Black Pen Recruitment

IT Project Manager (Insuretech)

Black Pen Recruitment  •  Cape Town, ZA (Hybrid)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

Our client is a modern, feature-rich, full-cycle insurance policy administration system designed for insurers, MGAs, and brokers seeking to optimise their processes, accelerate product launches, and enhance connectivity. Their cloud-based, no-code platform transforms the administration of insurance, delivering a seamless user experience across policy, claims, and billing functions.



The core function of our client’s Project Manager is to ensure the successful completion of software implementation projects for their clients. This includes the planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and finalisation of assigned projects according to the defined budget, deadlines, and technical requirements.

Your focus areas will include the development of project plans and managing the efforts of assigned stakeholders to deliver projects according to plan. Such stakeholders would include internal team members,third-party agents, and the relevant clients. The Project Manager will define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.



The role requires someone who is a proactive problem-solver and enjoys working independently or within a team-based structure. While their team members work on individual projects, they encourage a collaborative and supportive environment, where solutions and ideas are shared to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Job Type: Full Time/Permanent

Location: Johannesburg

Workplace: Hybrid (2 days in office)

Requirements

  • You are an experienced Project Manager with experience in the implementation of software solutions.
  • A consummate professional, you have strong interpersonal, relationship–building, and communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders. You are proactive and solutions–oriented, with good conflict resolution skills.
  • Project Management Certification or Qualification
  • 5+ years of project management experience within an IT/Technology environment.
  • Experience in the project management of multiple, complex projects
  • Experience in the implementation of IT Solutions within medium to large businesses
  • Working knowledge of project management tools such as MS Projects
  • Working knowledge with Agile methodologies and project methodologies such as Prince2, PMBOK, or MS Solutions Framework
  • Previous experience within the Insurance industry or the InsurTech industry will be highly beneficial.
Black Pen Recruitment

About Black Pen Recruitment

Black Pen Recruitment is the leading recruitment agency in fintech and cryptocurrency across Africa. From our headquarters in Cape Town, South Africa, we've been at the forefront of specialised recruitment since 2012, carving out a distinct niche in the landscape of financial technology. Our success story is rooted in our ability to identify top-tier talent and match them with leading companies in the industry. With over 180 clients worldwide and over 120,000 candidates in our database, we've built partnerships with Startups, Scale-ups, SMEs, and Corporates, driving growth and innovation every step of the way. We have also expanded our reach into key sectors including e-Commerce, Digital Banking, SaaS, Tech, and Travel/Tourism.

Black Pen Recruitment stands as a dedicated partner in growing your team, with over a decade of experience. Driven by a vision to bridge the gap between talent and opportunity in the growing fintech and cryptocurrency sectors, we've built a formidable team of internationally trained recruiters who share a passion for excellence and dedication. With a strategic presence in Malta, we have established a global footprint, nurturing relationships with clients worldwide. Our journey has been defined by navigating the frontier of finance and technology, driving excellence in every partnership we forge.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Cape Town, ZA
Year Founded
2012
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