Project Officer jobs in United Kingdom

Are you curious, motivated, and forward-thinking? At FIS you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and technology. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, entrepreneurial, passionate and above all fun.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Project Manager to work with a major banking client on a transformative core banking project. This role will be based in Wellington and will involve managing all aspects of the project from initiation through to implementation and completion.

• Manage project initiation activities including identifying contractual obligations, client needs and goals, existing situation, necessary contacts and access to existing information as needed
• Manage project risk and assist with problem resolution
• Develop, define and execute project plans, project scope, activities, schedules, budgets and deliverables
• Plan and coordinate all aspects of technical projects from initiation through delivery
• Ensure requirements for internal technology projects align to operational standards. Develop alternate requirements or document exceptions as appropriate
• Serve as liaison between technical and non-technical teams
• Working with cross functional teams to deliver projects on time and to budget

• Sound previous experience in similar Senior Project Management roles
• Extensive knowledge within the banking sector - ideally in the core banking or digital banking space
• Extensive knowledge of project management standards, processes, procedures and guidelines as well as various IT project methodologies and life cycles
• Advanced skills with project management software
• A bachelor’s in computer science, management information systems or business administration or the equivalent experience – PMP certification may be required

• An opportunity to play a major role in a significant banking transformation project
• An opportunity to work for a leading global Fortune 500 Fintech
• Attractive salary and benefits including medical insurance and employee share scheme

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