Project Manager (Small Changes Team)

Locations available: Stoke-On-Trent, Manchester, Southport, Peterborough, Portsmouth 

We have offices based in the above locations, however, we are open to largely remote working with the occasional travel to an office.

We’re looking for talented individuals to join a fast-paced, innovative environment who are leaders in the insurance industry.

About the role 

Our Project Managers lead the delivery of Change Projects across the Markerstudy Distribution Group. In a key role for us within the team, you will be responsible for driving a number of projects in the business, that vary in scale, complexity and budget. You will work alongside colleagues across the wider business, to support the end-to-end delivery of strategically aligned projects, utilising both waterfall and agile methodologies.  

How will you do this? 

Joining our growing Change Directorate, you will use your experience in project management to deliver change at pace, whilst demonstrating innovative and efficient ways of working. You will ensure the safe delivery of change through engagement and collaboration with impacted business areas. We are looking for someone who is a good communicator, and a natural relationship builder who knows how to engage and influence effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to support effective project delivery. 

Putting your project management experience to use, you will manage and execute a number of project processes and controls to ensure the effective governance and control of projects throughout their lifecycle. This includes finance and resourcing, planning, risk management, scope control, as well as benefits management and reporting. With a detail-oriented approach, you are able to report on project data in a simplified way for different audiences. 

Constantly curious, you are always learning about industry best practice, whilst helping to encourage a highly collaborative, engaging and inclusive culture within the team.  

This is a real opportunity to make this role your own in a company that is continually growing.  

Essential Skills/Experience Required:

• Experienced in leading small to medium projects.
• Experience managing third parties.
• Experience in industry standard project management processes and controls – financial control, resource management, risk & issue management, planning, change control, benefits management, reporting.
• Formal project management qualification.
• Experience delivering projects across multiple business areas.

Benefits 

• Starting with 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) 

• Opportunity for a yearly bonus  

• Life Assurance 2x annual salary 

• Collaborative, fast paced working environment  

• Flexible Hybrid Working 

• Modern, vibrant offices 

If you are interested, please apply with your up-to-date CV or email (url removed) for more information.