Project Manager (Application Migration)

Experis; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment agency is seeking a Project Manager to oversee banking application migrations or enhancements. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and substantial experience in the banking sector. This role involves team leadership, stakeholder management, and risk assessment. The position is based in Knutsford, requiring 2-3 days onsite each week and offering a competitive daily rate.

Qualifications

• Experience leading banking application migrations or enhancements at a major bank.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Assemble and lead project teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Track project performance using tools like Gantt charts.

Job description

Role Title: Project Manager
Location: Knutsford (within 1 hour of the area or willing to relocate)
Duration: 31/12/2025
Days on site: 2-3 days onsite (non-consecutive)
Rate: £415p/d via Umbrella

Overview

We are looking for someone who has led banking application migrations or enhancements at a major bank.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution: Define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Develop detailed project plans and schedules. Allocate resources and manage budgets. Coordinate internal teams and external vendors.
• Team Leadership: Assemble and lead project teams. Delegate tasks and monitor progress. Provide guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders. Communicate project status, risks, and issues. Manage expectations and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Risk & Change Management: Identify and mitigate project risks. Manage changes in scope, schedule, and costs. Ensure quality control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Reporting & Documentation: Track project performance using tools like Gantt charts and dashboards. Maintain comprehensive project documentation. Present progress reports and final outcomes to leadership.