Global Finance Operations Project Manager
Competitive
12 month Fixed Term Contract
London - 3 days required in the office

Our client, Aspen Insurance, is seeking a Global Finance Operations Project Manager to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a global function that aims to standardise, enhance and simplify key processes within finance using process excellence. The successful candidate will have the chance to work closely with the Chief Financial Officer and Global Process Owners, leading and managing the overall Global Finance Operations programme. This role is not just about managing projects; it’s about driving change, enhancing processes and ensuring smooth transitions.

• Opportunity to lead and manage a global finance operations programme
• Work closely with senior management and global process owners
• Drive change and enhance processes within a leading insurance company

What you’ll do:

As a Global Finance Operations Project Manager at Aspen Insurance, you will play a pivotal role in transforming the finance function. You will lead the overall Global Finance Operations programme, working closely with the CFO and Global Process Owners. Your role will involve identifying opportunities for process improvements, preparing detailed project status reports, and owning the communication workstream for the programme. You will ensure all change initiatives are delivered on time and within budget while contributing to functional strategy development. Your ability to manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects will be crucial in this role.

• Lead and manage the overall Global Finance Operations programme
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within Global Finance Operations
• Prepare and present project status reports, updates, and performance metrics to senior management
• Own the communication workstream for the programme
• Ensure all change initiatives are delivered to timeframe and budget
• Contribute to functional strategy development and prioritise operational deliverables
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of project(s)

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Global Finance Operations Project Manager role brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the general insurance industry. You possess proficiency in project management and business analysis techniques, coupled with experience in process improvement methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma. Your background in project and change management from a finance perspective sets you apart. Your ability to manage matrix teams effectively, along with your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, makes you an ideal fit for this role.

• Strong knowledge of the general insurance industry
• P&C Insurance experience would be beneficial
• Proficiency in project management and business analysis techniques
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma
• Proven experience in project and change management from a finance perspective
• Ability to manage matrix teams effectively
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

What sets this company apart:
Aspen Insurance is a leading global insurance provider known for its commitment to excellence and innovation. They offer an inclusive work environment where every employee is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities to grow professionally. Their focus on continuous learning and development ensures that their employees are always at the forefront of industry trends. Working at Aspen Insurance means being part of a supportive team that values your contributions and helps you reach your full potential.
What’s next:
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Our client, Aspen Insurance, is seeking a Global Finance Operations Project Manager to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a global function that aims to standardise, enhance and simplify key processes within finance using process excellence. The successful candidate will have the chance to work closely with the Chief Financial Officer and Global Process Owners, leading and managing the overall Global Finance Operations programme. This role is not just about managing projects; it’s about driving change, enhancing processes and ensuring smooth transitions.

• Opportunity to lead and manage a global finance operations programme
• Work closely with senior management and global process owners
• Drive change and enhance processes within a leading insurance compan

As a Global Finance Operations Project Manager at Aspen Insurance, you will play a pivotal role in transforming the finance function. You will lead the overall Global Finance Operations programme, working closely with the CFO and Global Process Owners. Your role will involve identifying opportunities for process improvements, preparing detailed project status reports, and owning the communication workstream for the programme. You will ensure all change initiatives are delivered on time and within budget while contributing to functional strategy development. Your ability to manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects will be crucial in this role.

• Lead and manage the overall Global Finance Operations programme
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within Global Finance Operations
• Prepare and present project status reports, updates, and performance metrics to senior management
• Own the communication workstream for the programme
• Ensure all change initiatives are delivered to timeframe and budget
• Contribute to functional strategy development and prioritise operational deliverables
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of project(s

The ideal candidate for the Global Finance Operations Project Manager role brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the general insurance industry. You possess proficiency in project management and business analysis techniques, coupled with experience in process improvement methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma. Your background in project and change management from a finance perspective sets you apart. Your ability to manage matrix teams effectively, along with your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, makes you an ideal fit for this role.

• Strong knowledge of the general insurance industry
• P&C Insurance experience would be beneficial
• Proficiency in project management and business analysis techniques
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma
• Proven experience in project and change management from a finance perspective
• Ability to manage matrix teams effectively
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skill