Insurance IT Project Lead - Agile, Risk & Cloud Migrations

IDEX Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 76,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading registered insurance broker in the UK is seeking an IT Project Manager to spearhead a new insurance system's delivery and decommissioning of a legacy system. You will manage the complete project lifecycle, ensuring scope, budget, and stakeholder alignment. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in the insurance sector and needed project management certifications. This role offers a 6-month contract with a salary up to £90,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven understanding of insurance operations such as policy administration and claims handling.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum, PRINCE2, and PMP methodologies.
• Strong financial management and project governance skills.
• Experience in leading projects through testing phases with QA support.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure projects adhere to regulatory standards.
• Coordinate internal resources and vendors.
• Produce high-quality project documentation.

Skills

Understanding of insurance operations

Project management methodologies

Project management software

Financial management skills

Strategic thinking

Influencing and collaboration skills

Meeting organization

Excellent communication

Problem-solving skills

Managing multiple workstreams

Education

PMP certification

PRINCE2 certification

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

PROSCI Change Management certification

Tools

Clarity

Jira

Job description

A leading registered insurance broker in the UK is seeking an IT Project Manager to spearhead a new insurance system's delivery and decommissioning of a legacy system. You will manage the complete project lifecycle, ensuring scope, budget, and stakeholder alignment. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in the insurance sector and needed project management certifications. This role offers a 6-month contract with a salary up to £90,000 plus benefits.