Financial Crime Change Project Manager

Adecco; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent employment consultancy is seeking a Financial Crime Change Project Manager in London. This position requires managing complex projects to enhance regulatory compliance in the financial services sector. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, effective communication, and a background in project management. The contract is full-time and for 6 months, with potential for extension.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Exposure to complex projects

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the financial services sector or understanding of the regulatory framework.
• Experience with financial crime transformation projects is desirable.
• Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and an inquisitive mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and report on assigned tasks within project timelines.
• Lead smaller-scale projects independently or under light supervision.
• Collaborate with business end users and project leads to maintain documentation and track progress.
• Identify and recommend process improvements and controls based on analytical insights.
• Actively participate in the implementation of approved changes and contribute innovative solutions.
• Ensure effective communication within project teams and facilitate SteerCo meetings.

Skills

Payments and monitoring fraud transactions expertise

Project and change management proficiency

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Effective team collaboration and documentation/reporting skills

Ability to work independently while contributing to a broader team effort

Education

Industry-recognised Project Management qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Financial Crime Change Project Manager

Location: London
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Contract Length: 6 months (Highly likely to be extended)
Working Pattern: Full Time

About Us

Our client, a leading organisation in the financial services sector, is seeking a Financial Crime Change Project Manager to join their Change Management Group (CMG). This role is crucial in delivering complex projects that align with regulatory standards and enhance operational efficiencies.

Role Overview

As the Financial Crime Change Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing specific project aspects and reporting to the Project/Programme Manager. You will lead workstreams, contribute to multi-disciplinary teams, and ensure timely delivery of project tasks. Your ability to communicate clearly across teams will be vital in addressing queries, managing risks, and driving project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and report on assigned tasks within project timelines.
• Lead smaller-scale projects independently or under light supervision.
• Collaborate with business end users and project leads to maintain documentation and track progress.
• Identify and recommend process improvements and controls based on analytical insights.
• Actively participate in the implementation of approved changes and contribute innovative solutions.
• Ensure effective communication within project teams and facilitate SteerCo meetings.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in the financial services sector or understanding of the regulatory framework.
• Experience with financial crime transformation projects is desirable.
• Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and an inquisitive mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Industry-recognised Project Management qualification is preferred but not essential.

Skills Required

• Payments and monitoring fraud transactions expertise.
• Project and change management proficiency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective team collaboration and documentation/reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a broader team effort.

What We Offer

An opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values your contributions. Exposure to complex projects with significant impact on the organisation. A collaborative work culture focused on achieving strategic objectives.

Join our client in their mission to transform financial crime management practices within the organisation. If you are passionate about project management and have a keen interest in the financial services sector, we encourage you to apply.

Equal Opportunity

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

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