PROJECT LEAD L1(CONTRACT)

Wipro Technologies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipro Limited invites an experienced Project Manager to lead mission-critical Data Center and Infrastructure Migration programs for a global banking client from a London hub.

You will drive large-scale technology transformations with precision, manage budgets and risk, ensure alignment with enterprise standards, and engage diverse stakeholders to secure timely approvals and successful delivery. You will also monitor progress with PM tools and report outcomes to senior management.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years in IT project management, specifically in Infrastructure and Data Center domains within the Financial Sector.
• Mandatory skill: PMO frameworks proficiency.
• Strong budgeting, financial analysis, and cost management experience for large-scale IT projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee IT projects focused on Data Center migrations aligned with business goals.
• Manage project governance including budget control, risk management, scope maintenance, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate project deliverables and proactively identify and resolve risks and issues.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders, facilitating decision-making and securing approvals at critical milestones.
• Track progress using project management tools and report outcomes to senior management.

Skills

PMO frameworks

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Communication

Financial analysis

ITIL knowledge

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients’ most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With over 230,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world. For additional information, visit us at www.wipro.com.

Job Description

5 Days onsite Mandate

Role Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager to lead mission-critical Data Center and Infrastructure Migration programs for a leading global investment banking client. You will drive large-scale technology transformations with precision, ensuring minimal risk and full alignment with enterprise banking standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex IT projects focused on Data Center and Infrastructure Migrations aligned with business goals.
• Manage project governance including budget control, risk management, scope maintenance, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate project deliverables and proactively identify and resolve risks and issues.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders, facilitating decision-making and securing approvals at critical milestones.
• Optimize resource allocation and enhance team productivity.
• Track progress using advanced project management tools and report outcomes to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Experience: 5–10 years in IT project management, specifically in Infrastructure and Data Center domains within the Financial Sector.
• Mandatory Skill: PMO frameworks proficiency.
• Financial Acumen: Strong budgeting, financial analysis, and cost management experience for large-scale IT projects.
• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence across organizational levels.
• Organization: Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage tight deadlines.
• Advantage: ITIL Incident Management knowledge and Power BI/Data Analysis experience.

Mandatory Skills: Planning and Organising.Reinvent your world. We are building a modern Wipro. We are an end-to-end digital transformation partner with the boldest ambitions. To realize them, we need people inspired by reinvention. Of yourself, your career, and your skills. We want to see the constant evolution of our business and our industry. It has always been in our DNA - as the world around us changes, so do we. Join a business powered by purpose and a place that empowers you to design your own reinvention.

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