Software Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international Financial Software Vendor is seeking a talented Software Project Manager to oversee key software engineering projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence project delivery and leverage Agile practices within a forward-thinking organisation in the heart of London.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Pension contribution

27 days holiday

Private medical and dental cover

Gym membership

Share options and wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing software development projects.
• Proven track record delivering financial software solutions.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycles from planning through to deployment.
• Lead cross-functional teams including developers, QA engineers, and stakeholders.
• Deliver high-quality financial software solutions that meet client needs.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Engineering degree

Job description

Job Description

Software Project Manager – Financial Software | Agile | London - Miller Maxwell is partnering with a leading international Financial Software Vendor that is expanding rapidly across the US and Europe. As part of this growth, they are seeking a talented Software Project Manager to lead the delivery of key software engineering projects throughout 2025, 2026, and beyond.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of financial technology, where your expertise in project delivery and Agile methodologies will directly impact client success.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Software Project Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering complex, client-facing software solutions. You’ll:

• Manage full project lifecycles – from planning through to deployment and post-delivery support.
• Lead cross-functional teams including developers, QA engineers, designers, and stakeholders.
• Deliver high-quality financial software solutions that meet client needs and industry standards.
• Champion Agile practices – lead sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and continuous improvement.
• Define project scope, timelines, and deliverables while managing risks and dependencies.
• Act as the bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment.

What The Client is Looking For:

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field ().
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing software development projects.
• Proven track record delivering financial software solutions – essential.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Experience working closely with software engineers, developers, and architects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

What’s the Client Offer:

• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Pension contribution.
• 27 days holiday.
• Private medical and dental cover.
• Gym membership.
• Share options and wellness benefits.

Location: Hybrid working model – with regular on-site presence required at their London office near Bank Station.