Talent.com
QBE Insurance Group Limited
Project ManagerQBE Insurance Group Limited • London, England, United Kingdom
Project Manager

Project Manager

QBE Insurance Group Limited • London, England, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description
Primary Details
Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

Project Manager

  • Location: London
  • Type: Permanent, full time
  • Hybrid role, happy to talk flexible working

The Opportunity

QBE Europe are recruiting a Senior/Project Manager to join our team on a full time, permanent basis focusing on delivering change for International Markets & Multinational teams

You will be responsible for planning, executing and overseeing key projects or workstreams within a larger programme of work. You will manage cross-functional teams and vendors and work closely with business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget. These projects usually cost in the region of £1-2m, some more technically focused than others. All require clear communication and careful management of any changes.

Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion.

About QBE

At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.

We're an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries - which means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It's an exciting time. We're building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

What if you could have a positive impact - at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.

Your new role
  • Spearhead and oversee the end-to-end management of projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, time and budget. Then ensuring smooth transition into day-to-day operations
  • Work with the Transformation Office to understand and shape initiatives, develop and present business cases clearly outlining project timelines, costs, and benefits for approval to proceed.
  • Create and manage project and resource plans to ensure successful delivery of business requirements.
  • Develop communication strategies to keep all relevant teams informed with key messages.
  • Set, manage and report on project budgets, ensuring costs stay within agreed limits.
  • Identify and effectively manage project risks and issues, implementing solutions and coordinating testing to ensure alignment with project goals.
  • Identify and manage dependencies with other projects or internal business areas/stakeholders.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external suppliers and business stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Lead and support the project team, manage third-party resources, and ensure effective coordination of project tasks and responsibilities.
  • All stages of delivery to align to project assurance standards

About you
  • Proven experience in project management within the insurance sector.
  • Great leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain objectivity and fairness, always reflecting the facts and offering a balanced view.
  • Stay ahead of potential issues, taking proactive action to prevent or mitigate problems before they arise.
  • Build and manage great relationships with stakeholders, understanding their needs and resolving any issues effectively.
  • Respond to shifting priorities with urgency and a strong sense of drive.
  • Communicating openly and honestly, fostering a culture of transparency and trust.
  • Creation of clear, impactful reports, proposals, and presentations that engage and inform.
  • Experience of managing project budgets effectively, ensuring financial awareness throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Lead and motivate teams, maximizing the potential of multi-skilled resources to achieve successful outcomes.
  • Qualifications in Programme/Project Management desirable

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
  • 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.
  • Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.
  • Pension - you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.

To learn more about benefits of working with us, click Rewarding our people - QBE European Operations

Awards & Recognition

We value our employee's experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
    • General Insurer of the Year 2026 at the British Insurance Awards

    • Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025:
      Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year,
      Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance

    • AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year

    • Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer

    • UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year

    • Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award

    • Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee

To learn more about our achievements, click here

Apply now and let's make it happen!

If you're looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today.

Your career. At the heart of it.

Skills:
Commercial Acumen, Critical Thinking, Delivery Management, Financial Products, Information Technology (IT) Projects, Information Technology Applications, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Process Improvements, Project Delivery, Project Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Waterfall Model

How to Apply:

To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Create a job alert for this search

Project Manager • London, England, United Kingdom

Similar jobs

Project Manager

SeismicLondon, England, GB
Full-time

Please be aware we have noticed an increase in hiring scams potentially targeting Seismic candidates.Read our full statement on ourCareers page (Opens in a new tab).Seismic is the global leader in ... Show more

 • Promoted

Technical Project Manager

Higher Ed PartnersGreater London, England, GB
Full-time +2

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Applications will only be considered by applying directly on the following link:.Do you thrive at the intersection of strategy, tech, a... Show more

 • Promoted

SAP Business Cutover Project Manager

Infosys ConsultingGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

Do you want to boost your career and collaborate with expert, talented colleagues to solve and deliver against our clients' most important challenges? We are growing and are looking for people to j... Show more

 • Promoted

Lead Project Manager

Post Office LtdGreater London, England, GB
Permanent

Competitive + excellent benefits .Head of Transformation Delivery .At Post Office, we're delivering one of the most significant technology transformation programmes in our history.As a Lead Project... Show more

 • Promoted

Project Manager (Project Delivery)(Relocate to Malta/Big 4)

Black Pen RecruitmentGreater London, England, GB
Permanent

Project Manager (Project Delivery)(Relocate to Malta/Big 4).Our client’s Microsoft Business Solutions team is a Microsoft Gold Partner and leader in Microsoft software implementations for medium to... Show more

 • Promoted

Enterprise Project Manager

SovosGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

If you're seeking a career where innovation meets impact, you've come to the right place.As a global leader, Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth w... Show more

 • Promoted

Project Lead / Manager - EUC - London (Hybrid / remote)

Candour SolutionsGreater London, England, GB
Remote
Full-time

Project Lead / Manager - EUC - London (Hybrid / remote).We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Lead / Project Manager from an End User Computing (EUC) background to join the IT Services t... Show more

 • Promoted

Project Manager

Harrington StarrLondon, England, GB
Full-time

Harrington Starr are excited to partner with a fast-growing FinTech business based in the City of London who are hiring their first dedicated Project Manager to join their team.This business provid... Show more

 • Promoted

PLM Principal Consultant & Project Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Full-time

FunctionIoTOur CompanyWe’re Hitachi Digital Services, a global digital solutions and transformation business with a bold vision of our world’s potential.We’re people-centric and here to power good.... Show more

 • Promoted

Freelance Project Manager

Kenton BlackBromley, England, GB
Full-time

Direct message the job poster from Kenton Black.Freelance Project Manager required for a £12 million new build industrial unit.The project is circa 46 weeks commencing January 2026.Reporting to the... Show more

 • Promoted

Project Manager - Consultancy

Harmony FireGreater London, England, GB
Full-time +1

Harmony is on a mission to be the best life safety partner to work with and for.Rated an ‘Outstanding Employer’ by Best Companies in 2025, we are only getting bigger and stronger — and we’re lookin... Show more

 • Promoted

Tech Project Manager — Deliver Digital & Infrastructure Projects

Digital Preservation CoalitionGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

The Digital Preservation Coalition in Greater London is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead technology-focused projects across its Boston Spa and London sites.This role involves collabor... Show more

 • Promoted

Technical Project Manager (~£50k) at Ensembleanalytics.co.uk

Jack and Jill AIGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

Job Title: Technical Project Manager.Company Description: Ensembleanalytics.Digitalising maritime logistics with the Athena platform.Job Description: Own the delivery cadence for an early-stage sta... Show more

 • Promoted

Project Manager

Inside Out ContractsLondon, England, GB
Full-time

Be among the first 25 applicants.Direct message the job poster from Inside Out Contracts.Founder and Managing Director of leading UK contract furniture company, Inside Out ContractsProud winners of... Show more

 • Promoted

Post-Merger Integration Project Manager

Camino SearchLondon, England, GB
Full-time

We’re looking for a sharp, execution-focused.This role is pivotal in untangling fragmented systems, poor data practices, and operational silos that often hinder value creation.You will work closely... Show more

 • Promoted

Project Manager

Exponential-eLondon, England, GB
Full-time

Exponential-e, founded in 2002, is a UK Cloud, Connectivity and Communications pioneer.We focus on leveraging leading-edge technology to deliver profitable and innovative services to our clients an... Show more

 • Promoted

Account/ Project Manager - Branded Environments

Tomorrow Recruitment Ltd | B CorpGreater London, England, GB
Permanent

Account/ Project Manager - Branded Environments.Account/ Project Manager - Branded Environments.Tomorrow Recruitment Ltd | B Corp™.Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.This... Show more

 • Promoted

eDiscovery Project Manager (Midlands/London)

Brimstone-RecruitmentCity Of London, England, GB
Full-time

Brimstone Consulting is seeking an e‑Discovery Project Manager (and Senior) to lead multiple projects from initiation to completion for law firms and corporate clients.Travel to Midlands and London... Show more

 • Promoted

eDiscovery Project Manager

Brimstone ConsultingGreater London, England, GB
Permanent

Advisory & Consultancy, Digital Forensics, eDiscovery & Legal.Plus excellent package and flexible home work.Location: London (we also have roles in other UK locations and Germany).Salary Band: £55-... Show more

 • Promoted

R&D Project Manager - Maternity Cover FTC

Carbon Clean SolutionsGreater London, England, GB
Full-time

Accountable for project definition development and execution strategy.Accountable for delivery to baseline scope, schedule, budget and execution strategy within Quality and Safety targets.Identify ... Show more