Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to drive multiple complex IT projects within a Life Information Systems environment, focusing on underwriting and claims management applications.

Context

The role sits within a large-scale application landscape supporting life insurance systems, involving mainframe-emulated environments (Cobol/Mix Cobol+.NET) and a diverse technology stack across frontend (.NET, CRM), integration, printing, and communication layers. The upcoming portfolio is heavily project-driven, requiring strong leadership and coordination across multiple teams and stakeholders.

Language Requirements

English: good proficiency (mandatory)

Dutch and/or French

Profile Requirements

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Sciences, or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum 10 years in IT project management (application side)
• Proven delivery of large projects (>1000 man-days)
• Experience in insurance or financial services environments
• Strong knowledge of Prince2 and waterfall methodologies (Agile/Scrum is a plus)
• Experience in stakeholder management, budgeting, and governance setup
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Key Responsibilities

• Establish project governance (stakeholders, steering committees, communication plans)
• Define and challenge business requirements with focus on value, cost, and timing balance
• Coordinate architecture deliverables and planning with technical teams
• Build project roadmap, budget, and work package breakdown structure
• Monitor project progress across scope, timing, quality, and budget
• Deliver structured reporting to stakeholders and senior management
• Proactively manage risks, issues, and mitigation actions
• Drive cross-team collaboration and maintain team engagement
• Ensure clear and continuous communication across all stakeholders

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Structured, methodical, and proactive approach
• Result-oriented with attention to quality and detail
• Analytical and synthetic thinking
• Ability to work under tight timelines
• Quick learner and client-oriented mindset
• Strong listening and coordination skills

This role requires a hands-on leader capable of aligning multiple teams, ensuring delivery excellence, and maintaining strong governance across complex IT initiatives.