Project Manager

Oscar; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Birmingham seeks an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee and deliver IT projects. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of projects, ensuring quality, budgets, and deadlines are met. The role offers a dynamic work environment, career progression opportunities, and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Dynamic and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an IT Project Manager in the insurance sector.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and PRINCE2 methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of IT projects, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
• Develop project plans and coordinate resources with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor project performance and produce regular reports for senior management.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

PMP, Agile, or PRINCE2 certification (desirable)

Job description

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects within a dynamic insurance company. Based in their Birmingham office, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT project management, experience working within the insurance sector, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end management of IT projects, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to allocate resources.
• Define project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of project progress, risks, and changes.
• Identify project risks, issues, and roadblocks, and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
• Oversee project team members, providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure successful execution.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and best practices (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2).
• Monitor project performance using appropriate project management tools and techniques, producing regular reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and implement lessons learned to improve future project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and IT security protocols within the scope of all projects.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an IT Project Manager, ideally in the insurance or financial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2).
• Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, software development, and system integration.
• Experience managing a range of projects, from small-scale initiatives to complex, enterprise-level transformations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to risk management.
• A degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred).
• Relevant project management certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile, PRINCE2) are desirable.

What We Offer:

• Up to £75,000 DOE
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Flexible working arrangements.

If you're an experienced IT Project Manager with a passion for delivering high-quality projects in the insurance sector, we'd love to hear from you!