IT Project Manager (Insuretech)

Black Pen Recruitment; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Project Manager in Johannesburg to oversee the successful implementation of software projects. This role requires a proactive individual with over 5 years of project management experience in IT/Technology, alongside strong interpersonal skills. Duties include developing project plans and managing stakeholder engagement, with opportunities for hybrid work. Previous experience in the Insurance or InsurTech industry is highly beneficial.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in IT/Technology environments.
• Experience managing multiple, complex projects.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and project management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful completion of software implementation projects.
• Develop project plans and manage stakeholder efforts.
• Define project objectives and oversee quality control throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive problem solver

Conflict resolution

Education

Project Management Certification or Qualification

Tools

MS Projects

Job description

Our client is a modern, feature-rich, full-cycle insurance policy administration system designed for insurers, MGAs, and brokers seeking to optimise their processes, accelerate product launches, and enhance connectivity. Their cloud-based, no-code platform transforms the administration of insurance, delivering a seamless user experience across policy, claims, and billing functions.

Role Overview

The core function of our client’s Project Manager is to ensure the successful completion of software implementation projects for their clients. This includes the planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and finalisation of assigned projects according to the defined budget, deadlines, and technical requirements.

Your focus areas will include the development of project plans and managing the efforts of assigned stakeholders to deliver projects according to plan. Such stakeholders would include internal team members, third-party agents, and the relevant clients. The Project Manager will define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.

The role requires someone who is a proactive problem-solver and enjoys working independently or within a team-based structure. While their team members work on individual projects, they encourage a collaborative and supportive environment, where solutions and ideas are shared to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Job Type: Full Time/Permanent

Location: Johannesburg

Workplace: Hybrid (2 days in office)

Requirements

• You are an experienced Project Manager with experience in the implementation of software solutions.
• A consummate professional, you have strong interpersonal, relationship‑building, and communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders. You are proactive and solutions‑oriented, with good conflict resolution skills.
• Project Management Certification or Qualification
• 5+ years of project management experience within an IT/Technology environment.
• Experience in the project management of multiple, complex projects
• Experience in the implementation of IT Solutions within medium to large businesses
• Working knowledge of project management tools such as MS Projects
• Working knowledge with Agile methodologies and project methodologies such as Prince2, PMBOK, or MS Solutions Framework
• Previous experience within the Insurance industry or the InsurTech industry will be highly beneficial.