Antaresunderwriting

We are looking to hire an experienced Project Manager to help deliver Business and IT change across a London Market Insurance organisation. This role will be based in the Project Management Team and reporting to the Head of Change. You will be responsible for defining, designing, and delivering business critical projects, that align with the strategic objectives of the organisation. Come join us and help shape the future of Antares! Knowledge and Qualifications Over 5 years of experience delivering complex, med-large projects / change transformation with the Lloyd's of London Insurance Market PRINCE2 accreditation or similar project management methodology essential Knowledge of Waterfall and Agile project management methodologies, tools and techniques, and how to apply them Good working knowledge of how the London Insurance Market operates is essential, particularly in reinsurance and delegated underwriting authority Skills and demonstrated experience Excellent knowledge of project management methodologies, tools and techniques Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, problem-solving and decision-making skills Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities and stakeholders Ability to adapt to changing environments and requirements High level of attention to detail and quality standards Skills in planning, coordinating and delivering complex change initiatives across the organisation, in line with strategic objectives and stakeholder needs Skills in leading, motivating and supporting a team, ensuring effective governance, risk management, quality assurance, communication and stakeholder engagement throughout the project life cycle Skills in identifying, assessing and managing risks and issues that may affect project delivery or benefits realisation Skills in monitoring and reporting on progress, performance and benefits to senior management and relevant stakeholders Skills in managing and resolving any conflicts or escalations that may arise within or between the project team and/or stakeholders Skills in evaluating and reviewing the project outcomes and lessons learned, ensuring continuous improvement and best practice. Accountabilities Own the end-to-end delivery of assigned projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes and strong engagement with the project team and stakeholders Initiate, design and scope the project, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and priorities Develop and maintain a detailed business case, project plan, including objectives, deliverables, milestones, estimates, resources, budget, and risk/issue logs Establish and implement appropriate governance structures and processes, such as steering groups, boards, committees and reporting mechanisms Work in partnership with the Heads of Change to support business / user readiness, training, adoption, and behavioural change Manage and oversee the delivery of the project outputs and outcomes, ensuring adherence to agreed scope, quality, time and cost criteria Lead, motivate and support the project team, including staff, contractors, consultants and stakeholders Identify, assess and manage risks and issues that may affect the project delivery or benefits realisation Identify and manage project interdependencies, ensuring alignment with related initiatives and business operations Monitor and report on project progress, performance, risks, and benefits realisation to senior management and governance bodies Manage and resolve any conflicts or escalations that may arise within or between the project team or stakeholders Ensure effective communication and engagement with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including sponsors, customers, users, suppliers and partners Manage the transition of project outputs to business-as-usual, ensuring supportability and ownership Evaluate and review the project outcomes and lessons learned, ensuring continuous improvement and best practice All applicants must have the right to work in the UK