Group Operations IT Project Manager

Company Description

At Coface, we make trade happen everyday.

Our 5,200 experts representing 80+ nationalities in 58 countries are united by a shared purpose: helping companies navigate through uncertainty by empowering them to make the right decisions and trade smarter in a complex world.

With nearly 80 years of global experience, we offer companies a full range of solutions: Trade Credit Insurance, Business Information, Debt Collection, Single Risk insurance, Surety Bonds, Factoring — all driven by a unique data patrimony, cutting-edge technology, innovation and a deep understanding of the global economy.

Joining Coface means being part of a close-knit international organization, where your ideas matter.  We foster a culture of learning, collaboration and inclusion where you are given responsibilities and can see the impact of your actions.

• Shape the future of trade with us. 
• Join our Happeners!

Job Description

As part of Coface’s digital transformation, we are looking for a Hybrid IT Project Manager to lead strategic projects at the intersection of business and technical teams. This role supports innovation, process optimization, and modernization of our information systems.

This is a fixed-term project with a duration of two years

Main Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end IT projects: scoping, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams: business, IT, security, data.
• Define and track performance indicators (KPIs), risks, and action plans.
• Lead project committees and governance bodies.
• Draft project deliverables (specifications, meeting minutes, test plans, etc.).
• Support users through change management and adoption of new tools.
• Ensure quality, timeliness, and budget compliance.

Qualifications

Technical and Functional Skills

• Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in IT project management within complex environments.
• Strong command of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Proficiency with project management tools: Jira, Confluence.
• Ability to understand business needs and communicate with technical stakeholders.
• Professional English required (written and spoken).

Education

Master’s degree in IT, engineering, project management, or equivalent.

Personal Qualities

• Leadership, rigor, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaborative mindset.
• Analytical and synthesis capabilities.
• Results-oriented and customer-focused.

Additional Assets

• PMP, Prince2, or Scrum Master certification.
• Experience in insurance, credit, or financial services.
• Knowledge of Java development and contract management tool.

Additional Information

We Offer You:

• Competitive remuneration
• Opportunity to build your career (both locally and internationally) in a large global company, one of the world leaders in its field
• Possibility to gain expertise in business information services, trade credit insurance, and finance
• Flexibility to work in a hybrid mode, blending remote and on-site work