IT Project Manager

Primary Details

Time Type: Full time



Worker Type: Employee

The purpose of this role is to support the end to end delivery of IT projects. This includes all aspects of project delivery from scoping to embedding with the customer using QBE methodologies and processes. The incumbent must be able to understand and raise awareness of business vision, strategy, goals and tactics in IT, and share IT vision, strategy and goals in their assigned business projects.

IT Project Manager

• Location: London
• Type: Permanent, full time
• Hybrid role, happy to talk flexible working
  
  
  
  

The Opportunity

QBE Europe are recruiting a Project Manager to join our team on a full time, permanent basis focusing on change in the Claims and Operations space.

You will be responsible for planning, executing and overseeing key projects or workstreams within a larger programme of work. You will manage cross-functional teams and vendors and work closely with business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget. These projects usually cost in the region of £1-2m, some more technically focused than others.  All require clear communication and careful management of any changes.

Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.  QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion.

About QBE

At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.    

We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.   

What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. 

Your new role

• Spearhead and oversee the end-to-end management of projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, time and budget. Then ensuring smooth transition into day-to-day operations
• Work with the Transformation Office to understand and shape initiatives, develop and present business cases clearly outlining project timelines, costs, and benefits for approval to proceed.
• Create and manage project and resource plans to ensure successful delivery of business requirements.
• Develop communication strategies to keep all relevant teams informed with key messages.

Respond to shifting priorities with urgency and a strong sense of drive.

Communicating openly and honestly, fostering a culture of transparency and trust.

Creation of clear, impactful reports, proposals, and presentations that engage and inform.

Experience of managing project budgets effectively, ensuring financial awareness throughout the project lifecycle.

Lead and motivate teams, maximizing the potential of multi-skilled resources to achieve successful outcomes.

Qualifications in Programme/Project Management desirable

Benefits  

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

• 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.  
• Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.  
• Pension – you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.  
  
  
  
  

To learn more about benefits of working with us, click  Rewarding our people - QBE European Operations 

Awards & Recognition

We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:

Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: 

• Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance
• AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year 
• Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer 
  
  
  
  

To learn more about our achievements, click here  

Apply now and let’s make it happen!  

If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. 

Your career. At the heart of it.   

Skills:

Commercial Acumen, Critical Thinking, Delivery Management, Financial Products, Information Technology (IT) Projects, Information Technology Applications, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Process Improvements, Project Delivery, Project Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Waterfall Model

Application Close Date: 07/02/2026 11:59 PM<

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How to Apply:

To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.