Job Description

IT PROJECT MANAGER

About Us

As part of the Embignell Group, Stonebridge International Insurance Ltd and Union Income Benefit Ltd operate as an insurer and a leading insurance brokerage respectively. Working in partnership with some of the largest Trade Unions, we have set up policies for over 2.5 million members.





Our policies are designed to provide simple, easy-to-understand protection that ensures peace of mind and reliable support when it's needed most. Since 1999, we've paid out over 45 million in claims.





Our UK-based operation is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, and our dedication to staff Training & Development has seen us recognised with Investors in People status since 2002.

The Role

As IT Project Manager, you'll deliver high-quality IT projects that support the Group's digital transformation, security, and operational efficiency objectives. You will define project scope, manage risks, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure project outcomes align with strategic priorities and regulatory requirements.

Duration:

Fixed term contract, 12 18 months

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Governance

Lead the end-to-end delivery of medium-large sized IT projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards Define and manage project scope, objectives, plans, and deliverables in collaboration with business and technical stakeholders Maintain robust project documentation including business cases, RAID logs, change requests, and status reports Apply project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) as appropriate to project type and complexity Provide regular progress updates and reporting to senior management, highlighting key risks, issues, and dependencies

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

Engage effectively with stakeholders across IT, Operations, Compliance, and Finance to ensure business alignment and project success Facilitate requirements gathering, solution design, and decision-making workshops Manage supplier and third-party relationships, monitoring performance against contractual obligations and SLAs Act as a bridge between technical teams and business users, translating requirements and ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle

Financial & Resource Control

Support the preparation of business cases, cost estimates, and project budgets Track and manage project expenditure, ensuring costs remain within approved limits Coordinate internal and external resources to achieve project milestones efficiently Contribute to procurement and vendor selection activities where applicable

Risk, Compliance & Quality Assurance

Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring timely mitigation and escalation where necessary Ensure project deliverables comply with regulatory and internal control requirements (e.g., FCA, GDPR, ISO 27001) Oversee testing activities, including UAT, integration testing, and security validation Conduct post-implementation reviews and ensure lessons learned are documented and shared

What We Offer

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Ongoing Training & Development opportunities Excellent work/life balance Room for professional growth in a regulated environment

Salary

50,000 - 60,000

Who We're Looking For

Experience in delivering IT projects in a financial services or regulated environment Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches) Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Understanding of IT infrastructure, applications, and security principles Experience with project management tools and documentation Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment Collaborative approach with aptitude for working across different departments Professional qualification in project management (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP) desirable

Location

Based in the UK with two days a week expected in London Office.

Recruitment Process

CV screening Initial 10-15 minute Teams interview for successful applicants In-depth Teams interview with hiring manager for shortlisted candidates * Final stage face-to-face interview with hiring manager and another team member