Aj Fitzgibbon
About Aj Fitzgibbon
Aj Fitzgibbon is a Scrum Master with extensive experience in project management, primarily in the insurance and financial sectors in Sydney, Australia. He has held various roles at QBE Insurance and BT Financial Group, focusing on agile methodologies and team efficiency.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Aj Fitzgibbon has been working at QBE Insurance since 2019 as a Scrum Master. In this role, he facilitates team ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, showcases, and retrospectives. He has previously held positions at QBE as Stream Lead Casualty and Stream Lead IT Enabler, contributing to projects aimed at improving operational efficiency. Notably, he led the development of a Digital Express Lodgement project, which streamlined the claim lodgement process. His responsibilities included managing a project with a budget of $2.6 million to integrate multiple systems across products.
Previous Experience at Willis Towers Watson
Aj Fitzgibbon worked at Willis Towers Watson as a Project Manager from 2015 to 2017 for two years in Sydney, Australia. During this time, he managed various projects, focusing on delivering results within specified timelines and budgets. His role involved coordinating with different teams and stakeholders to ensure project objectives were met.
Education and Expertise
Aj Fitzgibbon has pursued extensive education in project management and agile methodologies. He studied at the University of Sydney, where he achieved Project Management Essentials in 2006. He further enhanced his skills at PM Partners, earning certifications in Project Management and Agile Project Delivery. In 2019, he completed a course at Scrum Alliance, achieving the Product Owner certification. Additionally, he became an ICAgile Certified Professional in Agile Coaching in 2020 through EPiC Agile Coaching.
Background in Financial Services
Aj Fitzgibbon has a significant background in the financial services sector, having worked at BT Financial Group from 2008 to 2014 in various project management roles. His positions included Project Co-ordinator and Project Manager, where he was responsible for managing projects that improved operational processes and customer experiences. His experience in this industry has contributed to his expertise in managing complex projects.
Project Management Skills
Aj Fitzgibbon has demonstrated a strong skill set in project management throughout his career. He has implemented JIRA boards and reporting systems to track project progress and manage defects, enhancing team efficiency. He focuses on team velocity by assisting in estimating and increasing velocity while promoting cross-skilling and upskilling within teams. His approach emphasizes continuous communication and transparency, ensuring effective documentation of project outputs.