Technical Project Manager

The Royal Household; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious organization is seeking a Senior Finance Systems Manager to manage the lifecycle of a Finance System replacement project. This role entails overseeing project execution, managing timelines and budgets, and ensuring stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have substantial project management experience in a technical environment, relevant qualifications, and strong risk management skills. The position offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, competitive annual leave, and benefits such as a non-contributory pension plan.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Non-contributory pension plan

Complimentary lunch on-site

Employee discounts

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Substantial experience of project management in a technical environment.
• Proven track record of delivering successful ERP or Finance System projects.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain momentum.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of the Finance System replacement project.
• Manage timelines, budgets, risks and dependencies.
• Communicate effectively to tailor your style for technical and non‑technical audiences.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Risk management

Technical proficiency

Education

Relevant qualifications or certifications

Tools

Project management platforms

Job description

Senior Finance Systems Manager – London Business School

London Business School requires a Senior Finance Systems Manager to join us on a permanent basis in London, NW14SA.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a high‑impact programme in a unique and historic setting. If your experience aligns and you’re ready to make a meaningful contribution, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Oversee the full lifecycle of the Finance System replacement project, from planning and design to execution, implementation and closure, ensuring seamless delivery and alignment with strategic goals.
• Manage timelines, budgets, risks and dependencies using established project management methodologies. Ensure comprehensive documentation, effective change management, and thorough post‑implementation review processes.
• Manage competing priorities and resources to ensure the project is delivered on time and on budget, proactively resolving delivery challenges to maintain momentum.
• Partner with stakeholders to define project scope, requirements and success criteria, while supporting process re‑engineering, simplification and standardisation.
• Act as the central point of contact for technical teams, internal stakeholders and third‑party vendors, ensuring strong governance, clear communication and consistent reporting to keep all parties aligned and focused on shared outcomes.
• Bring substantial experience of project management in a technical environment, supported by relevant qualifications or certifications, with a proven track record of delivering successful ERP or Finance System projects.
• Be proficient using project management platforms to plan, track and deliver effectively.
• Take a structured approach to manage multiple workstreams, juggle competing priorities and maintain momentum to meet deadlines.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with ease – engaging stakeholders at all levels and influencing outcomes through trust, empathy and clarity.
• Identify risks early and plan proactively across complex workstreams, ensuring delivery stays on track and aligned with strategic goals.
• Communicate effectively to tailor your style for technical and non‑technical audiences, ensuring clarity and shared understanding.
• Be passionate about benefits realisation and apply post‑implementation analysis to ensure measurable impact and long‑term value.

Benefits

• Enjoy 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days pro rata (plus bank holidays) dependent on length of service.
• Non‑contributory pension plan (we contribute 15% and you can contribute more if you wish) plus complimentary lunch on‑site.
• Flexible and hybrid working varies across roles; options discussed with your recruiter to suit requirements.
• Leave options to support life priorities, such as parental pay and leave and volunteering days, plus wellbeing benefits.
• Other perks include 20% off at Royal Collection Trust Shops and complimentary admission tickets across all locations, plus exclusive employee discounts.