Function Lead Project Manager for Client Services

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech recruitment consultancy is seeking a seasoned Lead Project Manager to manage complex digital banking technology projects in London. This hybrid role requires over 10 years of experience in programme management within banking, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a proven track record in governance and budget control. Join a renowned global bank known for investing in leadership and offering professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of full lifecycle project management in banking environments.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Deep understanding of digital banking solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver transformational banking technology across EMEA.
• Drive engagement with IT and business executives.
• Ensure compliance and effective risk management.

Skills

Programme management

Stakeholder engagement

Governance

Budget control

Job description

Overview

Lead Project Manager — Banking Technology / Client Services

London Hybrid Excellent + benefits

Are you an accomplished Lead Project Manager / Programme Manager experienced in delivering complex change and technology programmes for top-tier banks? An international financial institution seeks a leader for transformational digital banking projects. Only those with deep, recent experience in large-scale banking technology or enterprise-level FS environments will be considered.

About the Role

Play a pivotal role managing high-value digital engineering and regulatory change portfolios in a leading banking group. Oversee EMEA-scale initiatives where strong governance, cost-control, and senior stakeholder leadership are essential.

Essential Candidate Profile

• 10+ years\' full lifecycle programme/project management in major banking or large FS organisations.
• Experience in complex, multi-million-pound banking technology change (Agile & Waterfall).
• In-depth understanding of digital banking solutions, regulatory pressures, and FS risk management.
• Proven track record influencing senior stakeholders, executives, and cross-functional technical teams within banking.
• Mastery of governance, RAID management, vendor/consultancy oversight, and robust budget control.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver transformational banking technology and regulatory change across EMEA operations.
• Drive stakeholder engagement at all levels, from IT leaders to business executives.
• Ensure controls, compliance, and best-in-class risk management.
• Report concisely on benefit tracking, costs, and delivery status.

This role offers visibility, impact, and professional growth within a global bank renowned for investment in leadership.

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