Software Project Manager

Anson McCade; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to drive software implementation projects in Northampton. This role requires strong stakeholder management, planning skills, and experience in both Agile and Waterfall approaches. As a mid-senior level position in a hybrid setting, the ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering complex software projects successfully, supported by competitive compensation and bonus structure.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing software implementation projects.
• Background in fast-paced, matrixed environments.
• Strong communication skills, able to bring clarity to complex change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of off-the-shelf software implementation projects.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure buy-in.
• Manage project risks, dependencies, budgets, and resources.

Skills

Software implementation project management

Stakeholder management

Agile and Waterfall methodologies

Change management

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Project Manager – Software Implementations

Location: Northampton (Hybrid, 2 days a week)

Salary: Up to £65,000 (depending on experience) + 20% bonus

We are seeking a talented Project Manager to drive the end-to-end delivery of software projects within a complex and fast-moving environment. This is a hands-on role requiring strong stakeholder management, rigorous planning, and the ability to land change successfully across business and technology functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of off-the-shelf software implementation projects from inception through to completion.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across business, operations, and technology to ensure buy-in and successful adoption.
• Prepare business and technology teams for change through structured planning, forecasting, and communication.
• Manage project risks, dependencies, budgets, and resources, ensuring delivery against agreed time, cost, and quality.
• Operate within governance frameworks, producing required documentation and clear reporting.
• Close projects effectively, ensuring lessons learned and business readiness are embedded.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing software implementation projects
• Background in fast-paced, matrixed environments where priorities can shift quickly.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior colleagues.
• Strong communication skills, able to bring clarity to complex change.
• Experience working with both Agile and Waterfall delivery approaches.
• Strong organisational, risk management, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Desirable: Knowledge of financial services or payments would be a strong advantage.

If you are a Project Manager with the drive and experience to deliver complex software projects in a fast-paced setting, apply today.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance, Consulting, and Project Management

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting and Financial Services