project manager

About the Company

Our client is a well-established financial wellness and advisory services organisation committed to helping individuals and businesses achieve financial wellbeing. Through innovative financial solutions, debt management services, financial education, and employee wellness programmes, the organisation positively impacts the financial health of thousands of South Africans. As part of its continued growth, the company is seeking a talented professional to join its dynamic team.

 

Job Descriptions

•  Provide end-to-end delivery of high-impact, business-critical projects within an insurance  environment 
• Direct engagement with the CEO and executive leadership to define priorities, scope, and  outcomes 
• Full accountability for project governance, risk, budget, timelines, and delivery quality 
• Management of cross-functional teams across Operations, IT, Finance, Compliance,  Underwriting, and Claims 
• Identification and resolution of risks, issues, and delivery blockers — before they become  problems 
• Executive-level reporting with clear, data-driven insights and recommendations
• Ensuring all initiatives meet regulatory, audit, and compliance requirements
• Driving continuous improvement in project execution, discipline, and standards 

Qualifications and Work Experience

•  Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or related field (BCom preferred) 

• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification strongly preferred
• 7+ years of proven project management experience, ideally within Insurance or Financial  Services 
• Demonstrated success delivering complex, enterprise-level initiatives 
• Strong executive presence — confident influencing senior stakeholders and decision-makers • Excellent commercial and financial acumen, including budget ownership 
•  Ability to operate independently with minimal oversight

---