EMPLOYMENT

Challenger Limited is an ASX-listed investment management firm managing $123.9 billion in assets (as at 30 June 2025). Life with us is fast moving and always exciting. Together we’re driving to deliver our vision to provide our customers with financial security for a better retirement. We achieve this goal by providing a work environment where people from diverse backgrounds, with a range of skills and experiences can contribute and succeed. Project Manager – 6-month Contract Help operationalise a global reinsurance initiative at Challenger Lead the transition from regulatory submission to operational readiness Contribute to a high-impact project shaping Challenger’s international growth Hybrid working: 3 days in our Sydney CBD office, 2 days from home Contract runs from mid- January to June 2026, with a handover in December About the role Challenger is entering the next phase of a strategic global initiative, following the submission of a key regulatory licence application. We’re looking for a Project Manager to help bring this project to life — embedding processes, coordinating delivery, and supporting a smooth transition into business-as-usual operations. You’ll play a central role in operationalising the project, working across teams to ensure readiness, structure, and momentum. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys turning strategy into action and thrives in collaborative, outcome-focused environments. What you’ll be doing Delivering operational outcomes : Support onboarding, process design, and handover planning Refining project plans : Build out milestones and dependencies for the operational phase Engaging stakeholders : Collaborate with internal teams and governance forums to align priorities Managing risks and issues : Identify blockers and drive decisions to keep things moving Supporting change : Help coordinate communications and ensure smooth transitions Working with vendors : Manage external resources and align them with internal delivery timelines What you’ll bring 5 years’ experience in project management, within financial services Experience delivering operational outcomes in regulated or complex environments Strong stakeholder engagement and governance skills Familiarity with project tools such as JIRA and Confluence Ability to work across both technical and business-focused workstreams Bonus points if you have Experience with regulatory capital projects (e.g. APRA) Knowledge of life insurance liabilities, annuities, or reinsurance Exposure to integrating business operations or asset management platforms Who you are A clear communicator who builds strong relationships Structured, outcome-driven, and comfortable with ambiguity A natural problem solver who enjoys making things work Why Challenger? At Challenger, you’ll be part of a leading organisation at the forefront of retirement income innovation. Hybrid work arrangements, flexibility, and a strong focus on professional growth are all part of our culture. LI-KM1 LI-Challenger LI-Hybrid Challenger's employee value proposition guides how we work: Grow and realise your potential, supporting each other, stronger together and making things happen. Our culture encourages curiosity, considered thinking and meaningful contribution, with opportunities to build a broad and rewarding career. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where people of all backgrounds, identities and ways of thinking can thrive, and promoting flexible working to support work-life balance. Challenger is proud to be a Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, a Family Friendly Workplace and recognised as a Bronze Employer in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), the national benchmark for LGBTQ workplace inclusion. Job type: Max Term (Fixed Term) Posting Close Date : 22/11/2025