Senior Project Manager - VIPR implementation, 12 month FTC

Oliver James; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global insurance firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract to lead key transformation initiatives within the Delegated Authority space. You will be responsible for managing complex projects, ensuring compliance and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate has a strong background in project management, particularly within the London Market insurance sector. This role offers competitive salary, annual bonus eligibility, and a flexible hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave + public holidays

10% non-contributory pension

Private medical and dental insurance

Life assurance, PHI & critical illness cover

Ongoing L&D and professional development support

Qualifications

• Strong track record of managing projects involving VIPR systems, specifically Intrali and Intarga.
• Experience delivering technology solutions supporting bordereaux and coverholder management.
• Deep understanding of London Market insurance with proven experience in Lloyd's and Delegated Authority frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex transformation projects across the Delegated Authority function.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines and milestones in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage resource allocation and budget tracking.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

Tools

VIPR systems

Job description

Senior Project Manager - (FTC, 12 Months)

Location : London (Hybrid, 2-3 days onsite)

Contract : Fixed-Term (12 Months)

Client : Global Specialty Insurer

My client is hiring for a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a key transformation initiative within the Delegated Authority space for a global insurance firm. This 12-month contract role is critical to implementing technology that supports coverholder onboarding, bordereaux, and compliance processes.

🔍 Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex transformation projects across the Delegated Authority function.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines and milestones in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage resource allocation and budget tracking.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners including TPAs and fronting partners.
• Ensure project deliverables meet compliance, quality, and governance standards.
• Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
• Foster strong stakeholder engagement and executive-level reporting.

✅ Required Experience

• Strong track record of managing projects involving VIPR systems (specifically Intrali and Intarga).
• Experience delivering technology solutions supporting bordereaux and coverholder management.
• Deep understanding of London Market insurance, with proven experience in Lloyd's and Delegated Authority frameworks.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Solid grasp of project methodologies including Agile, Waterfall and hybrid models.
• Familiarity with data privacy, compliance, and onboarding / due diligence processes.

💼 What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + annual bonus eligibility
• 25 days annual leave + public holidays
• 10% non-contributory pension
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Life assurance, PHI & critical illness cover
• Flexible hybrid working environment
• Ongoing L&D and professional development support

📩 How to Apply

To explore this opportunity in confidence, please submit your CV or reach out for a confidential conversation.