Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager – Insurance Sector

Location: Dublin, Cherrywood

Department: Project Management Office (PMO) / Operations / IT

Reports To: Head of Financial Reporting controls

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Project Manager to lead and coordinate cross-functional projects within our insurance organization. The ideal candidate will have experience managing projects in the financial services or insurance industry, with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements, risk management, and customer-centric delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project management for strategic initiatives across underwriting, claims, policy administration, and digital transformation.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans and manage execution to ensure timely delivery within budget and scope.
• Coordinate internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders and senior management.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal governance standards.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and stakeholder communications.
• Support change management and training efforts related to project rollouts.
• Continuously evaluate project outcomes and implement lessons learned for future improvements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, IT, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA is a plus).
• 3–7 years of project management experience, preferably in the insurance or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of insurance operations, products, and regulatory environment.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Asana, Trello).
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with digital transformation or system implementation projects (e.g., policy admin systems, CRM, claims automation).
• Familiarity with data privacy laws and compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid work environment
• Occasional travel may be required for stakeholder meetings or vendor coordination.