Outsourcing Project Manager - Contract Role

Project Blackbook; Greater London; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking an Outsourcing Project Manager for a 6-month contract to commence as soon as possible. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of project management experience, preferably in consulting, with a proven track record managing senior and C-suite stakeholders. This role involves leading complex outsourcing programmes for a major insurance client, with a hybrid work model in Greater London, requiring strong leadership and cross-functional team coordination.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in project/programme management.
• Consulting background preferred.
• Track record managing C-suite stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation phase of a high-profile outsourcing programme.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners for delivery.
• Engage senior stakeholders to build trust and credibility.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Risk management

Cross-functional coordination

Job description

Role: Outsourcing Project Manager - Contract Role (Consulting background is preferred)

Seniority: Manager, Principal, Director

Day rate: Estimated £500-£800 Outside IR35

Project duration: 6 months (with possible extension), starting asap

Location: Hybrid, two days on-site in/around London

We’re supporting a consultancy that specialises in business and digital transformation, known for fostering strong relationships while designing and delivering large-scale, complex transformations worldwide.

The role is for a Project Manager required to lead the implementation phase of a high-profile outsourcing programme for a global insurance client, operating to tight timelines. The role demands strong gravitas and proven experience managing senior and C-suite stakeholders across complex, multi-location environments.

We’ve a preference for you to apply directly via our website as the consultancy will eventually view your profile in our platform. If you are already in the community, feel free to quickly apply here or reach out to your Blackbook contact, but no need to re-apply directly.

Tasks

• Lead the implementation phase of a high-profile outsourcing programme for a major insurance client, delivering against tight timelines
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional internal teams and external partners across multiple global locations to ensure aligned delivery
• Own senior stakeholder engagement, building credibility and trust with executive and C-suite leaders through clear communication and strong governance
• Navigate complex organisational and political environments, proactively managing risks, dependencies, and sensitivities
• Provide confident programme leadership, maintaining momentum, decision-making clarity, and delivery focus throughout the implementation lifecycle

Requirements

• An independent consultant
• Consulting background is preferred
• 8+ years experience in project/programme management
• Track record of managing senior and C-suite stakeholders in global, multi-location environments
• Outsourcing experience would be highly desirable
• Finance Transformation experience is ideal
• Insurance/FS (financial services) experience is also ideal