Software Migrations Project Manager

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Job Description

Positioned within a global award-winning InsurTech leader, this role is critical for driving complex software upgrade projects that migrate established clients from legacy systems to a modern, API-first platform. This is an opportunity for a methodical leader to oversee the full project lifecycle within an agile, high-output environment that is revolutionising insurance efficiency across international markets. This is a hybrid opportunity (2 days in office and 3 days from home) to work Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm on a fixed term contract of 12 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, documentation, and execution of detailed project plans, ensuring all migrations are delivered within budget, deadlines, and technical specifications.
• Facilitate the project delivery process by leading backlog refinement sessions, sprint planning, demos, and retrospective meetings.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams, third-party contractors, and consultants to ensure transparency and resolve day-to-day delivery challenges.
• Maintain a robust Risk Matrix and management toolkit, while overseeing the full Change Management process and ensuring all documentation meets audit requirements.
• Manage financial planning and forecasting, ensuring milestones are achieved to trigger accurate revenue recognition and timely invoicing.
• Foster continuous motivation and provide ongoing performance feedback to diverse project teams to ensure high-performance delivery.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification accompanied by a formal Project

Benefits

• Standard office hours: 8am - 5pm
• hybrid working, two days in office.