Finance Project Manager - Permanent - Hybrid/London - London Market/General Insurance

A technology-driven Specialty Insurer is in search of a Project Manager to lead and execute finance and business projects within the company's change portfolio.

You will be joining an established Lloyd's/London Market Insurer during a period of substantial growth and play a pivotal role in contributing to their finance transformation. As an experienced Project Manager, you will be hands-on, taking a central role in delivering finance related projects. You will work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels, showcasing proficiency in external partner management and communication, making you a valuable asset to the team.

Critical to the role is prior experience in managing end-to-end finance transformation projects/programs within a general insurer or Lloyd's/London market insurance organization. This includes a proven track record of successfully interfacing with finance departments and key stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of project scope, schedule, and deliverables
• Collaborate closely with internal technical and non-technical stakeholders to grasp their needs and expectations
• Produce, report, and maintain portfolio-level budgets and backlogs, ensuring alignment with the financial goals outlined
• Demonstrate expertise in financial processes, ensuring seamless integration into project deliverables
• Conduct financial due diligence, extract and analyse data from multiple sources, focusing on integration with insurance-related systems and meeting specific requirements
• Provide in-depth knowledge of financial analysis, utilizing data to inform strategic decisions and optimizations
• Develop comprehensive project plans, identifying workstreams, tasks, interdependencies, key milestones, and critical paths for delivery
• Follow governance and reporting regimes aligned with agreed frameworks, providing transparent communication with finance-related teams

Requirements:

• Extensive experience as Project Manager in Lloyd's/London Market Insurance or general insurance
• Experience in delivering complex finance & regulatory related projects
• In depth knowledge of financial analysis & financial processes
• Proven track-record in working within the full life cycle of system implementation & enhancement projects
• Qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, or a related finance and accounting degree are advantageous
• Experience in Agile, Waterfall or hybrid methodologies
• Accounting qualification will be an advantage
• Proven ability to influence & negotiate scope & finances
• Strong relationship management skills across all levels of the business

Contact Lillie Nottage for more information (see below)