Finance Systems and Process Project Manager - 2-year Fixed Term in London

Energy Jobline ZR; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in the City Of London is seeking a skilled project delivery lead to manage finance system and process projects. The ideal candidate will have expertise in project planning, budgeting, and stakeholder management. This role promises a chance to contribute to meaningful change while working in a collaborative environment. Benefits include competitive pay and flexible health packages.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in leading complex finance projects end-to-end.
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively across diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage successful execution of defined finance system and process projects.
• Align project stakeholders and business owners with deliverables.
• Establish frameworks for project planning, governance, and risk management.

Skills

Project planning

Budgeting

Risk management

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Joining Arup

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

The Finance Business Services PMO supports a global change program across Finance Business Services and in turn supports the wider Global Finance strategy. This role is critical in working with the Group Head of Finance Programmes to deliver projects that support the Finance Business Services team in delivering global change programmes.

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled project delivery lead to manage the successful execution of defined finance system and process projects across our global finance community. You will be responsible for aligning project stakeholders and business owners with deliverables, timelines, and responsibilities, ensuring effective coordination across internal and external project resources and overseeing all dependencies that may impact outcomes.

You will establish and maintain structured frameworks for project planning, governance, quality reviews, and risk management, proactively monitoring progress, resolving issues, and escalating concerns to meet key milestones. Building strong working relationships with business process owners and other stakeholders will be central to your role, as will facilitating workshops, reviews and collaborative meetings to identify requirements and explore new, effective ways of working.

You will ensure accurate tracking and reporting of project performance against budgets within the established governance structure, while overseeing documentation such as Project Briefs, Execution Plans, and key logs and registers. This role includes leading post-project reviews, handovers to BAU teams, and capturing lessons learned to inform future initiatives. Proficiency in using project management tools – such as MS Project, risk and variance analysis, and scheduling methodologies – is essential for maintaining clarity and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

• Deliver complex finance projects end-to-end across global and dynamic environments
• Bring strong expertise in project planning, reporting, budgeting, and risk management
• Communicate and influence effectively across diverse stakeholders and governance groups
• Lead change initiatives, developing practical training and communication tools
• Apply sound judgement, solve problems independently, and tailor solutions based on experience
• Collaborate across functions with a strong customer focus and ability to manage teams

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What we offer you

At Arup we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. This includes competitive pay, a wide range of learning opportunities, benefits that support health and wellbeing, and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you will have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Value

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of expression, marital status, neurotype, mental health, faith or belief, socioeconomic background, or family leave status. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact [e-mail] to let us know if you need assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment/process/.

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Closing date: 31st October 2025. We may close the role earlier if we receive a large number of applications.

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