Project Manager (Insurance/HMO Background)

AIA Philippines; Makati; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed 14th-month pay

Annual Performance Bonus

Retirement Plan

HMO with free 2 dependents

14 or 15 days VL/SL pro-rated

Group Life Insurance

Protection benefits

Job summary

AIA Philippines in Makati City is seeking an Agile Project Manager to lead delivery from initiation to completion and to serve as Scrum Master for Agile teams. The role blends traditional project management with agile facilitation to align delivery with business goals in a hybrid work setup.

You will coordinate with product owners, developers, QA, and stakeholders, manage risks, report progress, and drive continuous improvement while adhering to PMO processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in project management and/or Agile delivery.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and complex projects.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification preferred.
• PMP or other project management certification is a plus.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in both Agile and traditional project environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery across the full lifecycle.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and practices.
• Identify and manage risks and issues.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Track and report project progress.
• Support continuous improvement.

Skills

CSM certification

Agile delivery

Cross-functional collaboration

Facilitation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, or related field

CSM or PMP preferred

Job description

At MediCard, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic, feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

Our inclusive hiring practices ensure that we attract, hire, and retain the best talent from all backgrounds. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all candidates and promote a culture of respect, fairness, and transparency. We are dedicated to continuously improving our processes and policies to eliminate biases and barriers, ensuring that every employee has the support and resources they need to thrive.

The Agile Project Manager is responsible for managing projects from initiation to delivery while also serving as a Scrum Master for Agile teams. The position ensures that projects are executed efficiently, teams are empowered, and delivery aligns with business goals. It requires a balance of traditional project management discipline and Agile facilitation skills.

• Manage project delivery across the full lifecycle – Plan, execute, and close projects, ensuring scope, timeline, and budget are met.
  (~30%)

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and practices – Act as Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams, leading daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
  (~20%)

• Identify and manage risks and issues – Proactively surface blockers, dependencies, and risks, and work with teams to resolve them.
  (~10%)

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams – Work closely with product owners, developers, QA, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and timely delivery.
  (~15%)

• Track and report project progress –Maintain project documentation, dashboards, and regular status updates for stakeholders and leadership, all in compliance with PMO frameworks, tools, and governance requirements..
  (~15%)

• Support continuous improvement – Encourage Agile best practices, team collaboration, and process enhancements to improve delivery outcomes.
  (~10%)

Financial Measures:

• Delivery within approved budget

• Cost efficiency through improved team velocity or reduced cycle time

Non-Financial Measures:

• Sprint velocity and team performance metrics

• Stakeholder satisfaction

• Timely delivery of milestones

• Quality of deliverables (e.g., defect rates, rework)

Internal:

• Product Owners

• Development and QA teams

• Business Units

• PMO and Senior Management

External:

• Vendors or third-party service providers (if applicable)

• Clients or partners (depending on project scope)

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or related field

• 5–8 years of experience in project management and/or Agile delivery

• Experience managing cross-functional teams and complex projects

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification preferred

• PMP or other project management certification is a plus

• Strong communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills

• Comfortable working in both Agile and traditional project environments

Reports directly to the Product Owner / Head of PMO

Work Location: AIA Head Office, Makati City

Work Set-Up: Hybrid, 3-4 days onsite per week

For your appreciation, these are some of the benefits that we are offering.

• Guaranteed 14th-month pay

• Annual Performance Bonus (Subject to both company and individual performance)

• Retirement Plan

• HMO with free 2 dependents (upon hire for Principal and upon regularization for the eligible dependents)

• 15 days VL and 15 days SL (Pro-rated for mid-year hire)

• Group Life Insurance

• Protection benefits, and a lot more w/c will be discussed during the job offer stage.