Project Manager

Zurich International Life; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance firm is seeking a Project Manager for a 12-month fixed term contract in Dubai. The role involves leading the delivery of a strategic integration project within the reinsurance sector, focusing on project management processes, stakeholder engagement, and risk mitigation. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and 7-8 years of relevant experience in Insurance or Reinsurance. A hybrid working model is offered, with a commitment to corporate values and innovation.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years of experience in Insurance/Reinsurance.
• Proven experience in transformation or change initiatives.
• Strong understanding of business processes in insurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a strategic integration project.
• Manage dependencies and mitigate risks.
• Monitor progress against KPIs.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project planning and governance

Risk assessment

Process mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Lean tools

Visio or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Zurich is one of the world’s leading insurance groups, and one of the few to operate on a global basis. Our mission is to help our customers understand and protect themselves from risk. With around 55,000 employees serving customers in more than 215 countries and territories, we aspire to become the best global insurer as measured by our shareholders, customers, and employees. We help individuals, small and medium sized companies and global corporations around the world understand and protect themselves from risk by offering a wide range of insurance products, solutions, and advisory services.

We are looking for a Project Manager (12-mos. Fixed Term Contract) to support the delivery of a strategic integration project within our reinsurance business. unit.

Job Accountabilities

As Project Manager, your role will involve:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a strategic integration project throughout the project lifecycle, from planning to successful implementation.
• Adapt to and apply different delivery approaches and perform, with appropriate support, project management processes to intiate, plan, execute, monitor and control a project in accordance with Zurich frameworks and policies.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, ensuring alignment with approved scope, timelines and budget.
• Proactively manage dependencies and mitigate risks, addressing issues before they impact delivery.
• Monitor progress against KPIs and ensure governance standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.

Business Accountabilities

• Translates strategy into action, assesses work, delegates, empowers and takes accountability for the successful implementation of project.
• Balance the competing constraints of a project, conduct risk management planning and analysis to control likelihood of impact
• Facilitate effective stakeholder engagement and collaboration, ensuring transparency and alignment across teams.
• Demonstrate commitment to corporate values, take action to improve performance on the job.

Job Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 7-8 years of experience in Insurance / Reinsurance (Commercial Insurance and/or Travel Insurance preferred)
• Proven experience in delivering transformation or change initiatives
• Strong understanding of insurance business processes, including Operations, Finance Operations, Underwriting, Legal & Compliance
• Experience in process mapping and optimisation: Lean tools, Visio or equivalent
• Knowledge of Project Management Framework and best practices: project planning and governance, KPI tracking, risk assessment
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and team collaboration skills

Competencies

• Collaborate Together
• Puts Customers First
• Fuel Innovation
• Make it Happen
• Provide Clear Direction
• Performance

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right?

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great! Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.

• Location(s): ZIC DIFC, AE - Dubai
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 Months) - Full Time
• Recruiter name: CI ME, HR Team
• Closing Date: 28 Jan 2026