FTI Project Manager

Franklin Templeton; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm is looking for an experienced project manager to oversee projects from planning to execution in City of Westminster, UK. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and expertise in Transfer Agency with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and a client service mindset are essential. This position offers an inclusive culture with diverse benefits to support employee well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Tools and resources for professional growth

Diverse and inclusive work culture

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in Transfer Agency and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with regulatory and industry standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from planning to execution within scope and budget.
• Apply delivery frameworks and tools to overcome project challenges.
• Define controls to manage risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Allocate resources aligned with strategic priorities.
• Create clear, timely communications for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business partners to deliver incremental value.
• Lead incident response across internal and external teams.
• Resolve conflicts and maintain project momentum.
• Maintain detailed implementation plans.
• Manage vendor relationships effectively.

Skills

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement

Client service mindset

Adaptability and resilience

Effective leadership in complex environments

Collaborative across cultures and time zones

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PMI certification

CBAP certification

IIBA certification

Disciplined Agile certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• You will manage projects from planning to execution within scope and budget.
• You will apply delivery frameworks and tools to overcome project challenges.
• You will define controls to manage risks, issues, and dependencies.
• You will allocate resources aligned with strategic priorities.
• You will create clear, timely communications for stakeholders.
• You will collaborate with business partners to deliver incremental value.
• You will lead incident response across internal and external teams.
• You will resolve conflicts and maintain project momentum.
• You will maintain detailed implementation plans.
• You will manage vendor relationships effectively.
• You will foster a client-focused approach.
• You will apply project planning expertise.
• You will work across time zones and cultures.

Culture & Benefits

Building teams with diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences has always been important to us. Cultivating an inclusive culture where employees feel safe to share their voices is not only beneficial for our people, but also drives innovation and enables us to deliver better client outcomes. So, no matter your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We will provide you with tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help you excel in your career and personal life.

Hear more from our employees. We want our employees to be at their best. By joining us, you will connect with a culture that focuses on employee well‑being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well‑being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for staying physically and mentally healthy, saving for life's adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have you covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, we welcome applicants with flexible working arrangements in their current roles or those seeking a flexible working pattern. We encourage you to communicate any preferences for flexible working so that we can consider this during our hiring process. Additionally, returners - individuals who have taken a break from work - are also encouraged to explore our job opportunities. As a registered UK Disability Confident Committed Employer, we encourage you to disclose if you consider yourself to have a disability as part of your application. This information enables us to provide the necessary support and leverage your unique talents effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in Transfer Agency and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Familiarity with regulatory and industry standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced settings.
• Preferred certifications: PMI, CBAP, IIBA, Disciplined Agile.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Client service mindset.
• Adaptability and resilience.
• Effective leadership in complex environments.
• Collaborative across cultures and time zones.

About Our Digital Assets Technology Team

At Franklin Templeton, we're advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that's both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.

Franklin Templeton's Digital Assets Technology team builds blockchain‑based solutions to tokenize mutual fund shares for global, real‑time trading. The team supports platforms for retail and institutional investors, as well as internal tools for customer support. With a focus on innovation and international expansion, the team offers a dynamic environment where collaboration and cutting‑edge technology drive meaningful impact.

Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!