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IT Project Manager - New Product Launch
役職：
IT Project Manager - New Product Launch
雇用形態:
Permanent
給与:
勤務時間:
English Level - Advanced (TOEIC 860), Japanese Level - Advanced (JLPT Level 1)
職務内容
A Global Insurance firm is looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to lead strategic new product implementation initiatives that directly support business growth and innovation.
In this role, you will play a critical part in bringing new life insurance products to market, partnering closely with Product Development, Business, Operations, Actuarial, Compliance, and Technology teams. You will lead complex cross-functional projects from product design through implementation, testing, and launch, ensuring successful delivery while meeting business objectives, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end project delivery for new life insurance product development and implementation initiatives.
- Partner closely with Product Development teams and business stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and design through launch and post-implementation support.
- Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful execution.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams across Business, Product, Operations, Compliance, Actuarial, and Technology functions.
- Drive requirements gathering, solution design reviews, system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), and production deployment activities.
- Ensure alignment between business objectives, regulatory requirements, and technology delivery plans.
- Work closely with internal teams and external vendors to deliver projects within agreed timelines and quality standards.
- Prepare executive-level project reporting, steering committee materials, and management updates.
- Identify and proactively manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of project governance, delivery processes, and stakeholder engagement practices.
Required Skills:
- Proven experience as an IT Project Manager leading life insurance product development or new product implementation projects, with a strong understanding of the end-to-end product lifecycle from design through launch.
- Strong project management experience managing scope, schedule, budget, risks, vendors, and stakeholders across Product Development, Business, Operations, Compliance, Actuarial, and Technology teams.
- Knowledge of insurance systems and project delivery, including policy administration platforms, SIT/UAT, production deployment, regulatory compliance, and Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies. PMP or PRINCE2 certification is a plus.
Why should you apply:
- Drive new product launches
- Work with senior stakeholders
- Grow in a global environment
Company details:
This firm is a leading global financial services organization serving millions of customers across more than 20 countries and territories. The company is recognized as one of the insurance industry's leaders in Artificial Intelligence adoption, consistently investing in Generative AI, Machine Learning, and enterprise digital transformation initiatives. Its AI organization works closely with regional and global teams to develop innovative, production-ready AI solutions that enhance customer experience, improve business operations, and accelerate innovation across the enterprise.
The company offers a collaborative international environment, strong investment in employee development, flexible working arrangements, and long-term career growth opportunities while fostering a culture of innovation, responsible AI, and continuous learning.
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00–17:00
Working Style: Hybrid (2 days remote work per week)
Work Location: Tokyo
Holidays: Weekends, national holidays, year-end holidays, paid leave, and additional special leave.
Benefits: Comprehensive social insurance, retirement plan, professional training programs, language learning support, childcare and family care programs, wellness benefits, and other employee support initiatives.
