Project Manager

Royal London Mutual Insurance Society; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Project Manager to lead transformative projects that align with strategic goals. This role involves managing stakeholder relationships, ensuring successful project delivery, and developing solutions that meet business objectives. You'll collaborate with experienced teams, utilizing your expertise in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Join a company committed to responsible investment and inclusive workplace culture, where your contributions will drive meaningful change and foster empowerment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing team.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Up to 14% employer matching pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in executive stakeholder management and project processes.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage on-time, on-budget project delivery.
• Develop and lead cross-functional Change teams.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Project Management Principles

Agile Delivery Practices

Waterfall Delivery Practices

Planning and Tracking

Risk Management

Dependency Management

Communication Skills

Job description

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Job Title: Project Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: London

Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based

Closing date: 5th May 2025

We have a new opportunity for a dynamic Project Manager to join us to collaborate, drive, and deliver change projects that support the achievement of the Group strategy.

We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have knowledge of the Irish market and regulations, as well as experience in delivering ETF change-related projects or establishing fund Management Committees.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team where you will be responsible for leading and managing projects on behalf of one or more business functions.

About the role

• This Project Manager role will sit within the Royal London Asset Management Change team, working with a team of experienced Project and Program Managers as well as Business Analysts.
• Planning and managing the on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery of projects key to the business strategy.
• Managing stakeholder relationships for the project, from the Executive through to business functions and project team members. Identifying, addressing, and resolving differences between individuals and/or interested groups.
• Preparing and maintaining definitions of project scope and implementing protocols to change the scope of projects; updating project documentation as required.
• Securing the resources needed to enable successful project delivery, considering availability and scheduling.
• Working with the wider business to determine the best means of satisfying requirements within the context of project objectives and constraints, i.e., developing solutions.
• Developing and agreeing on budgets for projects, controlling forecasts and actual costs against them.
• Identifying and monitoring project risks, planning and implementing responses, and responding to other issues affecting projects and portfolios.
• Considering operational risk and adhering to security and risk policies while ensuring risk-based decisions are evidenced and taken at all times.
• Developing and leading cross-functional Change teams, which may include both task and line/people management, establishing an environment of trust and empowerment.

About you

• Proven experience in executive stakeholder management, including Steering Committees, with the ability to communicate business strategy and outcomes over project processes.
• Excellent planning, tracking, and reporting skills across multi-workstream projects.
• Skilled in coordinating multiple business functions to achieve a common goal.
• Robust dependency management skills.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Experience and/or knowledge of Agile and Waterfall delivery practices.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple, concurrent, or competing projects.
• Desirable: Proven experience in delivering ETF-related Change projects, covering elements such as fund structures and documentation, legal and regulatory, listing, tax, sales, skills, processes, technology, third-party relationships, and due diligence.
• Desirable: Knowledge of international markets and regulatory landscapes, especially Ireland.
• Desirable: Asset Management experience.

About Royal London Asset Management

Royal London Asset Management (RLAM), part of the Royal London Group, is one of the UK's leading fund management companies working with a wide range of clients across the globe to achieve their investment goals. Our long-term, client-driven focus means that we have a longstanding commitment to responsible investment. We act as responsible stewards of our clients' capital, exercising their rights and influencing positive change.

Our People Promise is that we will all work somewhere inclusive, responsible, enjoyable, and fulfilling. This is underpinned by our Spirit of Royal London values: Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve.

We offer great workplace benefits such as 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, up to 14% employer matching pension scheme, and private medical insurance. See all our benefits here - Our Benefits.

Inclusion, diversity, and belonging

We're an inclusive employer. We celebrate and value different backgrounds and cultures across Royal London. Our diverse people and perspectives give us a range of skills that are recognized and respected, whatever their background.