Executive Manager, Business Execution & Optimisation

Drive Innovation and Transformation with IAG

For over 165 years, CGU has been insuring ambition. Part of Insurance Australia Group (known as IAG), we’re a leading commercial, rural and personal lines insurer and a top-three provider of workers compensation insurance.

Your Role

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving strategic change? Intermediated Insurance Australia (IIA), part of IAG, is seeking an experienced Executive Manager, Optimisation and Execution to lead key initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, leverage emerging technologies, and align with organisational growth objectives.


This high-impact position involves leading the design, planning, and delivery of IIA's Strategic Portfolio. Your contribution will be critical in driving operational innovation, transforming core business functions, and embedding best practices to achieve measurable outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
Develop and embed efficient processes to enhance delivery, transformation, and alignment with IIA’s goals.
Prioritise and execute initiatives that optimise investment, manage risks, and maximise outcomes.
Drive business transformation through automation, process reengineering, and innovative technology solutions.
Foster collaboration and strategic change, building strong stakeholder relationships and championing continuous improvement.
Streamline operations and deliver scalable workflows that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and align with customer and business objectives

This is a permanent full-time opportunity and open to candidates based in Gadigal Country (Sydney), Naarm (Melbourne) and Meanjin (Brisbane)

About You

You will bring a proven track record in leading transformation, operational excellence, and strategic delivery, complemented by:
Strategic vision and tactical expertise to balance daily operational needs with long-term objectives.
Leadership and influence to inspire teams, drive performance, and foster collaboration.
Experience in implementing automation technologies, re-engineering processes, and leveraging data-driven insights to drive transformation.
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills to align teams and achieve shared outcomes.
Commercial acumen, portfolio management proficiency, and a customer-focused approach to delivering exceptional results.
Portfolio and risk management expertise, ensuring investments are optimised and risks are mitigated.
A proven ability to lead offshoring or outsourcing initiatives, including vendor negotiations and performance monitoring.
Change leadership skills to manage complexity, ambiguity, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.


Applications close Wednesday, 14 May 2025 at 23:5+pm AEST.
Joining IAG you’ll have access to a raft of benefits from across the Group:
Boosted superannuation with 13% as standard
Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance
5 myLeave days per year on top of annual leave
Work from home and many more flexibility options with myFlex
Industry-leading 20 weeks paid parental leave, available from the day you start, for both primary and secondary carers
Dedicated career growth programs, including the award-winning IAG Academy
Compassionate leave
Inclusive leave such as public holiday swap and gender affirmation leave
Discounts on every day and special occasion items

About Us
As part of IAG you'll enjoy a world of career opportunities, a purpose-led place focused on creating connection and belonging, and where you can create meaningful impact every day and grow your career beyond the expected. That’s not just words. It’s our people promise. We're ready for you with unexpected opportunities for your career, your work-life and your ability to make a difference. We celebrate all viewpoints shaped by life experiences and culture and are guided by the knowledge and voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses, and communities. We collaborate on Indigenous-led solutions that enable growth and create meaningful change for our customers and employees.

We’re ready for you. Apply today.

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