Project Manager - Regulatory Change

Albany Beck; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm in the City of London is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the delivery of strategic projects in the financial services sector. The role requires at least 5 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in project management tools. This position offers the opportunity to drive change and work closely with senior stakeholders within complex environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience managing projects in the financial services industry.
• Proven track record of delivering multiple projects in parallel within complex organisations.
• Strong understanding of asset servicing and regulatory change environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle delivery of strategic and regulatory projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including technology and product.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to provide transparent reporting on progress.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Risk management

Attention to detail

Education

Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, AgilePM or equivalent)

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Confluence

Excel

Job description

As a Project Manager, you'll oversee the planning and delivery of multiple projects within the asset servicing and operational space. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure initiatives are executed effectively, risks are well-managed, and objectives are achieved on time and within budget. The role requires a confident communicator with strong leadership and governance skills, capable of navigating regulatory and business transformation programmes.

• Lead the full lifecycle delivery of strategic and regulatory projects across financial operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including technology, product, operations, and compliance.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to provide transparent reporting on progress, risks, and dependencies.
• Ensure governance standards, project documentation, and reporting frameworks are consistently maintained.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources to achieve successful outcomes.
• Identify process improvements and contribute to continuous enhancement of project delivery practices.
• Albany Beck is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our growing consultancy team, working with one of our key financial services partners. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, delivery-focused professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys driving meaningful change across asset servicing and operations., Minimum 5 years' experience managing projects in the financial services industry.
• Support initiatives aligned with key regulatory requirements and business priorities.
• Strong understanding of asset servicing and regulatory change environments.
• Proven track record of delivering multiple projects in parallel within complex organisations.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and a results-driven approach.
• Familiarity with project management frameworks such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.
• Proficient in tools such as MS Project, JIRA, Confluence, and Excel., Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, AgilePM, or equivalent).
• Experience within custody, fund administration, or securities operations.
• Exposure to automation, data, or digital transformation initiatives.