Agile Project Manager / Scrum master (Digital Project)

Join a leading insurance provider in Hong Kong as an Agile Project Manager and Scrum Master. Drive digital transformation by managing strategic initiatives, aligning project scope, and fostering Agile teams. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, oversee resource planning, manage financials, and mitigate risks to ensure successful delivery. f

What you'll do:

• Document and align project scope with all relevant stakeholders to ensure clarity and shared understanding from initiation through completion.
• Develop detailed project plans including business cases, resource allocation strategies, and budgets for approval by sponsors or committees.
• Capture and communicate project risks effectively while establishing change management plans and mitigation strategies to support successful delivery.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams to achieve agreed deliverables within established timelines and cost estimations.
• Define comprehensive project charters with clear roles and responsibilities for both project teams and stakeholders to foster accountability.
• Maintain consistent communication with stakeholders regarding project progress, status updates, issues encountered, and requests for support or escalation when necessary.
• Manage all aspects of project financials including finance tracking, cost reforecasting, benefit realisation monitoring, and reporting.
• Oversee project closure activities by defining post-project tracking mechanisms to ensure benefits are realised throughout the entire period.
• Collaborate with IT delivery teams to optimise resource planning across local partners as well as on-shore and off-shore resources for balanced execution.
• Drive internal and external partners towards adopting Agile methodologies to enhance strategic initiative execution with agility and flexibility.

What you bring:

• University degree preferably in Business, Finance, Information Technology or related disciplines demonstrating foundational knowledge relevant to the role.
• 5+ years of proven experience managing or consulting on projects within complex environments such as financial services or insurance sectors.
• Broad understanding of financial services or insurance industry processes which enables effective stakeholder engagement and solution design.
• Excellent grasp of project management control procedures ensuring rigorous oversight throughout the project lifecycle.
• Strong skills in change management coupled with dispute resolution abilities that foster harmonious team dynamics even during challenging periods.
• Professional qualifications in Project Management (such as PMP or PRINCE2) as well as Agile certifications (such as Scrum Master) are highly desirable for this position.
• Fluency in English is required along with Mandarin language skills which facilitate communication across diverse teams.
• Demonstrated ability to drive collaborative efforts between internal staff members and external partners using Agile methodologies for enhanced results.
• Experience balancing resource planning between local partners as well as on-shore/off-shore teams for optimal delivery outcomes.
• Proven track record in benefit tracking, financial reforecasting, and post-project realisation monitoring within large-scale projects.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its dedication to employee wellbeing through generous annual leave entitlements and individual medical coverage designed to support your health throughout your tenure. The company fosters an inclusive culture where knowledge sharing is encouraged at every level—whether you're collaborating locally or engaging with international colleagues. Flexible working opportunities allow you to balance professional commitments with personal priorities while ongoing training programmes empower you to expand your skillset continuously. Supportive leadership is central here; managers are committed not only to achieving business objectives but also nurturing each team member's growth journey. As part of a respected player in the insurance sector known for its stability and forward-thinking approach, you'll find yourself surrounded by dependable colleagues who value cooperation above all else.

What's next:

If you're ready to take the next step in your career journey within a supportive environment that values collaboration and professional growth, this opportunity could be perfect for you!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided – don't miss out on joining a knowledgeable team dedicated to making a difference.