Business Project Manager, Specialist | London, UK

Vanguard Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Business Project Manager, Specialist. This role involves managing projects, developing plans, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Project Management, with experience in the financial sector. This position offers a hybrid working model, promoting flexibility and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Project Management, ideally within Financial Services.
• Ability to develop and implement project plans.
• Proven experience in managing diverse stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manages project or workstreams within broader initiatives.
• Communicates project status regularly to stakeholders.
• Identifies and mitigates project risks.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Risk Management

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Job description

Business Project Manager, Specialist

Vanguard Group London, United Kingdom Apply now Posted 20 hours ago Permanent Competitive

Business Project Manager, Specialist

Vanguard Group London, United Kingdom Apply now

Provides project management services on a multi-year or major project, applying functional expertise to improve project results.

Core Responsibilities

1. Manages a project or workstreams within a broader project or program. Develops, implements, and monitors project plans. Contributes expertise to major project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks.

2. Provides insight on best practices and common obstacles based on prior experiences. Ensures strategies are aligned with the overall department strategy.

3. Communicates project status and issues regularly to stakeholders, including leaders, team members, and senior managers.

4. Builds and maintains effective relationships. Proactively fosters communication between internal and external project stakeholders. Influences key decisions across stakeholder groups.

5. Proactively identifies, manages, and mitigates risks and any related project issues. Communicates solutions on key issues or projects to management and stakeholders to obtain their input and buy-in as appropriate.

6. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Project Management, ideally within Financial Services or function-specific experience preferred.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

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