Technology Programme & Project Manager

Accenture; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technology Programme & Project Manager to lead client projects across the UK. This role involves overseeing project planning and execution, ensuring compliance with best practices, and managing stakeholder communications. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Financial Services, recognized project management certifications, and experience with agile methodologies. Join a company that values innovation and offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

30 days vacation

Private medical insurance

Car allowance

Charitable leave

Qualifications

• Experience in Financial Services in advisory or leadership roles is essential.
• External recognized Project Management certifications such as PRINCE2, PMP, CSM.
• Strong communication skills to explain complex technical details.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of client projects.
• Facilitate communication between clients and Accenture teams.
• Implement risk management strategies to identify potential risks.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Services Experience

PRINCE2 Certification

PMP Certification

Agile Methodologies

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Automation Tools

Job description

Job Role: Technology Programme & Project Manager

Location: Manchester (must be willing to travel to client sites throughout the UK on an ad hoc basis)

Career Level: Level 8 (Associate Manager)

Salary: Competitive, plus benefits.

Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application.

Note: The above information relates to a specific client requirement

Company Background

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries – powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centres. With 650,000+ people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at www.accenture.com.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values include Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual, and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO

Accenture offers opportunities to learn, grow, and advance in an innovative culture that fosters shared success, innovative thinking, and boundaryless career opportunities.

As a team:

• Accountable for delivering across several key clients, including senior stakeholder management, project planning, release scoping, change management, monitoring & tracking progress, and managing implementation along with supporting live proving of changes.
• Ensuring early identification of successful delivery pathways in the development lifecycle, managing and supporting project managers across multiple business segments and customer channels.
• Active involvement in Team/Regional Portfolio Planning sessions, driving the change roadmap with both business and technology stakeholders.
• Experience in managing change across the software development lifecycle, delivering effective risk, governance, compliance, and control management within the team, ensuring adherence to responsibilities.

As a Technology Programme & Project Manager you will:

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of client projects and sub-workstreams, ensuring compliance with project management best practices and high standards.
• Facilitate communication between clients, external vendors, and Accenture teams, including complex stakeholder management, to ensure clarity on scope, timelines, and status.
• Implement risk management strategies to identify potential risks/issues and develop mitigation plans proactively.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure project deliverables meet client needs and project charters.
• Manage junior resources across projects, assigning team members based on skills and experience.
• Maintain project documentation and reporting systems according to quality standards.
• Proactively incorporate process improvements to enhance project efficiency and quality.

We are looking for experience in the following skills:

• Experience working in Financial Services in advisory, technical, operational, or leadership roles is essential.
• External recognized Project Management certifications such as PRINCE2, PMP, CSM, and ITIL Foundation.
• Experience with agile methodologies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Ability to identify and address issues proactively that could impact project timelines, costs, or quality.
• Strong communication skills to explain complex technical details to stakeholders and manage expectations.
• Utilize automation tools to optimize end-to-end change cycle processes.
• Technical understanding of organisational system components from Mainframe to Cloud.
• Experience managing the full change lifecycle, including budget and resource management.

What’s in it for you:

In addition to a competitive salary and car allowance, benefits include up to 30 days’ vacation, private medical insurance, and 3 days of charitable leave annually. Senior roles may include additional bonuses and equity awards.

Closing Date for Applications: 31/02/2025

Accenture reserves the right to close the role earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

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