IT Project Manager - Insurance 60-70k

Michael Page (Hong Kong); Hong Kong; Presencial; HKD 781 000 - 1 228 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Renewable contract

Resumo da oferta

Michael Page in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead enterprise-scale insurance technology transformation initiatives. You will drive end-to-end delivery, manage core platforms, and coordinate across business, operations and technology stakeholders to define scope and timelines.

The role requires 8+ years in IT project management within the insurance sector, strong knowledge of policy administration, claims operations or digital platforms, and certifications such as

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of IT project management experience.
• Proven track record delivering technology projects in insurance.
• Strong knowledge of life and general insurance domains.
• Experience leading enterprise-scale implementations and transformations.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with senior leaders.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid delivery.
• PMI/PRINCE2/Agile certifications preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end project delivery across full lifecycle.
• Manage large-scale tech initiatives covering core insurance platforms and digital programs.
• Partner with business, operations and tech stakeholders to define scope and timelines.
• Oversee governance, budget, risk, issues and resources.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, vendors and offshore partners.
• Track performance and ensure milestones within budgets and objectives.
• Produce status updates and executive reports for leadership.
• Ensure governance, information security and regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate readiness, change management and user adoption.

Conhecimentos

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Leadership

Agile / Hybrid delivery

Cross-functional collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Ferramentas

PM software (e.g., MS Project)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• Lead enterprise-scale insurance technology transformation projects.
• Broad exposure to business, technology, vendor and stakeholder management.

About Our Client

Our client is an established organization operating within the insurance sector. The company is focused on technology-driven initiatives, enterprise transformation programs, and the continuous enhancement of business and customer platforms.

Job Description

• Lead end-to-end project delivery across the full lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support.
• Manage large-scale technology initiatives covering core insurance platforms, digital transformation programs, customer-facing solutions, policy management, claims systems, distribution channels, and regulatory-driven projects.
• Partner with business users, operational teams, and technology stakeholders to establish project scope, requirements, timelines, and key deliverables.
• Oversee project governance, budget management, risk mitigation, issue resolution, and resource allocation activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, external vendors, implementation partners, and offshore development resources.
• Track project performance and ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved within agreed timelines, budgets, and business objectives.
• Produce project status updates, management reports, and executive presentations for senior leadership and governance committees.
• Ensure adherence to internal governance frameworks, information security standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate business readiness, change management initiatives, and end-user adoption activities.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of experience in IT Project Management.
• Demonstrated success in delivering technology projects within the insurance sector.
• Strong knowledge of life insurance, general insurance, policy administration, claims operations, intermediary distribution models, or customer digital platforms.
• Experience leading enterprise-scale application implementation, enhancement, migration, or transformation initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management capabilities with the ability to engage and influence senior business and technology stakeholders.
• Practical experience with Agile, Waterfall, and/or Hybrid project delivery approaches.
• Proven track record of managing vendors, implementation partners, and offshore delivery teams.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum, or equivalent are preferred.

What's on Offer

• Competitive Monthly salary.
• Opportunity to work on a renewable contract basis.