CCC Intelligent Solutions is a leading technology company helping to improve the insurance claims process for millions of people. Our award-winning SaaS platform connects more than 35,000 businesses, including insurance carriers, repair facilities, automakers, part suppliers, lenders, and others to streamline the process from start to finish.
Our advanced capabilities in AI, IoT, telematics, data, and analytics drive continual innovation across our platform, as we work to advance the multi-trillion-dollar P&C insurance economy's digital transformation.
At CCC, our mission is to keep people's lives moving forward when it matters most. Diversity of experience and perspective is key to our pursuit so we can deliver a future of possibilities for our customers.
The Role
CCC is seeking a Sr. Director of Corporate Strategy to lead all elements of corporate strategy across our growing SaaS business. The Sr. Director, Corporate Strategy will be based out of CCC's global headquarters in Chicago's Fulton Market, and lead CCC's corporate strategy team. The role will report to the Group Vice President of Strategy, and frequently interact with the Chief Strategy Officer and other CCC Executives.
The role will encompass a broad range of responsibilities including corporate strategy, portfolio strategy, market and competitive assessments, and identification of future growth opportunities (organic and inorganic). The role will have an impact on the strategic decisions of the company along with significant exposure to the Executive Leadership Team. Strong performers will have the ability to take on added responsibility and will have numerous opportunities for career advancement within the company, based on areas of interest and business needs.
The Sr. Director will lead a team in executing strategy projects and market assessments with the objective of shaping the company's future growth agenda. The Sr. Director in this role will have a strong ability to deliver tangible impact and value creation for the company.
The ideal candidate is an experienced strategy leader with expertise managing strategy projects including market assessments, competitive assessments, and growth strategy engagements. The candidate will be skilled in leading cross-functional strategy efforts, and managing external stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes with strong buy-in.
Previous consulting experience is required, ideally from a leading strategic consultancy. An MBA from a top-tier institution is strongly preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
Partner with the Group Vice President, Strategy to manage CCC's Corporate Strategy agenda in support of our senior-most leadersLead quarterly strategy reviews with senior executivesLead annual strategic planning and corresponding business touchpoints, culminating in an aligned strategic plan that guides investment decisionsResearch market and technology trends underpinning priority market segmentsConduct market scans and proactively develop ideas for growthConduct company / competitive research and translate into actionable insightLead team in executing strategic assessments in support of business objectivesWork cross functionally with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, Technology, and Finance in vetting corporate strategy optionsConduct strategic assessments of partnership and/or M&A opportunities
Requirements:
Qualifications
8-12 years of professional experience including at least 5 years of strategy consulting experience from a leading strategy consulting firmMBA from a top tier business school strongly preferredGrowth mindset with proven experience leading growth strategy, corporate strategy, and portfolio strategy engagements with successful outcomesExperience managing a team of consultants to deliver results and impactExperience working with cross-functional client teams to achieve target outcomesTrack record of translating strategic recommendations into implementation plans to deliver bottom line resultsStrong quantitative and qualitative skills, including the proficiency building models and business cases to evaluate investment opportunitiesSkilled using PowerPoint to create presentations synthesizing project findings and recommendationsStrong communication skills - both written and verbal - including ability to effectively present and persuade others, including senior level executivesExperience in strategic M&A strongly preferredTechnology or software related experience preferred
About the company's commitment to its employees:
CCC Intelligent Solutions employees are part of an inclusive culture that brings together diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Our team is defined by our values of: Integrity, Customer-Focus, Innovation, Diversity & Inclusion, and Tenacity. Together, we help our clients and each other achieve new goals.
CCC is committed to providing employees with opportunities to advance their careers and skillsets. CCC team members receive access to training and education reimbursement is available.
CCC offers competitive compensation and generous benefits. Health insurance, PTO, 401K, are just some of the benefits available to team members.
Each team member plays an important role in the company's success and each team member has a voice. CCC employee engagement and job satisfaction ratings consistently exceed industry norms - underscoring the value CCC places on its employees.
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