Project Manager

Openwork; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a passionate Project Manager to lead multiple projects from start to finish in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment. You will ensure project goals are met by managing timelines, resources, and stakeholders effectively. Ideal candidates will have experience in business change and hold a project management qualification. The role offers a competitive salary and a variety of flexible benefits, fostering both personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Salary range of £48,000 to £60,000

Bonus scheme - on target bonus -10%

Pension scheme with matching contributions

Critical illness cover

Income protection

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible benefits including private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business change or transformation projects.
• Experience in financial services is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Knowledge of project management lifecycle and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate project teams to achieve project goals.
• Serve as the point of contact for stakeholders.
• Monitor project risks and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Project management qualification (APM/PMP/PRINCE2/Agile/SaFE)

Job description

The opportunity

Are you ready to take the lead on multiple projects, energise teams, and make a real difference across the business? We're looking for a passionate Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment!

In this role, you'll take ownership of timelines, resources, risks, issues and budgets with precision, acting as the key point of contact for stakeholders and owning project delivery from start to finish. You'll inspire and motivate matrix teams, communicate confidently at all levels, and adapt quickly to shifting priorities - bringing energy, leadership and clarity to every project you deliver.

If you're ready to make your mark and lead projects that matter, we want to hear from you!

This is a permanent, hybrid role, based in our Swindon office, with the requirement to be in the office 2-3 days a week, with regular travel to London as work demands.

The benefits

• Salary - £48,000 to £60,000
• Bonus scheme - on target bonus -10%
• Pension scheme - contribute up to 5% of your salary and Openwork will match you and put in an extra 5%
• Critical illness cover
• Income protection
• Death in service - 4x salary
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy up to an additional 10 days. Up to 3 working days per year of paid time to participate in volunteering activities
• A range of other flexible benefits to include private medical insurance, dental insurance and much more.

Your responsibilities will include

• Production of project management artefacts.
• Track project deliverables and quality assurance.
• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including business stakeholders, technology teams, and external partners.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for project objectives.
• Lead and motivate project teams to achieve project goals.
• Monitor project risks and issues, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Utilise problem‑solving skills to address challenges and obstacles that may impact project success.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards and deliverables are of high quality.
• Conduct post‑project evaluations to identify lessons learned and opportunities for improvement.
• Promote continuous improvement practices within the project management processes.
• Support the Change Function in the development and roll out of key change artefacts and ways of working.

What will you need to succeed?

• An enthusiastic, dynamic energy that lifts the whole team with a natural flair for leadership, communication, and problem‑solving.
• Practical experience in business change, transformation, or process projects.
• Experience in project management, financial services experience advantageous but not mandatory.
• Qualification in project management (e.g. APM / PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile / SaFE) advantageous.
• Knowledge of project management lifecycle, techniques and tools.
• Demonstrable knowledge of effective prioritisation of change, budgeting and resource allocation.
• The following are advantageous :
• Knowledge of IT and software delivery.
• Knowledge of re‑platforming, vendor relationship management and contracting.
• Understanding of wealth management, mortgage, and protection products is a plus.

Why us?

We're a dynamic, fast‑paced, and growing business with huge ambition. This is all made possible by the brilliant people who are part of The Openwork Partnership family. We're investing heavily in our colleagues, continuously striving to give them the platform to develop personally and professionally and reach their full potential.

We're also very proud of our culture, as one of the Best 100 Large Companies to work for in 2022. The Openwork Partnership values, and respects individuality and we are committed to building an inclusive culture and environment which truly recognises and celebrates our colleague's individual differences and identities - just like our financial advice, for us, it's personal. We believe everyone can make a difference and your race, religion, disability, and gender will never be a barrier. At Openwork, we have a strong ethic of care for each other where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work. We believe that you will bring your best self to work if you are trusted to choose when, where and how you do i