Project Manager Insurance - London, United Kingdom - Deltra Recruitment Limited

Deltra Recruitment Limited

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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Project Manager

My client is a leading insurer who is looking for a Project Manager to join their business at an important time regarding Vendor onboarding and the more tradition type of BAU projects around their processes, systems etc.

This role will sit within the GroupIT team which is part of the wider group offering excellent exposure.

Key responsibilities:

Manages assigned projects and contributes to other project as required
Ensures appropriate MI is made available to management teams within the Operating Entity so that progress against key performance indicators can be measured (e.g. Operations Dashboard)
Provides requests for ad hoc relevant management information, as required
Supports the delivery of the annual Operations plan, as required
Planning and control of projects adopting standard project management practices and utilising appropriate recording systems (e.g. Teamwork)
Key Stakeholder management
Post implementation review of the operational impact of the changes
Own and be responsible for the daytoday management of all stages of allocated projects, incl. appropriate reporting, updates to senior management and escalation/mitigation of risks
Acts as a focal point for future development of business efficiency related initiatives
Leads ad hoc reviews/internally based project work
Ensures up to date records are kept on shared sites
Works with managers to propose and drive enhancements to processes to ensure these are relevant for current business structures and needs
Work closely with vendors/third parties/internal teams
Develops strong relationships with suppliers
Negotiates with suppliers to provide bet balance of quality, service and price
Maintain any ongoing serviceand supply contracts appropriately and cost effectively
Represents their Operating entity internally, with regards to project related matters
Behaves with all clients (both internal and external) fairly and ethically
Shares information that could be beneficial to the Operating Entity/Group

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Previous experience of working as a Project Manager within an insurance business
Lloyds / London Markets experience is a must
Previous experience of agile project management methodologies
Strong IT skills able to utilise Excel, Word and may have previous experience of other project management software systems e.g. Team work
Strong organisational skills task focussed and able to deliver to agreed deadlines
Ability to diagnose problems quickly and have foresight into potential issues
Excellent decisionmaking and problem solving skills
Strong communication skills must be able to convey ideas/concepts both in a written and oral format
Able to build effective relationships with key stakeholders/senior managers and is able to internally network to resolve issues and find solutions
A team player, able to contribute significantly at senior level
High degree of resilience and tenacity
Strong attention to detail
Insurance related qualifications would be desirable