IT Change & Release Manager (US, London, Stockholm or Liege)
Who We Are
SiriusPoint is a global insurance and reinsurance company created from the merger of Third Point Re and Sirius International Insurance Group. We are a top global (re)insurer writing a worldwide portfolio of businesses including Accident & Health, Liability, Property and Specialty.
Bermuda-headquartered and listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: SPNT), we are looking at ways to grow intelligently, underwrite profitably, and drive technology innovation in the insurance industry.
We challenge convention, disrupt the traditional way of doing things, and devise new and better solutions. We strive to excel in everything we do and continuously build knowledge and learn beyond our current skillsets.
Join Our Team
We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented IT Change & Release Manager with a strong foundation in the insurance industry to coordinate IT change and release activities across Agile and DevOps environments. This role ensures the secure and compliant delivery of IT changes and software releases while minimizing disruption to operations. You’ll collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams and report directly to the Head of IT Strategic Projects and Governance.
Key Responsibilities
Change & Release Execution
* Develop and manage change and release strategies tailored to (re)insurance systems and regulatory requirements.
* Maintain a centralized release calendar to ensure alignment with sprint schedules, backlog priorities, and business needs.
* Facilitate CAB (Change Advisory Board) meetings to review change requests, ensure stakeholder alignment and support Agile release trains or CI/CD pipelines.
* Own, evolve and demonstrate compliance with SiriusPoint’s Change Management Policy.
Agile Delivery Collaboration
* Integrate change and release processes into delivery frameworks, covering both waterfall and Agile processes.
* Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to assess change impacts and ensure QA objectives are met.
* Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Business Analysts and QA Engineers to support continuous delivery and stakeholder alignment.
DevOps Enablement
* Ensure releases are orchestrated via CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps) with automated quality gates and rollback mechanisms.
* Monitor implementation performance using observability tools to evaluate risk, control effectiveness, and compliance.
* Partner with DevOps engineers to embed release governance into development workflows with auditable tracking and automated change control.
Risk & Compliance
* Conduct impact assessments and ensure all changes follow approved processes with appropriate documentation.
* Ensure compliance with regulations (e.g., HIPAA, SOX, NAIC, GDPR) and internal audit requirements.
* Own IT SOX quarterly/year‑end certifications and post‑release evaluations across development and infrastructure teams.
Continuous Improvement
* Analyze release metrics and feedback to evolve change governance and reduce deployment friction.
* Promote best practices in quality assurance and agile delivery, championing a DevSecOps mindset across teams.
United Behind Common Goals
At SiriusPoint we work as one team across our global business, and we unite that team behind common goals, understanding the positive impact we can all make. We aim to retain and attract great people, knowing they can achieve a rewarding and enriching career at SiriusPoint.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to provide security and resilience in an uncertain world.
Our Vision
Our vision is to be recognized as a best‑in‑class insurer and reinsurer, utilizing deep risk capabilities to protect our customers. Blending our talent, expertise and data to provide intelligent risk solutions.
Our Culture
Our culture is one of performance and accountability. Our people are our experts, and you will be empowered to apply your expertise in a supportive, collaborative and purposeful environment.
Our Values
* Integrity: Integrity, respect and trust are our core principles.
* Customer Focused: Our customers are the reason we exist.
* Solution Driven: Creating solutions is our mindset.
* Diversity: Diversity, inclusion and allyship make us stronger.
* Collaboration: Collaboration drives outperformance.
Be Yourself
We are building a differentiated culture and approach. We have shared values that drive our behavior and a culture that makes it a fun, exciting, and productive place to work and a great partner to do business with. You should be entrepreneurial, pioneering, open and yourself.
Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for a proactive and detail‑oriented professional who is passionate about development, governance and controls. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to maintaining high standards of IT control, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact.
Required Qualifications
* 7+ years of experience in IT Change and Release Management.
* Strong understanding of insurance domain processes (e.g., claims, underwriting, policy administration).
* Experience with ITIL framework and change management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, BMC Remedy).
* Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOps practices.
* Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
* Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
* Experience working within an evolving environment and can adapt to changes in the project or schedule.
Preferred Qualifications
* Knowledge of regulatory compliance in insurance (e.g., NAIC, GDPR).
* Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field.
We Achieve More Together
We value and support the unique voices, backgrounds, lifestyles, and contributions of a diverse global employee base. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) is imperative to our success. We are building an environment that embeds DEI&B into everything we do and enables us to unlock critical drivers of equality, innovation, and success. We want everyone to be included, valued, respected, and supported to unleash their full potential.
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