Strategic Projects Lead Project Manager – Cape Town

Santam Insurance; Cape Town; Presencial; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Annual leave

Wellness programs

Professional development

Pension and medical aid

Descripción de la vacante

Santam Insurance in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of strategic initiatives from inception to delivery. You will guide project teams, manage stakeholder landscapes, and shape methodologies while mentoring junior project managers.

The role demands strategic thinking and a track record of delivering high‑quality results aligned with business goals. The position emphasizes leadership, complex stakeholder management, and adherence to best practices in a dynamic,

Formación

• Master's degree or PMP/PRINCE2 certification.
• 8+ years in project management with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success leading large cross-functional initiatives in corporate settings.
• Expertise across Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsabilidades

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of strategic projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure efficient asset use.
• Mentor a team of project managers and coordinators, fostering growth.
• Facilitate status meetings and provide reports to senior leadership.
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies for on-time delivery.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Conocimientos

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Agile

Waterfall

Communication

Educación

Master's degree in a relevant field

PMP/PRINCE2 certification

Descripción del empleo

Santam Insurance in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of strategic initiatives from inception to delivery. You will guide project teams, manage stakeholder landscapes, and shape methodologies while mentoring junior project managers.

The role demands strategic thinking and a track record of delivering high‑quality results aligned with business goals. The position emphasizes leadership, complex stakeholder management, and adherence to best practices in a dynamic,