Project Manager
About Oneglobal
On a mission to reinvigorate broking. Oneglobal is a commercial insurance and reinsurance broker set up with the singular focus of improving the way in which businesses around the world manage risk via insurance.
We think broking needs a refresh, and that our approach builds that foundation. We have ambitious plans for the future and are looking to grow our talented team. If you would like to find out more about Oneglobal, please visit our website or our LinkedIn page.
The role
As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced individual to join our team on a 15-month fixed-term contract. The role will work closely with the executive leadership team, namely the Global COO, to lead and deliver operational process improvements and efficiencies, and business transformation projects globally. The role will manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and achieve business objectives. This role will specifically lead delivery of the OpenTWINS system migration programme, working closely with the business, IT and third-party delivery partners.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of and shape Oneglobal’s growing international network of offices. The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and will be passionate about project management and delivering proactive solutions for the business.
Based in our London office, this role will work collaboratively with key internal stakeholders and third-party suppliers to drive change initiatives that improve efficiency, enhance customer experience, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to the achievement of strategic business objectives. The role will be operating in an inclusive culture with a supportive environment to learn on the job and develop your skillset.
Key Accountabilities
Own end-to-end delivery of the OpenTWINS system migration and other business transformation projects, ensuring successful implementation and alignment with global strategic goals
Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, success measures and delivery approach (e.g. Agile, Waterfall or hybrid) appropriate to each project
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and RAID logs (risks, assumptions, issues and dependencies)
Establish project governance: chair or support steering committees, and produce RAG-rated status reports and board-level updates
Regularly review project success criteria, metrics, and test and deployment management activities, including UAT sign-off and go-live/cutover planning
Build and manage a RACI matrix and resource plan across internal teams and third-party suppliers
Manage project budgets and track spend against forecast, including ownership of vendor statements of work and purchase orders
Facilitate project meetings, workshops and stakeholder updates
Build strong relationships with senior leaders, operational teams, brokers and support functions
Support the successful adoption of new processes and systems, specifically the implementation of and migration to OpenTWINS, including change impact assessment, training and business readiness
Support wider automation, digitisation and transformation programmes
Ensure projects comply with regulatory and internal governance requirements
Identify and escalate significant risks, issues and dependencies appropriately
Coordinate activities with external vendors, consultants, insurers and technology partners, including the OpenTWINS delivery partner
Capture lessons learned and support post-implementation benefits realisation
Skills & Knowledge
Knowledge of the London (re)insurance Market
Proven experience delivering system migration, platform implementation, or core system replacement projects, ideally within (re)insurance or financial services
Experience of, or exposure to, Lloyd's market systems and processes (e.g. placing, claims, delegated authority); direct experience of OpenTWINS or a comparable Lloyd's/London market platform is highly advantageous
Recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM PMQ, PMP, or an Agile/Scrum certification) desirable
Ability to manage third-party vendors and supplier relationships, including statement of work and contract oversight
Strong process improvement and problem-solving skills
Excellent organisational and project coordination capabilities
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently at senior and executive level
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams and project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet or similar)
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and budgets
Ability to influence and drive change across different levels
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Our goal
Our clients are at the forefront of everything we do. As an employee of Oneglobal your contributions matter and drive us towards our ambitious plans for the future. We believe our open working culture will see passionate and enthusiastic people join us to grow the business together and enable us to become an employer of choice.
Our commitment
Oneglobal is committed to being an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all employees, prospective employees and clients are treated fairly and with respect and integrity. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process.
- Locations
- London
- Remote status
- Hybrid
London
One team united by shared values
Oneglobal’s HQ is in London and we have local teams on the ground around the world. But wherever we are, we operate from the same set of values. In fact, having the right kind of values is more important to us than having all the resume boxes ticked. So, while relevant experience may get you an interview, being one of us is what will get you the job.
These are the values that make us Oneglobal:
Loyalty. We believe in long term relationships. We’re loyal to our clients, loyal to the principles of broking and loyal to each other. We’re apolitical. We don’t score cheap points. We support each other, root for each other, and above all focus all our collective efforts on helping our clients succeed.
Connecting. Our business is about bringing people, ideas, technology, risk and capital together in the optimum way. We collaborate and engage to figure out how best to fit together all the pieces of the insurance jigsaw.
Openness. We behave in a way that is transparent. Openness means we see opportunity where others might not. It means being curious about people and asking lots of what if questions. And it’s about having easy access to each other where anyone can speak to anyone else.
Accountability. What we do day-in day-out has to stack up to scrutiny. We own our decisions. If something isn’t quite right, we won’t do it. Reinvigorating broking requires high levels of professionalism and integrity. Because it’s not just about leading the client to better solutions, it’s about leading the industry.
Growing together. We like growth. It signifies we’re doing it right. It shows that what we do gets results for our clients. It means they’ve become more resilient. It strengthens the bonds of loyalty and brings us all the rewards of a job well done. And it’s about recognising that nobody succeeds on their own.
About Oneglobal
Oneglobal Broking Limited is registered in England and Wales under company registration number 05969551. Registered office: 30 St Mary Axe, London, EC3A 8BF
Oneglobal Broking Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under registration number 311657