Lead Project Manager- Insurance

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance group seeks an experienced Lead Project Manager for a critical permanent role within their Change function. The successful candidate will lead and mentor a team of Project Managers, oversee large-scale transformation projects, and drive project governance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This position offers the chance to impact project management standards and practices in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape PM best practices

Collaborative working environment

Visible influence on strategic initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years' project management experience.
• 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven background in insurance/reinsurance.
• Strong project assurance capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of Project Managers.
• Lead large-scale business change and transformation projects.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Governance

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

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We're partnering with a leading global insurance group to recruit an experienced Lead Project Manager to join their high-performing Change function. This is a critical permanent opportunity for a confident delivery professional with deep experience in complex transformation programmes, particularly across specialty insurance.

The successful candidate will play a key role in raising project management standards, embedding best practice, and leading a team of Project Managers, while also delivering major initiatives themselves.

Leadership & Oversight

• Manage and mentor a team of Project Managers across international locations
• Drive consistent project governance, reporting, and assurance standards
• Oversee the quality and accuracy of project documentation and financials
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and excellence

Project Delivery

• Lead large-scale business change and transformation projects end-to-end
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to define scope, benefits, and business cases
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies across complex workstreams
• Ensure delivery of tangible business outcomes and benefit realisation

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships across senior business and technology stakeholders
• Act as the key liaison between the Change function, delivery teams, and PMO
• Provide clear, structured updates to executives and governance forums

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years' project management experience, with 5+ years in a leadership role
• Proven background in insurance/reinsurance (Lloyd’s market knowledge needed)
• Track record of successfully delivering large-scale change and technology projects
• Strong project assurance, governance and reporting capabilities
• Confident, analytical, and highly organised with exceptional communication skills

Why Apply

• High-impact, strategic role with visible influence
• Opportunity to shape and lead PM best practice in a growing, global business
• Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team in a supportive environment