business case through to solution design and development readiness. You will be a valued member of the Cognizant Consulting Insurance Practice and work collaboratively with clients, project stakeholders, and internal consulting teams to deliver value‑additive consulting engagements and build long‑term trusted relationships.
In this role, you will:
- Lead and deliver P&C claims transformation engagements across claims lifecycle, from FNOL and triage to settlement.
- Identify and analyze the applicability of emerging technologies (such as AI) across the claim’s lifecycle.
- Create the business case for change.
- Partner with executives to shape and prioritize initiatives, driving business outcomes through technology delivery.
- Partner with clients and internal teams to plan, scope, and execute value‑additive consulting projects while managing engagement economics.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to P&C claims and technology leaders, building strong, ethical, and long‑standing working relationships with senior client stakeholders.
- Own and lead business development activities including upsell opportunities and management of RFI/RFP responses.
- Own and lead go‑to‑market initiatives by developing thought leadership and white papers on market trends, client needs, and emerging opportunities within the insurance industry.
- Manage senior client relationships, project governance, and ongoing communication, including executive‑level status reporting and issue resolution.
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position based in Downtown Toronto, Canada. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
What you must have to be considered
- 12+ years of experience in P&C insurance (Personal Lines experience is a must), with a strong focus on claims operations or claims technology, including working knowledge of applied AI in insurance.
- 3+ years of leading teams, managing client engagements and internal stakeholders.
- Hands‑on experience with Guidewire Claims Centre.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to translate client objectives into clear scope, development‑ready requirements, and executable tasks.
- Ability to shape and facilitate discovery sessions and workshops with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong work ethic, with a proven track record of building trusted client relationships.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada without sponsorship.
These will help you succeed
- Ability to serve as a thought leader in AI‑enabled P&C claims transformation best practices.
- Experience with claims ecosystem integrations such as Audatex, Mitchell, or police/collision reporting systems.
- Experience with Canadian insurance markets.
- Experience creating consulting mindshare such as white papers, points‑of‑view, and case studies.
- Experience building reusable consulting assets and practice capabilities.
- Strong presence as trusted advisor and team player.
Compensation
$126,000-$148,000. This position is eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
- 401(k) plan and contributions.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Employee assistance program.
- 10 paid holidays plus PTO.
- Paid parental leave and fertility assistance.
- Learning and development certifications and programs.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Sr. Consulting Manager, P&C insurance in Mississauga employer: Cognizant
Cognizant is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture focused on innovation and collaboration, particularly in the fast-paced financial services sector. Employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, including access to cutting-edge technologies and professional development programs, all while working in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. Located in a vibrant tech hub, Cognizant offers unique advantages such as networking with industry leaders and participating in transformative projects that make a real impact.
