Project Manager

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead crucial projects in the insurance sector. This role focuses on delivering projects on time and within budget, while ensuring effective communication with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills. Join a dynamic team that values proactive problem-solving and strategic planning, and contribute to shaping the future of project management within the organization. If you are ready to take on a pivotal role in a thriving company, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project management, especially in insurance.
• Proven ability to lead projects in Agile and Waterfall environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
• Coordinate resources and manage client relationships effectively.

Skills

Project Management

Client Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Risk Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager

Job Summary:

The Project Manager will lead key projects with the goal of delivering every project on time, within budget, and within scope. They will oversee all aspects of projects, set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize the progress of the project. The successful candidate will work directly with clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within the scope, and within budget.
• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring feasibility.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Develop a detailed project plan to track progress.
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs.
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.
• Report and escalate to management as needed.
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Research best practices and analyze business models to assist senior management in developing programs and improving systems for business change.
• Evaluate customers' unique project needs and recommend solutions using business change techniques.
• Drive project management culture across the organization and create/maintain a local project management framework.

Requirements:

• At least 8 years of work experience, including a minimum of 4 years in proven project management including implementations in both Waterfall and Agile environments in the insurance industry.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Project management including Agile certification is a plus.
• Business analyst experience in business requirements gathering/end-to-end development including testing is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience.
• Analytical and process-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example and foster mentoring relationships.
• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a changing environment.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in strategic planning, risk management, or change management proficiency.
• Experience in management consulting roles, business analyst roles, and/or the insurance industry.