Opportunity for established IT Project Manager to help build out Centre of Excellence as a part of multinational insurance group.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
* Lead all projects through the project life cycle to meet the project objectives within scope, budget, and schedule constraints.
* Own communication with the Implementation Lead, IT, Finance and HR Business Partners and other project team members and in partnership with them, to stakeholders of the project regarding project status, milestone dates, performance expectations, strategic issues, and project direction.
* Work with the Portfolio Lead and Sponsor(s) to identify stakeholders and appropriate escalation paths and work within the defined channels.
* Administer, facilitate, and manage appropriate project processes and documentation - including project change management, project planning and scheduling, risk/issue management, communication, etc.
* Monitor and control team performance so that all processes and deliverables are completed and approved pursuant to the Project Management policy and standards.
* Interface with PMO to secure project resources.
* Ensures project team members understand their roles, and that role definition is appropriately leveraged to maximise performance, whilst coaching/mentoring junior PMs or co-ordinators.
* Monitor progress of the project against the plan. Identify and inform the Portfolio Lead of variances, inefficiencies, bottlenecks and resource conflicts.
* Manages project investment approved at the investment committees.
* Understands and manages inter-project and production/release dependencies.
* Manages integrated cross functional design, build and delivery activities.
* Coordinate the preparation/readiness of business and project teams for transition/go lives.
SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
* 8+ years demonstrable PM experience within a regulated environment.
* Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field.
* Knowledge of Claims & Underwriting processes an advantage.
* Ability to implement projects and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
* Perform detailed and critical analysis of various parts of our ecosystem as required, provide clear and concise feedback and make efficient suggestions for improvement.
* Strong customer service mentality with the ability to develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
* Strong motivational and people skills, helping team members to excel in a culture of collaboration and openness.
* Excellent organisation and time-management skills, with demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced enterprise level environment.
* Strong communication skills, both oral and written with proven ability to influence change. You should be able to communicate clearly and with purpose, working effectively with team members and stakeholders across the organisation.
* Clear ability to run and manage processes efficiently, including change processes, aligning with other teams as needed.
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