Technical Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A remote opportunity has arisen for a Technical Project Manager with a leading name in the financial services industry. The role, suitable for seasoned professionals, emphasizes technical leadership in delivering cloud-based projects, with occasional office meet-ups for collaboration. This contract role offers a competitive rate of £600 per day, with the potential for a permanent position based on performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering technical projects in Agile environments.
• Strong background in cloud technologies, particularly Azure.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of cloud migration and digital platform projects.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and stakeholders.
• Manage risks and ensure smooth transitions to support teams.

Skills

Technical project delivery

Agile methodologies

Communication

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Cloud migration

System integration

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Technical Project Manager - Remote – 6 Month Contract – PAYE £600 Per Day

Overview:

A fantastic contract opportunity has become available with our client, a prominent player in the financial services industry. We’re seeking a Technical Project Manager on a contract basis until the end of the year, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. This is a remote-first position with occasional (quarterly) meet-ups in the office. The role will focus on delivering complex digital and cloud-based projects with a strong emphasis on solution design and technical leadership.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead delivery of key projects across cloud migration, API development, digital platforms, and system integration
• Work within value streams and Centres of Excellence, aligning project goals with business strategy
• Act as a key interface between technical teams, stakeholders, and external vendors
• Provide technical input and challenge proposals to ensure high-quality outcomes
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear updates for non-technical stakeholders
• Support Agile ways of working and help drive continuous delivery and innovation
• Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and ensure smooth handover to support teams
• Proven experience delivering technical projects in Agile environments
• Hands-on technical background (ideally previously a developer or similar role)
• Strong experience with Azure (AWS exposure is a bonus)
• Skilled in managing vendors and offshore teams
• Excellent communicator with the ability to challenge, influence, and drive outcomes
• Comfortable with tools such as Azure DevOps (ADO)
• Experience delivering across infrastructure, software, and digital platforms
• Ability to operate independently, handle ambiguity, and think strategically
• £600 per day (inclusive of holiday)
• Inside IR35 (PAYE) – Only deductions are EMPLOYEES.