Project Manager, Business Operations, Global Product & Solutions Development Group at Allied World in New York City, New York

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a strong candidate with project management and leadership skills to join our Business Operations team.  The position requires strong management, interpersonal, and people leadership skills with an interest in utilization and introduction of new technology solutions.  The Project Manager evaluates business processes, determines risk, and provides guidance to Allied Worlds’ Underwriting team and external partners.  The Project Manager works with cross functional teams to provide clear and accurate directions from Legal, Compliance, Actuarial, IT, and Underwriting in product delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage new program/product implementation across multi- functional disciplines and external partners.

• Evaluate current business processes, anticipating requirements.  Uncovering areas for improvement and developing cross-functional solutions.


• Works with business leads & CUO team to recommend and finalize standardized operating procedures.


• Address Underwriting requirement issues, external party questions, or technological risks to mitigate impact to timeline.  Recognize and escalate issues that occur during project execution.


• Responsible for stakeholder accountability and project timeline.  Documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings.


• Report on project metrics including progress, resource utilization, risks and issues.


• Facilitate meetings and handle appointment-scheduling. Interfacing with all levels of internal resources within the organization including UW, IT, Actuarial, Legal & Compliance, Reinsurance, Finance and Claims and requiring the ability to communicate issues clearly and effectively.


• Coordinate with IT on IT-specific milestones as it relates to product implementation and maintenance.


• Coordinate product development activities internally with the business as well as external partners.


• Generate, update, maintain and distribute documents (i.e., project plans/schedules, procedure and process workflow documentation, training manuals, and meeting materials) to business stakeholders.


• Participate as needed to support Enterprise-wide initiatives


• Coordinate user acceptance testing and provide sign off.

• 2-4 years’ experience in project management.


• Bachelor’s degree required.


• Insurance experience preferred.


• Project Management certification preferred.


• Proven success working with all levels of the organization.


• Strong written & verbal communication skills.


• Excellent presentation and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently, hands-on self-driven, highly motivated, team-oriented with an entrepreneurial mindset.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.


• Previous database experience preferred.


• Strategic thinker with analytical skills.

ABOUT FAIRFAX 

Fairfax is a holding company which, through its subsidiaries, is engaged in property and casualty insurance and reinsurance and investment management.  

ABOUT ALLIED WORLD

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd, through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients, cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverages since 2001. We are a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, and we benefit from a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allow us to think and respond in non-traditional ways. Our capital base is strong, our solutions anticipate rather than react to changing trends, and our teams are focused on establishing long-term relationships that are mutually beneficial. Learn more about how we can help you manage your risk by visiting: Web: www.awac.com | Facebook: www.facebook.com/alliedworld | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/allied-world  
 
Our generous benefits package includes: Health and Dental Insurance, 401k plan, and Group Term Life Insurance.  Allied World Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion or belief, sex, age, genetic information, marital or civil partnership status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or their protected veteran or disability status.  Please visit www.awac.com for further information on Allied World.