Technical Project Manager

Technical Project ManagerContract to 31st December 2025 InitiallyFully Remote£534 Inside IR35Financial Services - PEGA modernisation project

Our financial services client is offering a contract initially to the end of 2025, were looking for a Technical Project Manager with solid experience working on migration projects or where possible experience on PEGA modernisation projects as our client is undergoing a Pega Modernisation Programme – apps migration to Pega Cloud, candidates who have experience in the financial sector are well suited to this type of project.

Duties

• Lead and Manage Projects: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of innovative technology projects from inception to completion.
• Strategic Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Technical project Management: Work with various tech teams to arrive and track the plans, collaborate with technical stakeholders like security, external partners etc
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and business units, to ensure project alignment with strategic goals.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure successful project delivery.
• Budget Oversight: Manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with financial objectives.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all project deliverables meet high-quality standards and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Project Reporting: Provide regular project status updates to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting progress, challenges, and achievements.

Skills

• Project Management Expertise: Proven experience in managing technology projects within the banking or financial services sector.
• Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional teams.
• Excellent Communication: Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and align project objectives with broader business goals.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Risk Management: Demonstrated experience in identifying and managing project risks.
• Financial Acumen: Experience in budget management and financial planning.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Customer-Centric Approach: A focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences through innovative technology solutions.
• Change Management: Experience in leading change management initiatives within a technology context.

If the above details sound of interest, PLEASE APPLY NOW to be considered for this Contract. Candidates who are available now or at short notice will be preferred but this is not essential.

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