Project Manager
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has opened up in our PMO for an experienced Project Manager. The enterprise PMO has a portfolio of regulatory and strategic programmes and projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and track multiple projects, including defining required resource and budget for delivery, and communication of progress through regular reporting.
* Establish strong project governance and accelerate progress in delivering on strategic objectives.
* Identify and manage risks and issues to prevent or reduce impact on delivery within projects or through cross-project/programme risks.
* Engage with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation.
* Motivate, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
* Deliver projects to time/cost/scope/highest quality in line with project management methodology.
* Steer cross-functional teams, champion collaborative ways of working to meet deadlines.
* Manage the vision, think strategically, plan and organise, execute with velocity.
Requirements
We are looking for somebody who has the following background and skills:
* Excellent project management skills, with proven ability to clearly define goals and priorities, establish milestones, and deliver benefits.
* Previous experience managing IT and Data projects would be highly desirable.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Outcome-driven with a focus on benefits realisation.
* Proven ability to lead and embed change.
* Experienced and comfortable working across multiple projects within a programme management office.
* Demonstrated ability to identify and take ownership of problems, exercise sound judgment, and determine appropriate course of action, providing innovative solutions.
* Foster an inclusive culture and collaborative environment in project teams.
* Understanding of effective change management techniques and ability to lead change in organisations.
* Demonstrated coaching and influencing skills with an ability to motivate and bring people with you on the journey.
* Regulatory experience and proven knowledge of the financial services industry would be an advantage.
* Strong organisational skills, including the ability to multitask, and attention to detail.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
* A Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in finance, business, or related discipline.
* Minimum of five years of project management experience in a position requiring planning and coordination of multiple priorities and projects.
Salary
£60,000 - £80,000 per annum.