Transformation Project Manager

Job Type: PermanentBuild a brilliant future with HiscoxJob Title: Project ManagerLocation: UK - hybrid. Typically London once per week or other locations as neededReports To: Transformation Workstream LeadAbout the workstreamHiscox is undergoing a strategic transformation to enable profitable growth over the next 5-10 years. This transformation covers 18 workstreams, one of which is Retail Trading Systems (RTS). The RTS workstream has been created to ensure we maximise efficiency and scale across our three retail business units (US, UK and EU). The RTS workstream will work closely with the individual business unit workstreams as well as the technology and data workstreams. This is a highly strategic workstream with a focus on creating long term value and sponsorship from the group executive team.Role summaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and hands on project manager to manage the delivery of large and complex projects across the workstream. The role will be accountable for defining the delivery plan, in conjunction with a large number of stakeholders from business and technology teams. This will include standard project governance deliverables but also taking a pragmatic approach to identifying risks and opportunities in the plan. You'll have the opportunity to work across our global retail business and interact with senior stakeholders in many teams.Key ResponsibilitiesProject LeadershipLead end-to-end delivery of multiple complex projects. Including making day to day decisions and prioritisation of resources across teams to maximise valueAccountable for managing risk in the project, defining mitigation actions and recommending changes in approach to the steering committee. This will include working with stakeholders to identify risks and potential blockers in the projectResponsible for project governance and reporting to various steering committees and sponsor groups. This includes the top leadership of the group.Manage inter-dependencies across multiple projects and workstreams, ensuring alignment with business priorities and enterprise goals.Manage project budgets and benefit realisation forecasts to ensure business case is deliveredDecide resource allocation across projects, utilising internal teams, contractors, and vendor partners as appropriateStakeholder ManagementPartner with leaders, product owners, technology teams, and external vendors to ensure initiatives meet stakeholder expectations.Facilitate steering committees, executive updates, and working group sessions, ensuring decisions are well-informed, and risks are visibleBalance competing priorities, motivate teams, and create strong partnerships throughout the organisationDesired experience and capabilitiesProven experience in project or portfolio management, preferably in the insurance or financial services industryDemonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and managing large, complex projects with budgets >£10MStrong ability to create partnerships across the business. Including working with, and presenting to, a C-suite audienceConfident working in various delivery methods including Agile, SAfE and WaterfallAble to prioritise activity, defining trade-offs and escape decisions as needed. Including creating clarity in delivery roadmap for senior stakeholdersSelf starter who is comfortable supporting broader range of tasks as neededSuccessful leading project teams including Business Analysis, Process Excellence and other professionalsReasons to join the teamWork across the entire Hiscox Retail portfolio, gaining insight into the global specialty businessVisibility with Group Exec and engagement with senior stakeholdersDevelop strategic skillset, balancing short- and long-term deliveryDriven and motivated team, supported by strong mentorship cultureWork with amazing people and be part of a unique culture #J-18808-Ljbffr