Aviva
Project Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Aviva Life & Pensions Ireland (ALPI) team for a Project Manager to support the delivery of a project within their change agenda for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role will be focused around performing the key project manager responsibilities in a support role to the Corporate Development Actuary who sits in the Strategy & Governance team and is responsible for driving the successful delivery of this project.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, understand and coordinate the delivery of a detailed project plan to monitor and report on progress to ensure project is delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
Set-up the appropriate project governance and ensure adherence to Change standards.
Ensure resource availability and monitor the supply of project resources.
Maintain and monitor risks, dependencies, and issues.
Track milestones, outcomes, and ultimate benefits.
Report on project status and escalate to senior management and PMO, as needed.
Running workshops and engaging stakeholders as needed to ensure effective delivery.
Establish and maintain relationships with third parties, as needed.
Manage regular project meetings including the development of inputs and outputs.
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
Perform other related duties, as assigned.
Skills & Experience:
Proven experience of delivering change within the Financial Services industry including the following:
Good knowledge of and track record of delivery of regulatory and/or section 166 type change successfully.
Management of project scope, delivery timeline and detail plans to deliver time-bound initiatives.
Cross-functional stakeholder management experience and experience working with Actuarial and/or Legal teams.
Excellent communication & interpersonal skills (verbal and written).
Solid organisational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
A strong decision-making and prioritisation skillset, with ability to operate effectively under pressure in dealing with multiple stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving skills to unblock issues and mitigate risks.
Relevant project management qualifications and experience of applying change methodologies.
Experience with project management software tools e.g., Planview or equivalent.
What will you get for this role?
Competitive market leading salary depending on skills, experience, and qualifications.
Generous pension (employee contribution matching of up to 14% if you contribute 8%)
Annual performance related bonus and pay review.
Holiday allowance of 29 days plus bank holidays, and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days.
Free car parking
Generous Health & dental insurance contributions after six months
Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme and Approved Profit Share Scheme
Cycle to Work benefit scheme.
TaxSaver Travel Scheme
Family friendly parent’s (matching paternity and maternity leave) and carer’s leave.
Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products plus discounts for Friends and Family
Employee Assistance Programme
Volunteering days
Professional qualification support and transparent career progression plans
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