At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
- Company: Join QBE Insurance, a global leader with a human touch.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, flexible working, and a generous pension plan.
- Other info: Be part of a team that values transparency, trust, and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management, especially in the insurance sector.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
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Primary Details:
- Time Type: Full time
- Worker Type: Employee
- Location: London
- Type: Permanent, full time
- Hybrid role, happy to talk flexible working
The Opportunity:
QBE Europe are recruiting a Senior/Project Manager to join our team on a full time, permanent basis focusing on delivering change for International Markets & Multinational teams. You will be responsible for planning, executing and overseeing key projects or workstreams within a larger programme of work. You will manage cross-functional teams and vendors and work closely with business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget. These projects usually cost in the region of £1-2m, some more technically focused than others. All require clear communication and careful management of any changes. Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion.
Your new role:
- Spearhead and oversee the end-to-end management of projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, time and budget.
- Ensure smooth transition into day-to-day operations.
- Work with the Transformation Office to understand and shape initiatives, develop and present business cases clearly outlining project timelines, costs, and benefits for approval to proceed.
- Create and manage project and resource plans to ensure successful delivery of business requirements.
- Develop communication strategies to keep all relevant teams informed with key messages.
- Set, manage and report on project budgets, ensuring costs stay within agreed limits.
- Identify and effectively manage project risks and issues, implementing solutions and coordinating testing to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Identify and manage dependencies with other projects or internal business areas/stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external suppliers and business stakeholders to ensure project success.
- Lead and support the project team, manage third-party resources, and ensure effective coordination of project tasks and responsibilities.
- All stages of delivery to align to project assurance standards.
About you:
- Proven experience in project management within the insurance sector.
- Great leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain objectivity and fairness, always reflecting the facts and offering a balanced view.
- Stay ahead of potential issues, taking proactive action to prevent or mitigate problems before they arise.
- Build and manage great relationships with stakeholders, understanding their needs and resolving any issues effectively.
- Respond to shifting priorities with urgency and a strong sense of drive.
- Communicating openly and honestly, fostering a culture of transparency and trust.
- Creation of clear, impactful reports, proposals, and presentations that engage and inform.
- Experience of managing project budgets effectively, ensuring financial awareness throughout the project lifecycle.
- Lead and motivate teams, maximizing the potential of multi-skilled resources to achieve successful outcomes.
- Qualifications in Programme/Project Management desirable.
Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
- 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.
- Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.
- Pension – you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.
To learn more about benefits of working with us, click Rewarding our people.
Apply now and let’s make it happen! If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it.
Skills: Commercial Acumen, Critical Thinking, Delivery Management, Financial Products, Information Technology (IT) Projects, Information Technology Applications, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Process Improvements, Project Delivery, Project Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Waterfall Model.
How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Project Manager in London employer: QBE Insurance
QBE Insurance is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in London with hybrid working options that promote a healthy work-life balance. Employees benefit from generous holiday allowances, comprehensive health coverage, and robust pension contributions, all while being part of a collaborative culture that values innovation and personal growth. With a commitment to sustainability and diversity, QBE empowers its team to make a meaningful impact both within the company and in the wider community.
