Finance Project Manager

Alvarez & Marsal; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Alvarez & Marsal as a Project Manager to lead impactful projects within the Finance Team. You will design governance frameworks, manage timelines, and contribute to large-scale transformations, all while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and skill development, making a meaningful impact on the organization.

Benefits

Top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities

Meritocratic culture and rewards

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in consulting or project management.
• Experience with large-scale transformation programs.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement governance frameworks.
• Create master program timeline and manage workstreams.
• Develop project management standards.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or HR

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

Join our dynamic Finance Team, where you will have the opportunity to work on impactful projects, including our Rewards and Compensation Program. This team is dedicated to driving transformation and ensuring the successful implementation of our new ERP system. You will be part of a collaborative environment that values professional growth and offers the chance to make a significant impact within the organisation.

How You Will Contribute

As a Project Manager, you will be instrumental in designing and implementing governance frameworks, coordinating multiple workstreams, and ensuring effective communication across teams. Your role will involve:

• Designing and implementing the program governance structure, including decision-making frameworks and escalation protocols.
• Creating and managing the master program timeline with detailed tracking of all workstream activities.
• Developing and enforcing project management standards and methodologies across all workstreams.
• Producing high-quality executive-level presentations and documentation for steering committee and leadership reviews.
• Orchestrating cross-functional activities across all workstreams, including Staff Compensation, MD (Partner) Compensation, Enterprise Data Warehouse, and more.
• Creating and distributing comprehensive status reports for various stakeholder groups.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of consulting or professional services experience.
• Proven track record in project management similar roles.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
• Experience with large-scale transformation programs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Business, Finance, HR, etc.).

Preferred

• Experience with HR, compensation, or ERP implementation projects.
• PMP certification or equivalent.
• Experience with project management tools.
• Understanding of change management principles.
• MBA or relevant Master's degree.

Your Journey at A&M

We recognise that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritise your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Inclusive Diversity
A&M's entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.