Project Manager

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead technology-driven initiatives focused on investment banking operations and T+1 settlement cycles. This role requires a proven track record in managing complex projects, a deep understanding of trade lifecycle processes, and expertise in vendor selection and system integration. Candidates should possess strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to enhance operational efficiency in a regulatory environment.

Qualifications

• Strong project management experience in investment banking operations or treasury.
• Deep knowledge of trade lifecycle processes.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering T+1 readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of technology implementation projects.
• Drive T+1 settlement readiness initiatives.
• Partner with operations and technology to define requirements.

Skills

Project management experience in investment banking operations

Knowledge of trade lifecycle processes

Experience delivering T+1 readiness

Hands-on experience with settlement platforms

Proficiency in project management methodologies

Strong stakeholder management skills

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Professional qualifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)

Tools

SWIFT

CLS

Calypso

Murex

Kyriba

Finastra

Job description

We are looking for a Project Manager with a strong background in investment banking operations and treasury settlements to lead technology-driven change initiatives, with a key focus on platform implementation and the industry-wide move to T+1 settlement cycles.

The role will involve managing complex, front-to-back projects that require strong collaboration across business, operations, technology, and regulatory teams. The successful candidate will deliver system upgrades, integrations, and process automation that enable compliance with T+1 timelines while enhancing operational efficiency and control.

Skills & Experience

• Strong project management experience in investment banking operations or treasury, with a track record in technology/platform implementation.
• Deep knowledge of trade lifecycle processes, clearing & settlement, treasury funding, and collateral management.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering T+1 readiness, settlement efficiency, or regulatory-driven technology change.
• Hands‑on experience with settlement platforms, treasury systems, or core banking technology (e.g., SWIFT, CLS, Calypso, Murex, Kyriba, Finastra).
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid).
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with proven experience working across business, operations, and technology teams.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills, with ability to translate business needs into technology solutions.

Desirable

• Professional qualifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile certification).
• Prior experience with system migrations, cloud‑based treasury solutions, or API integrations.
• Exposure to regulatory frameworks impacting settlements and treasury (e.g., CSDR, CASS).
• Experience working on global, cross‑border transformation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of technology and platform implementation projects, including vendor selection, system integration, and migration.
• Drive T+1 settlement readiness initiatives, ensuring operational, technology, and control frameworks are enhanced to support shortened settlement cycles.
• Partner with operations, front office, technology, risk, compliance, and finance to define requirements, align priorities, and implement solutions.
• Develop detailed project plans, manage budgets, track milestones, and ensure timely delivery of key deliverables.
• Implement automation and straight-through-processing (STP) solutions to reduce manual intervention and settlement risk.
• Produce clear project documentation, reporting, and governance packs for senior stakeholders and steering committees.
• Ensure robust business readiness, training, and transition to BAU for implemented systems and processes.

If you have the skills and experience for this role, please send your CV in word format for the attention of ALISON CALDER.