Consulting Manager, Insurance and Pensions

Consulting Manager, Insurance and Pensions

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Date published Oct 20 2026 Location Amsterdam, AM - Schiphol / Netherlands Job category Consulting Work model Hybrid

Cognizant Consulting is de plek waar nieuwsgierige geesten samenkomen om complexe uitdagingen op te lossen en betekenisvolle impact te creëren. Door inzicht in de sector, technologische expertise en de kracht van AI te combineren, werken we samen met toonaangevende organisaties om de manier waarop zij werken en klanten bedienen te transformeren.

Als Consulting Manager, Bankverzekeringen en Pensioenen maak je impact door leiding te geven aan een afgebakende werkstroom of een klein tot middelgroot consulting project, waarbij je zakelijke behoeften vertaalt naar implementeerbare verandering en tegelijkertijd de uitvoering, klantrelaties en teamprestaties managed. Je bent een gewaardeerd lid van het Banking & Financial Services (BFS) Consulting-team en werkt nauw samen met stakeholders bij klanten op het gebied van business, operations, risk, data en technologie, en met partners, start-ups en designbureaus.

In deze functie ga je

De leveringsscope, planning, risico's, kwaliteit en resultaten voor een werkstroom of project managen, en leiding geven aan discovery van requirements, het ontwerp van processen, de ontwikkeling van de business case en de implementatie voorbereiding. De klantstakeholders managen en de business-, operations-, risk-, data- en technologieteams coördineren, besluitvorming faciliteren en afhankelijkheden managen, zodat aanbevelingen praktisch, controleerbaar en implementatiegereed zijn. Processen in de waardeketen van bankverzekeren herontwerpen en verbeteren. De implementatie van BPM-workflows in PEGA beoordelen en begeleiden, en bedrijfsdoelstellingen vertalen naar proces-, data-, controle- en technologievereisten voor bankverzekeren applicaties en het omliggende systeem landschap. Relevante Nederlandse en EU-context toepassen, waaronder zorgplicht Consultants en business analisten coachen.

· Meewerken aan voorstellen, klantpresentaties, herbruikbare oplossingen en inhoudelijke publicaties.

Werkmodel

Bij Cognizant streven we waar mogelijk naar flexibiliteit. Op basis van de zakelijke vereisten van deze functie is dit een hybride functie waarbij je 2-3 dagen per week aanwezig bent op een kantoor van een klant of van Cognizant in Amsterdam. Ongeacht je werkregeling staan we voor je klaar om een gezonde balans tussen werk en privé te ondersteunen via onze diverse welzijnsprogramma's.

De werkregelingen voor deze functie zijn accuraat op de datum van plaatsing. Dit kan veranderen afhankelijk van het project waaraan je werkt, evenals zakelijke en klantvereisten. Wees gerust; we zullen altijd duidelijk zijn over de verwachtingen van de functie.

Wat je moet hebben om in aanmerking te komen

Doorgaans 8+ jaar relevante ervaring, waaronder consulting, businessanalyse en/of transformatie, waarbij je verantwoordelijk was voor complexe analyses en de afstemming met verschillende stakeholders. Minimaal 2 jaar ervaring met het leiden van teams of werkstromen. Functionele kennis van bankverzekeren, verzekeringen en pensioenen, waaronder producten, klantreizen, operating model, controls en wet & regelgeving.

· Ervaring met end-to-end businessanalyse en het vermogen om, onafhankelijk van een specifieke technologie, capabilities, gevolgen voor de architectuur, integraties, beheersmaatregelen en niet-functionele eisen te beoordelen.

· Sterke advies-, analyse-, workshop-, presentatie- en stakeholdermanagement-vaardigheden, en het vermogen om bedrijfsprocessen te verbinden met datavereisten.

· Mondelinge en schriftelijke beheersing van het Engels.

· Een relevante bachelor- of masteropleiding of vergelijkbare werkervaring.

Deze zullen je helpen slagen

Praktische ervaring met PEGA-implementaties voor BFS-, verzekerings- en pensioenbedrijfsprocessen. Beheersing van de Nederlandse taal heeft de voorkeur. Een sterke consultingtoolkit met hypothesegedreven analyse, gestructureerde probleemoplossing, executive storytelling en changemanagement. Het vermogen om effectief te werken in de Nederlandse consensusgerichte omgeving en in hybride, internationale teams Bereid om waar nodig te reizen naar klantlocaties in Nederland en de Benelux.

Herken je jezelf in een groot deel van dit profiel, maar niet in ieder punt? Dan nodigen we je van harte uit om te solliciteren. We zijn benieuwd naar de ervaring en vaardigheden die jij meebrengt en naar de waarde die je vanuit jouw achtergrond aan ons team en onze klanten kunt toevoegen.

Cognizant Consulting is where curious minds come together to solve complex challenges and create meaningful impact. Blending industry insight, technology expertise, and the power of AI, we partner with leading organizations to transform the way they work, serve customers, and grow.

As a Consulting Manager, Insurance and Pensions, you will make an impact by leading a defined workstream or small-to-medium consulting engagement, translating business needs into implementable change while managing delivery, client relationships and team performance. You will be a valued member of the Banking & Financial Services (BFS) Consulting team and work collaboratively with business, operations, risk, data and technology stakeholders, alliances, start-ups, design agencies, and clients.

In this role, you will

Own delivery scope, plan, risks, quality and outcomes for a workstream or discrete engagement, leading requirements discovery, target-process design, business case development and implementation readiness. Manage day-to-day client stakeholders and coordinate business, operations, risk, data and technology teams, facilitating decision-making and managing dependencies so recommendations are practical, auditable and implementation-ready. Advise clients across life, non-life and income protection insurance, group and individual pensions, annuities, claims, policy administration and retirement services, and assess, redesign and improve processes across the insurance and pensions value chain. Understand, assess and guide implementation of BPM workflows in PEGA, and translate business objectives into process, data, control and technology requirements across policy and claims platforms, pension administration, actuarial engines, CRM, portals, document management and integration. Coach consultants and business analysts, provide structured quality assurance, and support proposals, account plans, reusable assets and thought leadership, applying relevant Netherlands and EU context including duty of care, pension transition, and prudential and conduct supervision.

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you must have to be considered

Typically 8+ years of relevant experience, including consulting or transformation delivery and at least 2 years leading teams or workstreams. Deep functional knowledge of insurance and pensions, including products, customer journeys, operating model, economics, controls and regulatory drivers. Demonstrated ability to perform end-to-end IT business analysis, including problem framing, stakeholder analysis, requirements elicitation, process modelling, user stories, acceptance criteria, traceability, testing support and business readiness. A technology-agnostic approach, with the ability to evaluate capabilities, architecture implications, integration dependencies, controls and non-functional requirements without being tied to a single vendor. Excellent written and spoken English, and a bachelor or master degree in business, finance, economics, technology or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

These will help you succeed

Hands-on experience in PEGA implementations for BFS, insurance and pensions business processes. Dutch language capability is strongly preferred. Experience with Dutch or Benelux banks, insurers, pension providers, asset managers, fintechs or financial-market infrastructure, and knowledge of the Dutch supervisory landscape including the roles of DNB and AFM. A strong consulting toolkit covering hypothesis-led analysis, structured problem solving, workshop facilitation, executive storytelling, business cases, roadmap development and change delivery. Ability to work effectively in the Dutch consensus-oriented environment and in hybrid, international teams, travelling to client locations in the Netherlands and the wider Benelux region where needed.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional employment information Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more.

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