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About the role

We’re looking for a Project Manager to join our Commercial Lines/Specialty Solutions Ops & Planning team!

As a Project Manager your work will have a big impact on the success of our Specialty Solutions Insurance strategic projects. People will count on you to manage our Stakeholders’ needs, collaborate with our internal partners, and oversee the resourcing and timelines of our projects.

What you'll do here:

• Oversee the established project vision within the program
• Define the overall project scope and objectives with stakeholder and project team
• Manage sponsor and stakeholder expectations.
• Follow and control the project evolution and communicate the progress made, in line with corporate policies and standards.
• Manage project risks including contingency and critical path.
• Contribute to the evolution of scope, resolution of issues and suggest alternatives to achieve organizational objectives.
• Provide project leadership to the squad, use appropriate methodology, and ensure the team has all the required tools complete their work
• Maintain open lines of communication with multiple levels of stakeholders
• Develop a deep understanding of the business processes and business needs
• Participate in the development of a multi-year strategic roadmap

• Lead and manage project teams to effectively utilize strengths of team members.
• Collaborate with BA and PO managers to identify and develop talent, allocate work, and ensure current practices are optimized
• Participate in team management meetings to continually improve team engagement, performance, and team processes
• Engage in moving forward the maturity of the organization’s Agile practice

What you bring to the table:

• You have 5 + years in leading projects successfully, negotiating scope, budget and timelines with various stakeholder groups.
• You have strong business, strategic and financial acumen and understand how pieces fit together.
• You are assertive, exert positive influence while maintaining the proper degree of consideration for the people with whom you interact
• You forge strong relationships with stakeholders and can work with all levels from individual contributor to executive, and from different areas of the business.
• You have strong written communication skills and are comfortable giving presentations to employees and to executives alike.
• You are able to work on multiple projects and quickly adjust in a rapidly changing environment, maintaining grace under pressure with tight deadlines.
• You have the proven ability to lead teams in multiple locations and business areas to accomplish a common goal with a focus on supporting the client.
• Experience in P&C Insurance and Agile Planning Methodology is preferred.
• Project Management Professional certification (PMP) is preferred.

What we offer

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

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