Transformation Operations Project Manager - Pharma Experience

Lorien; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Transformation Operations Project Manager to join their team in London. This role involves leading high-impact transformation programmes in the pharmaceutical sector. Candidates should have 5-7 years in project management, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and experience in delivering complex projects. Hybrid working with 2 days onsite and competitive pay. Apply if you are ready to drive impactful change and thrive in complex environments.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of project management experience in transformation programmes.
• Proven track record in delivering complex projects that drive business value.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical Industry is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transformation projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans.
• Facilitate project meetings and ensure effective stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Change management

Education

Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, MSP)

Job description

Transformation Operations Project Manager - Pharma Experience

We're looking for a dynamic individual to join our Transformation Operations team and help deliver high-impact programmes that shape the future of our organisation.

Contract Length: 6 months
Location: London - Kings Cross
Hybrid: 2 days onsite / 3 days at home
Working Arrangement: Inside IR35 (via Umbrella)

About the Role

As a Transformation Operations Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of complex, high-priority transformation programmes. These may include major integrations, digital and tech implementations, operating model changes, and cultural transformation initiatives.

You'll be responsible for ensuring successful project delivery within scope, budget, and schedule, while embedding strong governance and project management controls. You'll also support the transition of projects into business-as-usual operations and contribute to the continuous improvement of internal transformation capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transformation projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans including scope, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Facilitate project meetings and ensure effective stakeholder engagement and decision-making.
• Track and report on project progress, risks, issues, and KPIs.
• Manage project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor resource capacity and adjust plans to maintain delivery efficiency.
• Ensure high-quality project documentation and leverage digital tools for collaboration.
• Conduct project reviews and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support internal initiatives to strengthen transformation capabilities and culture.

About You

You're a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to project delivery. You thrive in complex environments and are comfortable working across organisational boundaries. You bring a consulting mindset, strong stakeholder management skills, and a passion for delivering value through transformation.

Essential Experience & Skills

• 5-7 years of project management experience, ideally in transformation programmes.
• Proven track record in delivering complex projects that drive business value.
• Experience in global organisations or consulting environments.
• Familiarity with various types of transformation (e.g. operating model, digital/tech, cultural).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Project management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, MSP) preferred.
• Knowledge of change management, process optimisation, and agile methodologies is a plus.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical Industry.
• High learning agility and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to tailor project approaches to context and stakeholder needs.
• Strong emotional intelligence and situational awareness.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to challenge constructively.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.