The Role
The purpose of this position is to lead the creation, project management, testing, implementation and maintenance of ambitious change initiatives. This will include stakeholder management, engagement and collaboration across various Departments in the Organisation regarding resource utilisation and project delivery.
The Project Manager will be required to ensure that projects and initiatives are developed, documented, tested, and delivered professionally, to the highest quality, on time and on budget..
*This is a fixed-term 6-month position.
Position Accountabilities
- Application of and adherence to Auto & General’s Project Management framework and associated project management methodologies and techniques
- Support the business in clearly articulating, assessing and implementing business ideas related to: Operational Process Improvement, Innovation, Strategic Project Delivery and BAU activities
- The main project will be to support the uplift of Pricing governance and controls, exposure to GI Pricing teams would be beneficial
- Work closely with subject matter experts and/or business representatives to analyse and understand business needs, expectations and constraints, as well as translate, elaborate and document them as business requirements and business outcomes
- Actively engage with Technology and other business areas to ensure timely delivery of initiatives and projects
- Produce or provide input into documentation pertinent to the development lifecycle phase (idea, concept document, business case, proposed solution, etc.) according to agreed methodologies and standards
- Develop, communicate and implement comprehensive project plans that respond to all elements of delivery, including change management and contingencies and/or adjustments required to achieve the desired business outcomes/ meet the expectations of the business
- Assess risks and issues and develop plans aimed at effectively removing and/or managing them
- Assist in developing business plans, provide recommendations and assist in resource allocation, including early identification and reporting of capability and capacity issues or constraints to management
- Identify areas of ongoing development and improvement to the delivery and Project Management Framework
- Create change and communication plans
- Compile Post Implementation Reviews
- Take all reasonable directions from leaders to comply with the organisation’s workplace health & safety (WHS) protocols. WHS is everyone’s responsibility.
What experience you’ll bring
Essential:
- Demonstrated experience in the field of Project Management, including application of tools and techniques of PMP, Prince2 or similar methodologies
- Demonstrated experience in process improvement and/or system enhancement in Pricing area
- Demonstrated ability to organise and lead shared service project teams
- Demonstrated ability to analyse and map business processes as well as scope and refine business requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation to drive successful delivery of outcomes
- Demonstrated high level of organisational and prioritisation skills
- Excellent communication, consultation, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Demonstrated analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated with an ability to work autonomously
- A “can do”, team focused attitude
- Demonstrated time-management skills
- Capacity to understand complex business principles and concepts
- IT literacy and the ability to learn new systems
- Working knowledge of common application software, e.g. MS Google suite
- Well developed and demonstrated understanding of the legislative, regulatory and compliance obligations to operate in the FSR environment
Desirable:
- Financial Services/ Insurance experience, preferably in General Insurance
- Tertiary Qualifications in a business-related discipline
- Project Management certification (PMP, Prince2 or similar)
- Experience with Jira and Confluence
Our Perks
Location: Brisbane (Toowong)
Close to a variety of public transport and easy parking options, the Toowong office has excellent end of trip facilities (including secure bike storage and showers), outdoor spaces and plenty of modern collaborative areas to work and connect with colleagues. Conveniently based at Toowong Village tower with views of the mountains and the Brisbane River, our location is only 4 km from the city and provides access to retail, restaurants and other amenities.
The benefits of working at A&G
- Be rewarded - we recognise high performance and reward our people for their hard work through bonuses and other perks.
- Access to A&G’s employee reward and recognition platform, powered by Rewards Gateway - Enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:
- Personalised rewards and peer-to-peer recognition
- Exclusive discounts and savings across more than 600 top retailers
- A comprehensive recognition program that celebrates milestones and achievements—helping you feel valued every step of the way
- Work flexibility - with options to work from home two days per week.
- Options for leave - life happens, so we’ve got volunteer days, an additional paid ‘ME’ day, paid parental leave and the opportunity to purchase additional leave to cover all of the big stuff.
- Grow with us - we’ve got learning and professional development opportunities to suit everyone.
- Give back - our A&G Difference program gives you the power to change our community for the better through volunteering, fundraising and donation opportunities for causes that you’re passionate about.
- Take care of yourself - your wellbeing is important to us and our healthy mind and body hub, mental-health support and fitness discounts will help you be your best self.
- Celebrate the wins - we love sharing our successes and celebrating together - join us and you’ve got a ticket to our many on-site events throughout the year, family fun days and annual celebrations.
- Save money - as well as discounts on insurance products, we’ve teamed up with some incredible retailers, hospitality providers and others to bring you discounts on your purchases, no matter where you are in Australia.
About us
Auto & General (A&G) is the fastest-growing major Motor and Home insurer in Australia, providing insurance products and solutions to safeguard a brighter future for our customers and community.
Our range of general insurance products including Car, Motorcycle, Home, Contents Pet and Travel products are delivered through our multi-award-winning brand Budget Direct and partnerships with leading brands - ING, Qantas and Coles Insurance.
We’re excited about the future and we’re always on the lookout for talented, passionate individuals who can help us achieve our goal of being Australia’s best insurer! If this sounds like you, apply today.
Auto & General values individual differences and believes in fostering an inclusive culture that creates a great place to work for all.
*A note from Auto & General to recruitment agencies: We politely ask that you avoid making any approaches or sending any unsolicited resumes to our Recruitment Team or Hiring Leaders across our business. Auto & General is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.