Project Manager

developrec; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in financial services is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of key projects. This role involves managing project lifecycles, ensuring compliance with governance standards, and coordinating cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will be certified in project management methodologies with a strong track record in regulated environments.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in project delivery in financial services.
• Experience with PRINCE2, APM PMQ, or PMI certifications.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal and external project delivery from start to finish.
• Manage planning, budgeting, and governance across departments.
• Coordinate teams and ensure compliance with project standards.

Skills

Project governance

Risk management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

PRINCE2 certification

APM PMQ certification

PMI certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

Project Manager | Newport / Hybrid | Outside IR35

We’re working with a leading provider of technology-enabled services and operational transformation within the financial services sector. With decades of industry expertise, the business supports large-scale change programmes across lending, savings, and investments helping clients modernise operations, streamline processes, and drive digital innovation.

Now part of a global technology group, the organisation combines deep domain knowledge with cutting-edge delivery capability, enabling agile, compliant, and customer-focused solutions at scale.

The Role

Lead the successful delivery of internal and external projects through the full lifecycle Manage planning, budgeting, governance, and stakeholder engagement across multiple departments Coordinate virtual and co-located teams, third parties, and offshore teams Own project reporting, steering meetings, RAID logs, and post-project reviews Ensure compliance with QMF and PMO standards while adapting delivery to best-fit methodology

What You'll Need

Proven track record of end-to-end project delivery in financial services or regulated environments PRINCE2, APM PMQ, or PMI certification (Scrum/Agile/Change Management qualifications a plus) Strong understanding of project governance, planning, cost control, and risk management Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including with external clients Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Kanban boards

Nice to Have

Knowledge of the lending, mortgage, or investment sectors Experience working in BPO or shared services environments Familiarity with portfolio/programme-level dependencies and resource management