Strategic Portfolio Delivery Lead

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the insurance sector is seeking a dynamic leader to drive project excellence and transformation. This role involves leading a diverse team to manage strategic initiatives, ensuring delivery success through effective stakeholder management and innovative project methodologies. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a change-oriented mindset, and the ability to motivate teams across multiple projects. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will help shape the future of the organization and inspire others to achieve their goals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience leading professional teams in project management.
• Recognized qualifications in project management methodologies.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of delivery experts in end-to-end Project and Solution Management.
• Establish a Testing Strategy for strategic initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and delivery teams.

Skills

Inclusive leadership

Project management methodologies

Stakeholder management

Change management

Communication skills

Data-driven decision making

Microsoft Office proficiency

SmartSheet

JIRA

Roadmunk

Education

Project Management qualification (PRINCE 2, Agile, PROSCI)

Degree/MBA or equivalent practical experience

Tools

SmartSheet

JIRA

Roadmunk

Clarity

Visio

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Client:

Arch Capital Group

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise, and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors, and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility℠.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Accountable for leading delivery excellence across strategic transformation on behalf of Arch Insurance International:
2. Responsible for leading a team of delivery experts (c.10 FTE depending on demand) in end-to-end Project and Solution Management, from Initiation to Release, across all of Arch Insurance International’s strategic initiatives.
3. Lead Business Outcome Management through establishing OKRs and metrics (costs, time, quality) to measure success, collaborating with Portfolio Management.
4. Establish and embed a Testing Strategy for strategic initiatives, ensuring controls before releasing changes into Business as Usual.
5. Oversee data outputs from initiatives to support reporting and governance.
6. Provide adhoc support to Demand and Project Management to maintain high standards.
7. Serve as a point of escalation for Project Managers and unblock risks.
8. Work with Portfolio Management to identify and address resistance to change.
9. Collaborate to ensure strategic initiatives are adequately resourced with a comprehensive resource plan.
10. Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, delivery teams, and the business.
11. Mentor and develop team members, fostering continuous improvement and innovation.
12. Guide and evaluate team members' goals and performance.
13. Lead and manage a diverse team across locations.

Skills / Competencies

• Inclusive leadership to motivate and inspire.
• Pragmatic and flexible, with a strong delivery focus.
• Self-starter with leadership and prioritization skills.
• Effective across multiple projects and initiatives.
• Change-oriented mindset.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Expertise in project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software such as SmartSheet, JIRA, Roadmunk, Clarity; Visio is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Recognized Project Management qualification (PRINCE 2, Agile, PROSCI Change Management).
• Degree/MBA or equivalent practical experience with demonstrated leadership skills.

Experience

• 8+ years of leading professional teams.
• Cross-functional relationship building and influence.
• Data-driven decision making experience.
• Essential project management experience.
• Experience in the Insurance sector is essential.