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Software Migrations Project Manager

South AfricaSouth Africa·Johannesburgmid
OperationsProject Manager
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Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, documentation, and execution of detailed project plans, ensuring all migrations are delivered within budget, deadlines, and technical specifications.

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OperationsProject Manager
Positioned within a global award-winning InsurTech leader, this role is critical for driving complex software upgrade projects that migrate established clients from legacy systems to a modern, API-first platform. This is an opportunity for a methodical leader to oversee the full project lifecycle within an agile, high-output environment that is revolutionising insurance efficiency across international markets. This is a hybrid opportunity (2 days in office and 3 days from home) to work Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm on a fixed term contract of 12 months and potentially longer. Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning, documentation, and execution of detailed project plans, ensuring all migrations are delivered within budget, deadlines, and technical specifications. Facilitate the project delivery process by leading backlog refinement sessions, sprint planning, demos, and retrospective meetings. Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams, third-party contractors, and consultants to ensure transparency and resolve day-to-day delivery challenges. Maintain a robust Risk Matrix and management toolkit, while overseeing the full Change Management process and ensuring all documentation meets audit requirements. Manage financial planning and forecasting, ensuring milestones are achieved to trigger accurate revenue recognition and timely invoicing. Foster continuous motivation and provide ongoing performance feedback to diverse project teams to ensure high-performance delivery. Requirements Relevant tertiary qualification accompanied by a formal Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, Prince2). 5–8 years of Project Management experience, specifically focused on the implementation or upgrade of software solutions. Proven experience working within Agile environments with a deep understanding of PMBOK, Prince2, or MS Solutions Frameworks. Previous experience within the Insurance or InsurTech sectors is highly advantageous. Proficiency in project management tools, specifically Jira and MS Project. Resilient, tenacious and adaptable. Highly professional and well presented. Deadline-driven with strong time management skills. Direct, hands-on approach getting your hands dirty. Benefits Standard office hours: 8am - 5pm hybrid working, two days in office. No extra benefits as this a fixed term contract

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Where is the job
Johannesburg, South Africa
On-site at the office

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Posted
May 21, 2026
First seen
May 21, 2026
Last seen
May 21, 2026

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rag-talentSoftware Migrations Project Manager