IT Project Manager

Accredited Resource Consulting Services (Pty) Ltd; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic IT Project Manager to spearhead technology-driven initiatives. This role involves leading projects from inception to completion while ensuring efficiency and innovation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, particularly within the Insurance or Financial Services sectors, and will excel in analytical thinking and collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment, leveraging your skills in data management and project tools to deliver outstanding results.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Senior Project Management experience in Insurance or Financial Services.
• Strong skills in data management and analytical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full project lifecycle from planning through execution.
• Collaborate across departments and manage large data sets.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Business Acumen

Collaboration

Data Management

Facilitation Skills

Presentation Skills

Innovation Skills

Attention to Detail

Results Orientation

Ability to Cope Under Pressure

Education

Relevant Degree or Diploma

Formal Qualification in Project Management

Business Analysis Background

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Jira

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented IT Project Manager to lead and deliver technology-driven initiatives with efficiency and innovation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle, from planning through execution, while collaborating across departments and engaging directly with tools and data. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, business acumen, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

This is a 3 year contract with the option to renew.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Keep abreast of industry best practices by liaising with external project management forums.
Deciding and initiating action
Cross-department collaboration skills will be required, along with hands-on efforts using the actual tools.
Data management skills – ability to manage large data sets (data mining and interrogation)
Analytical skills to determine root cause of problems and apply creative and effective solutions.
Ability to cope under pressure and high work volumes.
Ability to pay attention to details.
Results orientated.
Completer-finisher/Drive for Results.
Facilitation and Presentation skills
Innovation and design skills
Business Acumen
Collaboration

Requirements:
A relevant degree or diploma or equivalent.
At least 8+ years Senior Project Management experience, preferably in the Insurance or Financial Services Industry.
Business Analysis background advantage.
Formal qualification/s in Project Management.
Formal membership of PMI or similar professional organizations advantage.
Understanding of various Technical Terminologies used in SDLC.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Strong Microsoft office suite skills – Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Working with Jira and other Project Management tools to enhance project details and visibility.

Desired Skills:

• IT Project Manager
• IT Project Management
• PMO
• Senior Project Manager