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Job Title- Project Manager (Non IT)

Position type- Full Time

Work Location- Bangalore, Noida, Gurgaon

Working style- Hybrid

Cab Facility- Yes

Shift Time – 7.30AM- 4.30 PM

People Manager role: No

Required education and certifications critical for the role - Bachelor's or Master's degree,

(Project management certification desirable, but not essential)

Required years of experience –

15-20 years’ experience in relevant field

AON IS IN THE BUSINESS OF BETTER DECISIONS

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are committed to our purpose as one firm, united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Provide day-to-day management of the project team, ensuring proper governance controls and reporting mechanisms are in place.
• Delivery of formal updates to senior stakeholders with a focus on risk management and decision support.
• Translate technical information into clear business language to support decision-making by senior leaders.
• Facilitate effective communication across diverse teams, helping to manage expectations and ensure mutual understanding.
• Develop the business case, create detailed project plans, and manage risks and issues as they arise.
• Ensure the successful delivery of the project by clearly defining and achieving objectives within the agreed time, cost, and quality constraints.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure the agreed project outputs are delivered, enabling the realisation of benefits.
• Act as a credible partner to the business, ensuring alignment with the overall strategic objectives of the organisation.
• Contribute as an effective teammate, promoting a success-oriented and accountable culture.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Project Manager who excels at bridging the gap between technical teams and business leadership. While this role does not require deep technical expertise, it requires the ability to understand key technical concepts, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, and communicate complex ideas in a clear, concise, and business-friendly manner.

The Project Manager (PM) will be responsible for delivering initiatives that are crucial to Aon Business Services across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including other Project Managers, the Project Leadership Team, Change Managers, Business Analysts, Architects, Product/Service Owners, other technology specialists, and Business stakeholders.

Skills and experience that will lead to success.

• Bachelor's degree in operations, information technology, project management, business, or related fields.
• At least 7+ years of Project Management experience in Insurance or Financial Services / Banking Industry.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of change management in driving adoption and ensuring smooth transitions during project delivery.
• Have a high degree of comfort working with ambiguity and demonstrate resilience. Be able to drive critical decisions and consistently deliver results.
• Superior stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and negotiate, build relationships, and manage expectations.
• Persuasive & clear communication skills, working collaboratively and proactively with stakeholders and colleagues.
• Excellent analytical, strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and active listening skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to multi-task, prioritise, be results orientated and take accountability for results.
• Strong planning, organising, time management and decision-making skills.
• Be a team player who is goal orientated, committed, and an advocate and early adopter of change.
• Ability to work independently and in teams which are diverse, inclusive, collaborative and across geographies.

HOW WE SUPPORT OUR COLLEAGUES

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workforce. At Aon, we believe a diverse workforce is an innovative workforce. Our agile, inclusive environment allows colleagues to manage their wellbeing and work/life balance while empowering you to be your authentic self.

Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging them to take time to focus on themselves. We offer a variety of workstyle options through our Smart Working model, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work. and we are all for it!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips colleagues to learn, share and grow, helping them achieve their fullest potential. As a result, Aon colleagues are more connected, more relevant and more valued.

COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

“Aon is dedicated to integrating sustainability into our core business practices. We strive to minimize our environmental impact through innovative solutions and responsible stewardship, ensuring a sustainable future for our clients and communities.”

#LI-SN1

Be part of a team that’s building smarter, simpler financial services from the ground up. As Project Manager, you’ll sit at the core of strategic change, leading high-impact initiatives, aligning teams, and making sure delivery stays on track and on time.

This role is built for someone with a solid foundation in project delivery (5 to 6 years of experience) and at least one year operating within a banking environment. You’ll need to be confident juggling priorities, reporting to senior leadership, and working with diverse teams across a regulated setting.

The Role:

You’ll lead the planning and execution of major strategic and operational projects. From setting up governance structures and tracking KPIs to managing budgets and coordinating stakeholder meetings, this role is about bringing structure, pace, and accountability to business-critical initiatives.

You'll be hands-on in day-to-day delivery and act as a key point of contact across internal teams and external vendors. The role also requires strong reporting, documentation, and follow-up skills to support leadership in making informed decisions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing the full lifecycle of multiple projects, from planning to closure.
• Supporting executive-level governance with reporting, insight, and structured delivery updates.
• Leading detailed delivery planning across timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource forecasting.
• Maintaining and updating RAID logs, issue registers, and decision/action trackers.
• Coordinating and documenting key meetings and stakeholder sessions.
• Tracking financials and preparing cost-benefit analyses to support business cases.
• Ensuring cross-programme dependencies are mapped and managed effectively.
• Supporting consistent project control, governance, and delivery frameworks.
• Capturing lessons learned and embedding continuous improvement into the delivery process.
• Acting as the go-to person for project queries, calendar management, and resource scheduling.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• 5 to 6 years of hands-on project management experience across digital or operational programmes.
• A minimum of 1 year in a banking institution or regulated financial services environment.
• Experience managing cross-functional stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• Proven ability to plan, execute, and close complex projects across multiple teams.
• Strong command of Agile, PMI, or similar project delivery methodologies.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Detail-oriented, with strong follow-up, time management, and documentation skills.
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal, across all levels of the business.
• Comfortable operating with autonomy and managing competing priorities.
• Bonus: experience supporting digital transformation or regionally distributed delivery.

What’s in It for You:

• A high-impact delivery role in a scaling financial business.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic programmes.
• A collaborative culture with room to shape how things get done.
• Based in Bahrain with regional scope.

Next Steps:

If this sounds like the kind of challenge you’re ready for, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

1. Own overall project communication and coordination
2. Drive discussion when conflicts arise and work with the team on alternatives or different approaches
3. Help with resource planning and allocation
4. Develop project plans for key projects using appropriate planning techniques that track the progress of critical business objectives
5. Work with Product team members to keep improving software development processes to create high-quality features efficiently
6. Review business, functional and technical requirements for completeness and identify gaps as needed
7. Recommend and implement process changes as necessary
8. Evaluate and assess each project's results
9. Provide a gap analysis based on current practice, process, and systems
10. Provide a plan to deliver agreed changes
11. Create long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines
12. Serve as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy
13. Communicate with executives or the board to keep the project aligned with their goals
14. Perform quality control on the project throughout development to maintain the standards expected
15. Adjust schedules and targets on the project as needs or financing for the project change

1. The resource has at least 5 years of experience in managing projects in the IT field.
2. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
3. IT-related bachelor’s degree – Masters is a merit.
4. The resource possesses technical writing skills to create project plans, perform gap analysis and quality control, adjust schedules and project milestones.

Interested candidates may send in their CVs to

• Plan, execute, and close projects according to scope, budget, and timeline.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, risk management, and communication strategies.
• Manage project teams, providing guidance, motivation, and performance feedback.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure effective communication among project team members, stakeholders, and clients.
• Manage project budgets, track expenses, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Conduct project post-mortems and create lessons learned reports to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Ensure all projects adhere to company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Facilitate the procurement of necessary materials and resources for project activities.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree or PMP certification is a significant advantage.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in project management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project, Asana, or Jira.
• Strong risk management and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage stakeholder expectations and foster positive relationships.
• Experience in budgeting and financial management.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Adaptability and ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

• Plan, execute, and close projects according to defined scope, budget, and timelines.
• Develop detailed project plans, including task breakdown, resource allocation, and scheduling.
• Manage project teams, providing leadership and direction.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues.
• Communicate project status, updates, and critical information to stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets and track expenditures.
• Ensure quality control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct project post-mortems and identify lessons learned.

• Bachelor's degree in Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of proven project management experience.
• PMP or similar project management certification preferred.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana).
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent risk management and problem-solving abilities.

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Manage project budgets and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Coordinate and manage project teams, ensuring clear communication and task delegation.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions as needed to stay on track.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular project updates.
• Ensure the quality of project deliverables.
• Oversee the procurement of necessary resources and manage vendor relationships.
• Conduct project post-mortems and identify lessons learned for future projects.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to senior management.
• Foster a collaborative and productive project environment.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and best practices.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Engineering, or Technology. PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management.
• Proven success in managing complex projects from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana).
• Strong risk management and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Budget management and financial forecasting skills.

• Plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Acquire resources and coordinate the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Manage project changes, risks, and issues proactively.
• Ensure quality assurance and adherence to project standards.
• Communicate project progress, milestones, and challenges to all stakeholders.
• Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of projects.
• Conduct project post-mortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
• Meet with project stakeholders to identify and define project scope, clarify specific deliverables, functions, and task requirements.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager, with a strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira).
• Strong understanding of budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; PMP or similar certification is a plus.
• Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and motivate others.