Looking for a role that will have a meaningful impact in Change Delivery?

We are looking for an individual to lead projects that support International strategic objectives for our Wholesale Division.

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.

Join us and play your part in something special!

The opportunity:

Change Delivery is a dynamic, global team that collaborates closely with the Board and executive leadership to research, develop, and implement critical initiatives worldwide. Our International portfolio spans a diverse range of projects, including product launches, new distribution channels, team setups, acquisitions, and operational efficiency programs.

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you'll be part of a close-knit group, driving strategic priorities by delivering innovative business and technical solutions on time and within budget. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact and grow your career in a fast-paced, global environment.

What you’ll be doing:

As a Project Manager, you will:

Ensure Success: Deliver business benefits by managing projects within the defined scope of time, cost, quality, and risk. Evaluate project proposals to determine the best approach, resource needs, and any potential constraints. Maintain an awareness of potential dependencies with other projects and their impact. Conduct lessons learned to review implementation approach, management and prepare any follow-on action recommendations.

Drive Progress: Oversee, report, and communicate the project's progress, keeping all stakeholders informed and aligned. Mobilise and motivate the project team to contribute effectively and deliver results. Monitor and report overall progress, resourcing and budget, initiate corrective action where necessary.

Engage Stakeholders: From inception to completion, ensure business engagement and the realisation of benefits. Working with IT stakeholders to ensure products are delivered to technical standards. Business partnering with sponsors and the team to ensure a smooth transition to BAU and ensuring benefits and owned and measured.

Plan and Monitor: Assist in developing business cases and track progress throughout the project's lifecycle. Plan and oversee detailed project plans, including stage and exception plans. Monitor third party contributions where applicable. Monitor project risks, develop contingency plans.

Our must-haves:

•               Prince 2 or equivalent Project Management certification preferred

•               Solid understanding of MS applications and project management tools, for the planning, tracking and manipulation of project plans, data and MI

•               Demonstrable experience of working in project management and driving business outcomes

•               Strong capability in project financial management

•               Strong facilitation and presentation skills

•               Strong change management / business improvement experience

•               Meticulous in planning and execution

•               Knowledge & experience of Agile delivery methodology desirable

•               Knowledge & experience in vendor contract negotiation and management desirable

Who we are:

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a Fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory, and investment operations around the world.

We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better | We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What’s in it for you?

• A great starting salary plus annual bonus & strong benefits package…

• 25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the opportunity to buy/sell extra leave

• Fantastic company pension scheme, private medical and dental cover, life assurance, travel insurance cover, income protection, season ticket loan as well as other great benefits on offer

• There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career and we can provide the support needed to do just that!

Are you ready to play your part?

Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

Markel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background, if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with all reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful. Please contact us via email at [email protected] or call us at 0161 507 5827 to request any accommodations that may be needed. This includes any alternative formats of any documents or information on how to apply offline.