Our client is offering a unique opportunity for a Project Manager to join their Change Team on a limited-term contract for 12 months. This role, based in the Isle of Man, is primarily focused on leading and managing strategic and transformational projects that add substantial value to the business in an efficient manner. You will be responsible for overseeing project delivery while contributing to project roadmaps and breaking down activities into manageable components. Engaging with cross-functional teams, you will adapt various project methodologies tailored to the needs of different projects. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring timely delivery of project goals and stakeholder satisfaction.
JOB DUTIES:
- Own the delivery of projects, being accountable to senior executives for successful outcomes.
- Contribute to project roadmaps and effectively plan activities into their component parts.
- Develop user stories in line with agile project principles.
- Manage external suppliers, vendors, and partners to achieve project goals.
- Drive awareness of milestones and task execution, keeping senior management informed of potential blockers and delays.
- Adapt and implement different project methodologies based on project requirements.
- Undertake programme reporting and provide budgetary oversight.
- Organise and support agile sprints to enhance project delivery.
- Define project scope and develop comprehensive project roadmaps.
- Organise and lead project meetings, workshops, retrospectives, and implementation activities.
- Ensure regular and timely delivery of project value.
- Prepare and distribute progress reports to stakeholders.
- Identify and manage project risks and issues, correcting deviations from project plans.
- Perform delivery planning and manage stakeholder communications effectively.
- Collaborate with teams on project communication strategies.
- Mentor junior project managers and advocate for change across the organisation.
- Support the Sponsor in defining project scope, schedule, metrics, and priorities.
- Liaise with colleagues across the Group to ensure support matters are aligned.
- Help manage customer expectations and implement effective project governance and controls.
- Champion ongoing process improvement and best practices, ensuring quality of deliverables for approval and sign-off.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Previous experience within Banking, Investment, and General Ledger platforms is essential.
- Proven project management experience in data, system migrations, and upgrades is required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to build and maintain high levels of customer trust and confidence.
- Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate project progress at Board level.
- Participation in Digital Transformation programmes within the Banking and Investment industry is beneficial.
- Experience in Business Analysis or Systems Analysis roles is advantageous.
- A demonstrated track record of success in challenging assignments is crucial.
- Familiarity with tools like JIRA, Confluence, Microsoft Project, and Visio is required.
- A minimum of 5 years of project management experience is essential.
- Experience applying Agile methodologies is important.
- Proven ability to lead multi-functional project teams effectively.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE:
This role provides an exciting opportunity within a dynamic environment that fosters professional growth and development. Our client values collaboration, curiosity, and a positive impact, offering you a chance to be part of initiatives that drive meaningful change. You will benefit from a supportive working culture, along with competitive remuneration and opportunities for advancement in your career.
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