Snr Tech PM - Life Assurance

Job Description

Our client, a leading financial services provider, is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee and deliver strategic change initiatives. This role requires end-to-end project delivery experience, working across business and technology teams to ensure successful execution.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all phases of change projects, from initial scoping through to service transition and post-implementation support.
• Manage comprehensive project activities including business case development, requirements gathering, design, testing (SIT & UAT), deployment, and business readiness.
• Adapt and apply appropriate delivery methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile (Scrum), or Lean, tailored to each project.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, ensuring milestones, resources, and budgets are managed to deliver expected outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing accurate updates on status, risks, and dependencies.
• Identify, manage, and escalate risks and issues proactively, ensuring project momentum is maintained.
• Support stakeholders in decision-making processes through effective facilitation and relevant reporting.
• Ensure projects align with organisational readiness for change and comply with internal governance and quality standards.

Experience Required

• Minimum 7 years of project management experience, preferably within financial services or insurance sectors.
• Proven success in delivering complex, cross-functional projects in hybrid legacy and modern IT environments.
• Demonstrated experience in Agile delivery and working with product and design teams.
• Familiarity with managing vendor and third-party relationships in a matrix structure.
• Strong background in system integration projects with technical literacy.

Desirable Skills

• Certification or experience as a Scrum Master.
• Previous experience in life insurance or financial services in the Irish market.
• Ability to challenge and influence stakeholders constructively.
• Strong analytical mindset with experience in issue resolution under pressure.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related discipline.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your updated CV. If your skills and experience match job requirements, you will be contacted to discuss your application in detail.

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