Project Manager

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Location

United Kingdom, London, London

Work Place

Hybrid

Region

UK

Vacancy details

Job Profile

Lockton - Experienced Professional

Title

Project Manager - Technology

Description

We’re seeking a Project Manager to drive complex regional and global initiatives aligned with our organizational goals.

This role will define business direction, lead cross-functional teams, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to shape technology solutions, influence decision-making, and deliver impactful change across systems, policies, and programs.

Key Responsibilities 

• Leads regional and global technology projects using Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid methodologies across all phases — planning, design, testing, and implementation.

• Defines project objectives and deliverables aligned with business goals, collaborating with stakeholders, management, and project teams.

• Coordinates cross-functional project teams, including internal members and external vendors, ensuring proper resource allocation and capacity management.

• Develops, executes, and maintains detailed project plans, including schedules, milestones, budgets (if applicable), and risk mitigation strategies.

• Manages project scope and day-to-day operations, identifying and resolving issues efficiently while ensuring adherence to Lockton’s project methodology and standards

• Communicates project status and key information regularly to stakeholders, team members, and executive leadership.

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date project documentation, ensuring appropriate storage and accessibility.

• Engages with third-party vendors for oversight and collaboration on project deliverables as needed.

• Provides project oversight for smaller projects and IT product-related initiatives, offering strategic input and support.

• Supports business and technical requirement development, ensuring alignment between IT solutions and business needs.

• Works closely with IT teams, business units, and consultants to ensure effective delivery of IT solutions and services

• Develops and shares best practices, procedures, and guidelines to support consistent project execution.

• May act as Program Manager, developing business roadmaps, aligning initiatives with business strategy, and managing governance and resource planning.

Candidate Profile

Requirements:

• BS/BA degree preferred or equivalent education and/or experience. An MBA is a plus. 

• Extensive project management work experience required.

• Experience in articulating and documenting project management documentation.

• Strong project management, time management, initiative and interpersonal skills. 

• Experience working independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. 

• Excellent at collaboration and relationship building.

• Experience in planning and performing functional testing. 

• Experience within the insurance and brokerage industry is a plus. 

• Must be able to learn, understand and apply new technologies. 

• Possesses good understanding in the areas of application programming, database and system design.  

• Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and written.  

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. 

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Scheduled

Full Time Permanent