Senior Project Manager

Role Overview

• Lead end-to-end delivery of strategic transformation projects or large workstreams within enterprise programs.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and resource allocations, ensuring deliverables meet agreed timelines and objectives.
• Oversee the implementation of new processes, technology, and organisational restructuring, working closely with Program Directors.
• Drive stakeholder alignment by facilitating brainstorming sessions, workshops, and problem-solving discussions.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across functional teams to determine priorities, agree on solutions, and track progress.
• Influence key decision-makers and drive consensus on complex business challenges and solutions.
• Manage scope boundaries, assessing scope expansion impact and obtaining approvals where necessary.
• Champion standardisation and automation to enhance efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Utilize KPIs, dashboards, and project plans to assess project success and make data-driven adjustments as needed.
• Provide regular progress reports to Program Directors, Project Sponsors, and senior stakeholders.
• Conduct post-project reviews to document lessons learned and refine best practices for future transformation initiatives.
• Identify, quantify, and mitigate risks and issues affecting project delivery.
• Ensure clear goals, performance benchmarks, and contingency plans are in place.
• Coach, mentor, and motivate project team members, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.

Requirements

• 7+ years of relevant experience in project management, business transformation, or change management within financial services (funds industry preferred).
• Proven track record in delivering large-scale strategic projects using industry-standard methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Lean, etc.).
• Experience in financial management and reporting, ensuring budgets remain on track.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of project management frameworks, tools, and techniques.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and committed to continuous learning.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities