Project Manager

Accenture; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Project Manager to join their Glasgow team. This exciting role offers the opportunity to lead diverse projects within a vibrant environment, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to create significant value for clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, particularly in financial services, and will thrive in a dynamic setting. With a focus on team leadership and stakeholder engagement, this position allows for professional growth and the chance to make a real impact. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

25 days' vacation

Private medical insurance

3 days' charitable leave annually

Flexibility and mobility for onsite work

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, especially in financial services.
• Ability to lead teams and manage budgets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely project delivery within budget and compliance.
• Lead technical teams to achieve business and IT outcomes.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Management

Communication Skills

Problem Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Project Management Certification

Business Acumen

Job description

Role:

Senior Project Manager/Delivery Lead

Location:

Glasgow

Salary:

Competitive salary and package dependent on experience

Career Level:

8

Please Note:

Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance, which requires 5 years continuous UK address history at the point of application.

About Accenture:

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology, and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets, and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We value inclusion and diversity, supporting the whole person, and are recognized worldwide for our business performance and inclusive culture.

Our Culture:

We care deeply about our impact on clients and communities. As Julie Sweet, CEO, states, "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have."

Next Gen Engineering:

This is the home of our dedicated technology team focused on engineering memorable customer experiences. Our specialists provide full-stack software engineering, cloud, platform engineering, and technical delivery, with expertise in Cloud Native, Data, Mobile, IoT, Gen-AI, Frontend, and Creative Design.

Career Opportunity:

If you're seeking an exciting career in a vibrant environment with training and a global network of experts, this role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and develop a wide range of skills.

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our vibrant Delivery practice in Glasgow, on a full-time, permanent basis. You will harness the power of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, gaining hands-on experience and creating significant value for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with governance, risk, and regulatory frameworks.
2. Lead and coordinate a team of technical resources to deliver business and IT outcomes.
3. Manage solution implementation, including scope, resources, schedule, and financials.
4. Governance of projects through all phases.
5. Identify key resources and manage stakeholders to ensure objectives are met.
6. Issue management, risk assessment, and escalation as needed.
7. Develop and maintain financial, resource, and work plans.
8. Produce status reports regularly.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Experience in project management, including planning, financial management, estimation, and delivery focus. Experience in Financial Services is essential.
• Ability to lead teams across multiple sites, with excellent communication skills.
• Proven budget management and financial governance skills.
• Strong problem management and decision-making abilities.
• Experience liaising with IT suppliers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant project management qualifications or training.
• Sound business acumen and judgment.
• Ability to communicate technology challenges in business terms.

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include 25 days' vacation, private medical insurance, and 3 days' charitable leave annually. Flexibility and mobility are required for onsite client work.

About Accenture:

We are a global professional services company with over 509,000 people in more than 120 countries, committed to innovation and creating lasting value for our clients. Visit us at www.accenture.com.

Equal Opportunity:

Accenture is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of society without discrimination.