London Markets Project Manager

La Fosse; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the London Market is inviting applicants for the position of Senior Project Manager to lead a major transformation initiative. This role requires expertise in project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and vast experience within the insurance sector. The successful candidate will drive significant changes, working closely with senior management in a collaborative environment. Enjoy flexible working while making a tangible impact on the future of London insurance.

Benefits

Smart working flexibility

Collaborative environment

High-profile programme exposure

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in the London Insurance Market.
• Strong understanding of Broker and Carrier placement journeys.
• Certified in project methodologies such as Agile, PRINCE2, or MSP.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic project delivery and manage multiple workstreams.
• Drive business and technology change across the organization.
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders with program objectives.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Risk Management

Resource Management

Project Delivery

Agile Methodologies

Governance

Budgeting

Vendor Engagement

Facilitation

Education

Project Management Certification (Agile, PRINCE2, MSP)

Job description

Join a Leading London Market Transformation Programme

Location: London City, UK
Job Type: Day Rate Contract (9 months initial, 3 days per week in-office, £700 daily, Inside IR35)
Start Date: ASAP

Our client, a globally respected name in insurance and risk management, is undertaking a major transformation initiative at the heart of its London Market wholesale broking operations. As part of this strategic 3x3 transformation programme, they are seeking a Senior Project Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering business and technology change across a multi-year roadmap.

If you thrive in complex environments, have in-depth knowledge of broker and carrier journeys in the London Market, and want to drive real industry change—this is your opportunity to step into a high-impact role.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead Strategic Project Delivery – Collaborate with Programme and Portfolio Managers to deliver business outcomes that align with organisational strategy.
• Drive Business & Tech Change – Manage delivery across multiple workstreams involving internal teams and third-party suppliers.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Influence and align senior stakeholders and sponsors with programme objectives.
• Workshop Facilitation – Run requirement-gathering sessions and steer solution design with internal and external partners.
• Governance & Reporting – Provide detailed progress updates, RAID logs, and steer critical path tracking.
• Resource & Risk Management – Secure project resources, track budgets, and mitigate project risk to ensure smooth execution.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in the London Insurance Market.
• Strong understanding of Broker and Carrier placement journeys.
• A good understanding of the wholesale broking side of London Markets.
• Strong background delivering large-scale business and technology transformations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management across all levels, including C-suite.
• Experience in governance, budgeting, risk management, and vendor engagement.
• Skilled in RAID logs, milestone tracking, and developing clear business cases.
• Certified in project methodologies such as Agile, PRINCE2, or MSP, with practical application experience.
• Familiarity with regulatory or operational change programmes (e.g., IFRS17, MiFID II, TOM).
• Ability to lead cross-functional delivery teams in a high-pressure, fast-paced setting.

Why Join This Programme?

• Be part of a transformation shaping the future of London Market insurance.
• Work alongside experienced change professionals in a collaborative, agile environment.
• Enjoy smart working flexibility while contributing to an ambitious strategic roadmap.
• Gain visibility with senior stakeholders and make a real difference on a high-profile programme.
• Be empowered to challenge the status quo and introduce meaningful innovation.