Principal Specialist

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Guangzhou, Guangdong, CHN
In-Office
Senior level
Insurance • Financial Services
The Role
Deliver small IT projects (≤6 months) or support large projects (>12 months). Create and execute project plans, assign resources, manage scope, enforce methodologies and QA, review deliverables, track/report status, hours and expenses, analyze profitability and budget, mitigate risk, maintain documentation, and liaise with remote stakeholders to meet timelines and business objectives.
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Are you ready to shape a better tomorrow?

AIA Digital+ is a Technology, Digital and Analytics innovation hub dedicated to powering AIA to be more efficient, connected and innovative as it fulfils its Purpose to help millions of people across Asia-Pacific live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you are hungry and driven to play an active role in shaping a better tomorrow, we want to hear from you. Because the work we do at AIA Digital+ makes a difference in the lives of millions of people, every day. We will equip you with the critical skills, tools and technology, and endless opportunities to learn, contribute and thrive in a dynamic and exciting environment.

If you want to shape a brighter future at AIA Digital+, please read on.

About the Role

Job Description Summary:
Be responsible for delivering small scale IT projects that span up to 6 months or assisting to deliver large scale IT projects that span over 12 months, trace and report progress, and ensure the quality of deliverables of project on time, within budget and meeting business objectives.

Job Description:

  • Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
  • Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities
  • Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a small scale project and scope
  • Review deliverables prepared by team before passing to client
  • Effectively apply suitable methodology and enforce project standards
  • Prepare for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures
  • Minimize the exposure and risk on project
  • Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately
  • Track and report team hours and expenses on an aligned basis
  • Analyze project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization to better manage project budget
  • Understand the pricing model and billing procedures
  • Contribute to identify business development

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education & Experience

  • University degree or above in IT or related disciplines
  • Minimum 6 years IT working experience, at least 3 years in project Management

Knowledge & Skill

  • Knowledge of SDLC and relevant methodology, e.g. waterfall, scrum, CMMi etc
  • Advanced features of PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Project
  • Ability to work remotely with customers at different locations including tracking and reporting status, as well as prioritizing and liaising with users in virtual environment
  • Able to document, and articulate project status via various means of presentation, and articulate with clarify to customers in business English
  • Good command of English both in oral and written
  • Effective communication skill
  • Good presentation skill
  • Project management skill

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live healthier, longer, better lives.

You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.

Skills Required

  • University degree or above in IT or related disciplines
  • Minimum 6 years IT working experience, at least 3 years in project management
  • Knowledge of SDLC and relevant methodology (Waterfall, Scrum, CMMi)
  • Advanced features of PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Project
  • Ability to work remotely with customers at different locations, track/report status and liaise virtually
  • Ability to document and articulate project status via presentations and communications in business English
  • Good command of English both in oral and written
  • Effective communication and good presentation skills
  • Project management skill (planning, resourcing, risk management, budgeting)
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The Company
25,938 Employees
Year Founded: 1919

What We Do

AIA Group Limited is a multinational insurance and financial services corporation headquartered in Hong Kong, providing life insurance, savings, and health protection products across the Asia-Pacific region.

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