Project Manager - 10 Month FTC (Insurance experience required)

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty insurance organisation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee significant business transformation projects. This 10-month fixed-term contract emphasizes strong governance, stakeholder management, and successful delivery within defined parameters. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in similar roles and a focus on achieving impactful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in change and delivery roles.
• Proven record in complex business transformation initiatives.
• Strong planning and delivery management expertise.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project delivery for business initiatives.
• Build stakeholder relationships across the organisation.
• Track and report on project progress and risks.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Delivery Management

Planning

Governance

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06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Project Manager – Business Transformation - 10 Month FTC

We are working with a leading specialty insurance organisation seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team. This role focuses on leading business transformation projects across the company, ensuring delivery within agreed timeframes, budgets, and quality standards.

The Opportunity

As Project Manager, you will take full ownership of major business change initiatives, from pre-inception through to closure. You will establish robust governance, working closely with business leads and stakeholders to deliver critical transformation outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end project delivery for significant business initiatives, including early business case development.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across the organisation.
• Manage project resources and ensure effective collaboration across delivery teams.
• Track and report on project progress, risks, dependencies, and benefits realisation.
• Maintain core project documentation, including project plans, RAID logs, and change control records.
• Champion governance, working with the central PMO team to align with established frameworks.
• Lead project meetings and steering groups.

What We’re Looking For:

• Over 5 years of experience in change and delivery roles, ideally within the insurance sector.
• A proven record of delivering complex business transformation initiatives.
• Strong planning, governance, and delivery management expertise.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, managing relationships at all levels.
• Ability to manage resources and budgets effectively.
• Knowledge of the London Market (desirable).
• A diligent, customer-focused and mission-driven approach.