Project Manager

Project Manager / Senior Project Manager

Location: London or Leeds

We are seeking talented Project Managers at all levels who are interested in joining QBE International on our modernization journey. As we gear up for future opportunities within our Technology and Transformation function, we want to connect with professionals who are ready to drive change and innovation.

Join us in shaping the future of QBE International. If you're passionate about making a tangible impact and ready to embrace new challenges, we want to hear from you!

Your new role

• Spearhead and oversee the end-to-end management of projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, time, and budget.
• Work with the Transformation Office to understand and shape initiatives, develop and present business cases clearly outlining project timelines, costs, and benefits for approval to proceed.
• Create and manage project and resource plans to ensure successful delivery of business requirements.
• Develop communication strategies to keep all relevant teams informed with key messages.
• Set, manage, and report on project budgets, ensuring costs stay within agreed limits.
• Identify and effectively manage project risks and issues, implementing solutions and coordinating testing to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Identify and manage dependencies with other projects or internal business areas/stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external suppliers, and business stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Lead and support the project team, manage third-party resources, and ensure effective coordination of project tasks and responsibilities.
• Ensure all stages of delivery align with project assurance standards.

About you

• Proven experience in project management, ideally within the insurance or financial services sector.
• Ability to maintain objectivity and fairness, always reflecting the facts and offering a balanced view.
• Stay ahead of potential issues, taking proactive action to prevent or mitigate problems before they arise.
• Build and manage great relationships with stakeholders, understanding their needs and resolving any issues effectively.
• Respond to shifting priorities with urgency and a strong sense of drive.
• Communicate openly and honestly, fostering a culture of transparency and trust.
• Create clear, impactful reports, proposals, and presentations that engage and inform.
• Experience managing project budgets effectively, ensuring financial awareness throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead and motivate teams, maximizing the potential of multi-skilled resources to achieve successful outcomes.
• Qualifications in Programme/Project Management desirable.

Why QBE? At My Best

At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, which is why we have created “At My Best”. It’s our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offers flexibility to suit what matters most to you.

We’re an international insurer that’s building momentum towards realizing our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website.

At My Best - QBE Benefits

• 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.
• Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all.
• Pension: automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan with employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.
• Private medical insurance: fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and your family.
• Family friendly policies: 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, or how you become a parent.
• Short term remote work abroad: request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad.
• Sustainable investing: our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal by investing more in green businesses.
• Cycle-to-Work: benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper.

To find out more visit our Reward Page.

What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE’s vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the “apply” button to submit your CV and other relevant documents.

APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen!

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Business Management, Coaching for success, Conflict Resolution, Critical Thinking, Human Resource Management, Influencing, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Leadership, Talent Development, Team Development.

Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.