Project Manager, Insurance - Personal Insurance Experience

Definity Financial; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking a Project Manager to oversee high-priority strategic projects within Personal Insurance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Responsibilities include managing project phases, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and effectively communicating with stakeholders. If you have a passion for project management and a background in Personal Insurance, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Business Project Management experience in Personal Insurance.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of projects through all phases of the Project Management Life Cycle.
• Coordinate activities among project teams and stakeholders.
• Identify and manage risks and issues.

Skills

Agile

Waterfall

Communication

Critical Thinking

Education

University Degree in Business Administration

College Diploma in Computer Science

Tools

Jira

Confluence

SharePoint

MS Project

Job description

As a member of our Personal Insurance Initiatives team, the Project Manager, Insurance, with a background in Personal Insurance, will plan, manage, and deliver high-priority strategic projects across various Business areas within Personal Insurance.

What can you expect in this role?

• Successfully manage the delivery of projects or work streams through all phases of the Project Management Life Cycle (e.g., intake, resourcing, execution, reporting, performance tracking, close-out), leveraging applicable PMO methodologies and tools.
• Deliver projects across different Business areas in Personal Insurance, utilizing a solid understanding of business and IT practices, terminologies, and processes to facilitate the achievement of business goals within Definity by providing appropriate project management expertise.
• Be proficient in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, understanding and applying them effectively.
• Facilitate Agile processes, guide and mentor teams, and remove impediments or blockers.
• Plan and execute projects using the selected methodology, managing scope, requirements changes, and competing demands.
• Use fact-based metrics and assumptions to assess and communicate impacts on budget, time, and risk.
• Ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of projects.
• Coordinate activities and expectations among project teams and stakeholders, including internal and external consultants, vendors, and regulatory organizations.
• Identify, monitor, and manage risks, assumptions, blockers, dependencies, and constraints.
• Resolve issues and conflicts, developing action plans and escalating as necessary.
• Provide tailored reports based on audience, risk, and stakeholder needs.
• Develop project charters, high-level requirements, and revise planning estimates as needed.
• Adopt and adhere to established governance models, guiding principles, and processes to ensure consistent project delivery.
• Maintain project oversight and governance, ensuring regular meetings of oversight committees.
• Aggregate project data and measure stakeholder perceptions to assess outcomes.
• Collaborate with Finance and project sponsors to track costs and benefits post-implementation.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams including Architects, Designers, Developers, Business Analysts, and leadership.

What do you bring to the role?

• University Degree or College Diploma in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; PMP certification is an asset.
• 5+ years of Business Project Management experience, preferably in Personal Insurance, leading teams with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience in Personal Insurance (P&C) is essential.
• Knowledge of Agile approaches: XP, Kanban, Scrum.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Experience working with large system integrators or outsourced IT providers is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Property and Casualty Insurance industry practices.
• Experience with tools like Jira/Confluence, SharePoint, MS Project, or Clarity.
• Strong critical thinking, ability to perform under pressure, and thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively.