Project Manager - Delegated Authority

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm based in London is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee critical technology delivery in Delegated Authority operations. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the London Market and experience in engaging with senior stakeholders to drive change. Join a forward-thinking organisation and play a pivotal role in transformation.

Qualifications

• Proven delivery experience in Delegated Authority and London Market environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of coverholder management systems.
• Strong background in delivering change within insurance across Lloyd’s or specialty markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of technology for Delegated Authority operations.
• Drive onboarding and due diligence initiatives across stakeholders.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to deliver strategic change.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement skills

Knowledge of Delegated Authority

Experience in London Market environments

Agile delivery methods

Waterfall delivery methods

Tools

VIPR

Watertrace

distriBind

Job description

Overview

Senior Project Manager – Delegated Authority / London Market Insurance

Based in London | 12-Month FTC | Hybrid (2–3 days office-based)

I am working with a Speciality Insurer who are on the market for a Project Manager with strong London Market and Delegated Authority expertise. They are investing heavily in change and transformation – and they’re looking for a Senior Project Manager to play a pivotal role.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the delivery of business-critical technology to strengthen Delegated Authority operations
• Drive onboarding, due diligence and bordereaux management initiatives across multiple stakeholders
• Oversee vendor selection, negotiation and implementation of market-leading systems (e.g. VIPR, Watertrace, distriBind)
• Engage with senior stakeholders across operations, claims, underwriting and technology to deliver strategic change
• Ensure governance, risk management and quality assurance across a complex change portfolio

What we’re looking for

• Proven delivery experience in Delegated Authority and London Market environments
• Hands-on knowledge of coverholder management systems and bordereaux solutions
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence at senior levels
• Background in delivering change within insurance, ideally across Lloyd’s or specialty markets
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall or hybrid delivery methods

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking organisation and lead transformation at the heart of the London Market.