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Change Delivery - Project Manager
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Change Delivery - Project Manager
Project Manager – Change Delivery
Become a Project Manager in our Change Delivery team and drive meaningful change in a thriving business. Here’s your opportunity to make a real impact—why wait?
What You’ll Contribute
At Markel, we seize opportunities and give others the confidence to move forward. As a Project Manager in our global Change Delivery team, you’ll help align strategic initiatives with execution, working closely with the Board and executive management to drive critical projects that shape the future of our business.
Our International portfolio includes:
- Product launches, expansions, and optimisation
- New distribution channels and operational efficiencies
- Acquisitions and the establishment of new teams
You’ll operate as part of a high-performing team, implementing business and technical solutions on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
Your Key Responsibilities
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Project Leadership
- Lead projects aligned with International strategic objectives
- Deliver business benefits while staying within scope for time, cost, quality, and risk
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Project Governance & Reporting
- Monitor, report, and present progress from initiation to closure
- Own benefits realisation—track and measure impact
- Liaise with stakeholders, ensuring business ownership of outcomes
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Planning & Risk Management
- Analyse project requirements—assessing approach, resource needs, and constraints
- Develop and update business cases throughout the lifecycle
- Manage project risks, including planning contingencies and escalating exceptions
- Oversee progress, resources, and budget, initiating corrections where needed
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Team & Governance Support
- Set and maintain governance structures, including change control and configuration management
- Anticipate cross-project dependencies and their impact
- Mobilise and inspire project teams to deliver high-performance outcomes
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Transition Planning & Improvement
- Conduct lessons learned sessions to refine processes
- Partner with IT and other stakeholders to ensure technical compliance
- Facilitate a smooth transition to "business as usual," ensuring benefits are sustained
Essential Requirements
- Certification & Methodology: Prince 2 (or equivalent) highly beneficial
- Technical Proficiency: Fluency in MS applications and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Excel, SharePoint)
- Project Management Experience:
- Demonstrated ability to drive business outcomes with project execution
- Strong financial management and presentational skills
- Change Management: Prior experience in business transformation, process improvements, or similar initiatives
- Analytical Approach: Detail-oriented, with a structured problem-solving mindset
- ** deseirable**: Knowledge of Agile methodologies and/or vendor/partnership negotiations
Why Join Markel?
As a Fortune 500 company with a global footprint—60+ offices across 20+ countries—we combine scale with impact. Here’s what sets us apart for you:
- Supportive Culture: "We think further". Collaborate with optimists and problem-solvers committed to collective growth.
- Rewarding Opportunities: Competitive salary + performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 25+ days paid holiday (plus bank holidays) + flexibility
- Pension, private healthcare, dental, life assurance & travel insurance
- Career Growth: Dedicated training, mentorship, and skill development—we invest in your ambitions.
- Meaningful Work: Your projects create real-world value for customers, employees, and partners worldwide.
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Markel Values
Our culture is rooted in principles that shape how we thrive together: > We’re all about people > We win as a team > We strive for better > We celebrate the everyday > We look beyond tomorrow
Flexibility & Inclusion
We recognise the value of a diverse workforce—your unique perspective is welcome here. Markel offers:
- Flexible working arrangements for candidates with specific needs
- Recruitment accommodations for disabilities or accessibility requirements—contact us to discuss.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Markel is committed to diversity and inclusion—we do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. If you believe you align with the role’s demands, we’d love to hear from you.
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