Senior IT Project Manager - Claims

Finstech Consulting are seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Manager to lead and coordinate a strategic claims platform project from initiation through to completion. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, executing and finalising projects according to strict timelines and within budget.  This will includes acquiring resources, co-ordinating team efforts, working with third parties and communicating with stakeholders to deliver the project outcomes.

The successful candidate will have experience implementing claims systems within an insurance broking environment and will ideally be within commutable distance of Ipswich to spend at least 2 days a week in the office, but we will consider fully remote for the right candidate.  The role is available on an outside IR35 basis via SoW for which the specific deliverables are expected to take around 6 months to complete.  We require candidates to be immediately available.   All necessary hardware & software will be provided by the client as access to their networks is required to successfully support the project.

Key Responsibilities:

           Define project scope, goals, and deliverables.

           Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.

           Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless execution.

           Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.

           Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.

           Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues.

           Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders and senior management.

           Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

           Conduct post-project evaluations and identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.

           Ensure change management is built into all project plans and the adoption of new technologies.

           Support the reporting into the Business and Tech PMO. Also prepares inputs for Project Steering Group.

           Work closely with 3rd parties to ensure successful delivery.

Key Experience

           Claims system implementation experience ESSENTIAL

           Insurance Broking experience ESSENTIAL

           Proven experience as a Project Manager or in a similar role

           Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)

           Excellent leadership and team management skills

           Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

           Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

           Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project)

           PMP or PRINCE2 certification

           Knowledge of General Insurance (London Market / Lloyd s and Industry) products and services

Key Skills & Behaviours

           Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, verbal, and written communication with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the Company, including senior level management

           Applies a high level of accuracy to written communications and presentations

           Excellent presentation of plans, reports and proposals for business stakeholder consumption

           Ability to participate on multi-disciplinary work teams to achieve successful execution of initiatives

           Ability to set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals and report status

           Delivery focused

           Ability to manage multiple priorities with stakeholder groups and adapt to changing circumstances

           Proficient in MS Office including SharePoint, PowerPoint creation and good knowledge of Excel functions to analyse and synthesise data