PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP· Professional Services· Oct 23, 2026 · 5d ago
IL-Chicago, IL
Location
In office
Work mode
Full-time
Schedule
Lead
Level
$99K–$232K
Compensation
5+ years exp
Experience
Job description
The Opportunity
As a Guidewire Configuration Lead you will apply consulting skills to help clients optimize operational efficiency through analysis, software implementation, training, and support for Guidewire solutions within our Business Application Consulting practice. As a Manager you will lead teams, coach junior professionals, and manage workstreams while balancing client needs, quality, timelines, and deliverables. In this role at PwC, you will use your knowledge of Guidewire applications to support configuration activities, guide delivery decisions, and help move client work forward in a changing environment.
Responsibilities
- Leading Guidewire configuration workstreams across client engagements and aligning deliverables with business requirements
- Managing project plans, timelines, budgets, and team activities across PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, and ClaimCenter initiatives
- Coordinating solution design, configuration, and integration activities for Guidewire software implementations
- Reviewing technical deliverables, identifying system dependencies, and resolving complex configuration issues
- Coaching team members on Guidewire development approaches, delivery methods, and practical application of software tooling
- Supporting client discussions to clarify requirements, confirm scope, and translate business needs into platform solutions
- Overseeing testing activities, defect resolution, and deployment readiness across application releases
- Identifying opportunities to improve delivery methods, streamline configuration work, and strengthen operational efficiency
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 5 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for a Master's or Masters of Business Administration degree in at least one of the following fields of study: Actuarial Science, Business Administration/Management, Business Analytics, Commerce, Computer and Information Science, Computer Applications, Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering & Accounting, Data Processing/Analytics/Science, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Engineering and Business, Finance, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management/Research, Risk Management, Software App, Statistics
- Demonstrating Guidewire configuration leadership across policy, billing, or claims
- Leading complex project planning, budgeting, execution, and delivery
- Mentoring teams through code reviews, issue resolution, and feedback
- Using Guidewire BillingCenter, ClaimCenter, or PolicyCenter configuration
- Translating business needs into system design and delivery priorities
The salary range for this position is: $99,000 - $232,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: pwc.to
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: pwc.to. Learn more about how we work: pwc.to For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: pwc.to
Requirements
Must-haves
Leading Guidewire configuration workstreams across client engagements and aligning deliverables with business requirements
Managing project plans, timelines, budgets, and team activities across PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, and ClaimCenter initiatives
Coordinating solution design, configuration, and integration activities for Guidewire software implementations
Reviewing technical deliverables, identifying system dependencies, and resolving complex configuration issues
Coaching team members on Guidewire development approaches, delivery methods, and practical application of software tooling
Supporting client discussions to clarify requirements, confirm scope, and translate business needs into platform solutions
Overseeing testing activities, defect resolution, and deployment readiness across application releases
Identifying opportunities to improve delivery methods, streamline configuration work, and strengthen operational efficiency
What You Must Have
At least a Bachelor's degree
At least 5 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
Demonstrating Guidewire configuration leadership across policy, billing, or claims
Leading complex project planning, budgeting, execution, and delivery
Mentoring teams through code reviews, issue resolution, and feedback
Using Guidewire BillingCenter, ClaimCenter, or PolicyCenter configuration
Translating business needs into system design and delivery priorities
Nice-to-haves
None flagged.
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