Project Manager

hireful; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading MGA in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to join their team in Gloucester. The role involves defining project scope, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within budget. The ideal candidate will have up to 3 years of experience in project management, preferably within the insurance sector. PIB offers a competitive benefits package and encourages an inclusive workforce.

Benefits

Competitive holiday allowance

Death in Service benefit

Company pension scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Flexible benefits package

First-class employee benefits package

Learning & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years of project management experience in financial services, preferably Insurance.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Prince2, Agile).
• Ability to maintain stakeholder relationships and manage expectations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project scope is clearly defined and deliverables meet requirements.
• Develop and maintain project plans to ensure timely delivery.
• Manage project finances, ensuring adherence to budgets.

Skills

Project management experience

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Overview

PIB Underwriting & Distribution is a leading MGA within the PIB Group, specialising in delivering innovative insurance solutions across the UK. We are committed to excellence, growth, and the professional development of our people. We are seeking a proven Project Manager with up to 3 years project management experience in a financial services environment, preferably Insurance, to join our team, reporting into our Gloucester Office.

Responsibilities

• Scoping, Planning & Scheduling
  • Ensure scope is clearly defined and that project deliverables meet the business requirements and project objectives.
  • Develop and maintain the project plan from initiation to project closedown to ensure delivery within agreed timescales.
  • Understand dependencies within, and risks to, the project plan.
  • Coordinate activities/resources required for the project, capturing actual costs and re-plan as necessary.
• Business Benefit & Financial Management
  • Draft business cases for projects where you are the project manager.
  • Manage change control where necessary, to ensure delivery within approved budgets.
• Delivery, Communication & Resource Management
  • Proactively manage issues to resolution, initiating corrective action as necessary to ensure the project remains on schedule and budget.
  • Ensure quality standards are met for all deliverables through business and system testing as appropriate.
  • Deliver effective change and configuration management through change control procedures and approvals.
  • Provide regular and appropriate communications to Head of Transformation and the project team.
  • Provide status updates to the Head of Transformation and ensure issues are escalated in a timely manner.
• Risk Management
  • Identify, evaluate, and document risks to delivery.
  • Develop action plans in conjunction with Head of Transformation, with associated budget to prevent or mitigate risks to minimize impact to project success.
• Stakeholder & Supplier Management
  • Identify and prioritize key stakeholder relationships clearly communicating and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Cultivate collaborative working, building successful relationships to deliver timely effective issue management and facilitating conflict resolution where required.
• Governance
  • Deliver standard artefacts as defined by the project management methodology (RAID logs, Plans, Action Logs, Impact Assessments etc).
  • Provide timely management reporting via Project Status Reports and project summaries as required.
  • Ensure all project information, plans and documentation are kept up to date and stored in the shared directory.
  • Ensure projects are formally reviewed and closed.
  • Work at all times lawfully and in accordance with pre-defined regulatory, compliance and financial requirements, e.g. Data Protection, Health and Safety, FCA Standards adhering to group/company policy, processes and control frameworks.
  • Project management disciplines (e.g. Prince2, APM, Agile).

PIB delivers change across a large and diverse portfolio both in the UK and Europe. This includes a mixture of business transformation, technology, migration and integration projects. Working across a complex and evolving environment, PIB are seeking an enthusiastic project manager who is comfortable working in a dynamic environment and who will rise to the challenges and opportunities associated with working in an acquisitions led company.

Benefits & Further information

• Competitive holiday allowance with the annual option to buy additional days
• Death in Service benefit of x4 salary
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave packages
• A flexible benefits package which allows you to add additional benefits to your overall package
• Our benefits portal offers discounts on technology & electronics, cinemas, restaurants, days out, mortgage advice, travel and many more
• Referral schemes
• Discounted rates on PIB products
• First-class employee benefits and welfare package to support financial management, cycle to work scheme, counselling support, health screening, will writing, menopause support, books, stopping smoking and more
• Volunteering day option to support community work
• A range of discounts including a kids pass with access to attractions and services
• PIB has a comprehensive learning & development framework, including professional study options and apprenticeships
• Being part of our PIB Community Trust with grants available from PIB Group toward charity work
• PIB Group is committed to improving environmental impact and sustainability measures

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.