Senior Project Manager - Knutsford

FDM Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex initiatives within the finance sector, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. This hybrid role based in Knutsford involves managing stakeholder relations, risks, and project delivery on time and within scope. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial services, particularly in commercial lending and treasury, and possess strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in project management within the financial services sector.
• Ability to lead large-scale projects with complex stakeholder requirements.
• Proficiency in developing project plans with effective resource management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex projects and programmes.
• Develop detailed project plans, including budgets and timelines.
• Ensure compliance with governance standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide clear updates and presentations to executive leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Financial services knowledge

Job description

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FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Senior Project Manager to work for our client within the finance sector. This is initially a 6-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role based in Knutsford.

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, high-impact initiatives within the corporate banking domain. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident leader with a strong background in financial services, particularly in areas such as commercial lending, cash management, treasury, and trade finance.

In this senior role, you will oversee large-scale programmes that align with the bank’s strategic objectives, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standard. Your ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes, manage risk, and drive transformation will be essential to your success.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex projects and programmes within the corporate banking portfolio
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including budgets, timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation
• Engage and influence stakeholders across the business, including senior leadership, technology teams, compliance, operations, and external vendors
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, proactively creating mitigation strategies and contingency plans
• Ensure all projects comply with internal governance standards and relevant regulatory requirements
• Oversee and coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring clear alignment between business and IT objectives
• Provide clear, concise project updates, reports, and executive-level presentations
• Support broader transformation initiatives by ensuring alignment between individual projects and organisational strategy