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