Luke Franklin
About Luke Franklin
Luke Franklin is a Senior Project Manager at QBE Insurance, with over 15 years of experience in agile project management. He has held various roles in notable companies, including Suncorp Group and Allianz Australia Limited, focusing on stakeholder relationship management and the implementation of agile methodologies.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Luke Franklin serves as a Senior Project Manager at QBE Insurance, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on operationalizing new commercial arrangements with the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure a smooth transition of vendor partnerships. He has implemented a strategic shift to agile methodologies across all domains, enhancing project delivery and efficiency.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Luke Franklin has over 15 years of experience in agile project management, holding various roles in notable organizations. He worked at Suncorp Group as a Senior Information Technology Project Manager from 2019 to 2020 and previously as a Senior Project Manager from 2017 to 2018. His experience also includes positions at Allianz Australia Limited as a Scrum Master and at Avant Mutual Group Limited as a Business Transformation Manager.
Background in Business Analysis
Luke has a strong background in business analysis, having worked as a Senior Business Analyst at Tokio Marine Kiln from 2009 to 2011 and as a Business Analyst at Talbot Underwriting Ltd from 2006 to 2008. He also held the position of Lead Business Analyst at TAL Life from 2012 to 2013. His roles have often involved stakeholder relationship management, including interactions with external regulators and vendors.
Education and Qualifications
Luke Franklin studied at the University of Newcastle, where he achieved a Bachelor of Business (B Bus) degree in International Business & Management from 2001 to 2005. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in business principles, which he has applied throughout his career in project and business management.
Key Achievements in Project Management
In his career, Luke has led significant initiatives, including the transition to a new global vendor partnership in the Auspac region as part of a global technology operating model transformation program. His focus on implementing agile methodologies has contributed to improved project outcomes and stakeholder engagement.