Legal Entity Project Manager

Pontoon; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment consultancy is seeking a Legal Entity Project Manager for a contract role based in London. This position involves developing and executing a migration plan, leading a taskforce, and effectively communicating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have project management experience within large financial services organizations and strong stakeholder engagement skills. The role offers a competitive umbrella day rate and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Proven understanding of project management practices.
• Experience with legal entity transformation in financial services.
• Strong grasp of corporate and investment banking operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the taskforce for migration planning and implementation.
• Provide regular reporting on project status.
• Communicate effectively with department management.

Skills

Programme and project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Legal Entity Project Manager (Contract)

Duration: Up until 31 March 2026 (Possibility for extension)

Location: London/Hybrid (2 - 3 days on site)

Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates

Role Profile

As a senior internal consultant, you will develop and execute a comprehensive migration plan to facilitate a smooth and successful business transfer. Your leadership will ensure that we meet our go-live date while upholding the highest quality standards and minimising impacts on our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the taskforce responsible for migration planning and implementation, collaborating with front, middle, and back offices of relevant entities, in coordination with the Project Management Office.
• Provide regular reporting on project status to senior management and relevant committees.
• Communicate effectively with department management across the EMEA Division, fostering engagement across all operational areas.
• Proactively identify potential issues that may affect the business transfer timeline, escalating and addressing them promptly.
• Enhance collaboration by identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions for better communication between teams.
• Facilitate workshops for strategic planning initiatives and mentor junior team members to build their capabilities.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

• Proven understanding of programme and project management with a track record of collaborating with Project Managers and Business Analysts to achieve successful outcomes.
• Experience in legal entity transformation within large, complex financial services organisations.
• Strong grasp of corporate and investment banking operations from front to back, including IT and Data Management aspects.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders effectively.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing business strategies that enhance processes and procedures.
• Strong analytical skills to summarise complex issues and devise innovative solutions collaboratively.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in presenting professionally in large forums, with advanced expertise in MS Office tools.

Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team.

We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment.