JOB ADVERTISEMENT: PROJECT MANAGER

Location: London, Liverpool Street
Job Type: Contract
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in the office per week)
Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for delivering successful projects in the Financial Services Technology sector? Do you excel in managing complex initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring seamless project execution? If so, we would love to hear from you!

KEY SKILLS YOU’LL NEED

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Project, PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Strong presentation and communication skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and capacity to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to collaborate with global teams across different time zones.
• Detail-oriented with a structured approach to project delivery.
• A proactive mindset and ability to work independently.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a proactive and results-oriented Project Manager to oversee a variety of technology-driven projects. This role involves working closely with key business and IT stakeholders to ensure the smooth execution of projects, managing resources efficiently, and maintaining clear communication throughout the project lifecycle. You will be based in London, Liverpool Street, with a hybrid work model requiring three days per week in the office.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Leading and managing projects to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Acting as the central point of coordination between business units, technology teams, and external partners.
• Maintaining project documentation, including progress reports, risk logs, and financial tracking.
• Ensuring proper resource allocation and resolving project roadblocks.
• Managing scope changes and maintaining project governance.
• Supporting stakeholders during the user acceptance testing (UAT) phase.
• Facilitating the transition from project to business-as-usual operations.
• Providing clear and concise reports to senior management and the PMO.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives within project management practices.