Project Manager – Insurance Transformation Melbourne | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Immediate Start

Project Manager - Melbourne | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Immediate Start
Advance Thinking is looking for an experienced mid-to-senior Project Manager to lead two important initiatives within a major Australian insurance environment.This is a highly visible role that brings together regulatory delivery, commercial outcomes, customer impacts, technology and broader insurance transformation.
You’ll work across multiple business and technology teams, with GM-level sponsorship and exposure to senior executives, making this a great opportunity for either an established Senior Project Manager or a high-performing mid-level PM ready to step into a broader leadership role.
The Opportunity:You’ll take ownership of two key initiatives:1. FY27 Rate ReviewLead the coordination and delivery of the annual Rate Review program responsible for implementing premium changes across Private Health Insurance (PHI) and Overseas Visitors Cover (OVC).
This is a significant regulatory, commercial and customer-focused program with a critical implementation date of 1 April.The program includes:Rate strategy, pricing and commercial assessmentRegulatory premium submissions and approvalsResponding to regulatory clarification requestsCustomer and product impact assessmentsTechnology and systems deliveryProduct and billing updatesCustomer communications and engagementOperational readinessImplementation and go-live coordination
Established technology teams will deliver many of the underlying system changes, but the Project Manager will be the linchpin across the different teams and workstreams, ensuring dependencies are understood, activities remain coordinated and the overall program stays on track.
2. Insurance Transformation StrategyYou’ll also support the development of the business case for a broader Insurance Transformation Strategy.This will involve working with senior leaders and stakeholders to help define the opportunity, understand business requirements and priorities, shape the case for change and establish a clear pathway forward.
What You’ll Be Doing:Establish and maintain clear project scope, plans, milestones and governanceLead delivery across multiple business and technology workstreamsCoordinate regulatory, commercial, product, technology, operational and customer activitiesIdentify and actively manage risks, issues, dependencies and critical-path activitiesDrive accountability and maintain momentum across delivery teamsFacilitate effective decision-making and escalate issues where requiredWork closely with senior business sponsors, General Managers and executivesProvide clear, concise and meaningful project reportingCoordinate operational readiness and implementation activitiesEnsure technology delivery remains aligned with broader business outcomesContribute to the development of the Insurance Transformation Strategy business caseBring structure and clarity to a complex, deadline-driven environment
What We’re Looking For:We’re looking for a mid-to-senior level Project Manager with strong delivery capability and the confidence to operate across complex stakeholder environments.Ideally, you’ll bring:Strong end-to-end Project Management experienceExperience delivering complex business, transformation or regulatory initiativesPrevious insurance industry experience is highly regardedPrivate Health Insurance experience would be advantageousExperience delivering regulatory, compliance or commercially driven programsStrong stakeholder management and influencing capabilityConfidence engaging with General Managers, Executives and senior sponsorsExperience coordinating multiple teams, workstreams and dependenciesStrong governance, planning, risk and issue management skillsExposure to technology-enabled transformation or technology deliveryExperience working within complex, matrixed organisationsExcellent written and verbal communication skills
A deep technical background isn't required. However, you should be comfortable working with technology teams and understanding how technology delivery connects to broader business and customer outcomes.
More Than a Job TitleYou may already be an established Senior Project Manager, or you may be a strong mid-level Project Manager ready to step into a larger and more visible role.
What will differentiate you is your ability to:Take ownership and demonstrate initiativeQuickly understand a complex environmentBring structure and clarity to deliveryBuild credibility with senior stakeholdersConnect teams and maintain accountabilityIdentify problems early and proactively drive solutionsCommunicate confidently at both delivery and executive levelRemain hands-on while maintaining sight of the bigger pictureWe’re particularly interested in people who demonstrate initiative, leadership, commercial awareness and a genuine drive to deliver outcomes.
The Details:Position: Project Manager – Insurance TransformationLevel: Mid–SeniorEmployment: 12-month Fixed-Term ContractPackage: Competitive remunerationLocation: MelbourneTarget Start: Immediate
Interested?If you’re a capable Project Manager looking for an opportunity to take ownership of high-profile initiatives within a complex insurance environment, we’d like to hear from you.This role offers exposure to senior leadership, regulatory and commercial delivery, technology-enabled change and the development of a broader insurance transformation strategy.
Apply now with your CV.Applications will be reviewed immediately, with shortlisted candidates progressing quickly through the recruitment process.