Description
For the assignment to our customer in Zürich we're looking for a Senior IT Project ManagerTasks:
You will provide overall project management, planning and implementation of IT projects and manage projects budget, timelines and resources
You will work closely with your internal customers, other IT departments and our external partners at various locations
Elaborate solution options and recommendations and preparation for stakeholders and decision-making bodies, as well as preparation of project documentation
You are responsible for proactively monitoring project progress to ensure timely completion, serving as an escalation point and removing roadblocks
Support process teams representing functions needs regarding cross-functional considerations, workflow integration and coordination, and optimization of best practices
Identify and develop working relationships with affected Business and IT functions at all levels; ensures that representatives from all functions are kept appropriately informed of project activities and are encouraged to participate as appropriate
You are part of a motivated team supporting the transformation program across different business units and function transformation
Skills:
Completed studies (Uni/ETH, FH, HF) in business informatics, business administration or similar
At least 10 years of professional experience in a comparable role and a solid track record in the area of IT Project Management
You are familiar with both classic and agile project management methods and have appropriate certifications such as IPMA, PMI, Prince2, and/or Agile CSM, PSM
Very good presentation (PowerPoint) and report (Excel and Word) skills
Understanding of emerging technologies such as Cloud, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, etc. and the impact of each trend on the insurance marketplace
Ability to work under pressure, collaborate and to express complex issues in a comprehensible and present to stakeholders
Team player, intrinsically motivated in new topics and able to navigate quickly in between priorities
Very good English and German skills are a must, French would be an advantage
Start: asap
End: December 2023 (with Option of extension)
Degree of employment: %
Working location: Zürich
For more information please get in touch with Mr. Patrick Casutt or send us your CV to We are looking forward to hearing from you.