Senior Project Manager

My client, a growing financial organisation is on the lookout for a talented Senior Project Manager to join their hybrid working team in Blackpool. If you thrive in a fast-paced, agile setting and are passionate about shaping project delivery functions, then this could be the role for you! This is a new team that includes a Director of Project Delivery (The hiring manager), a Junior Project Manager, and a Junior BA. There are currently at least 5 large programs running, and they're looking for someone eager to manage projects from start to finish.

Working structure: Hybrid / 3 days in the office (in Blackpool), 2 days remote working.

Role Overview:
As a Senior Project Manager you will play a pivotal role in shaping project details, ensuring value addition, and driving tangible outcomes. We're seeking an analytical individual who can craft business cases, define solution options, and navigate change management effectively. Your ability to analyse business problems, identify root causes, and lead projects to success will be paramount.

Key Requirements:
Proven expertise in managing Time, Cost & Quality to ensure efficient and successful project delivery.
Established track record in developing effective delivery processes, maintaining high standards, and meticulous attention to detail.
Proficiency in scoping projects, creating resource plans, schedules, and solution designs with clarity and risk mitigation strategies.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey delivery knowledge and insights.
Strong technical and business acumen, ideally with a background in IT, Debt Purchase, Financial Services, or Continuous Improvement (desirable)
Exceptional problem-solving abilities, with experience in methodologies like Continuous Improvement DMAIC.

Responsibilities:
Lead delivery of multiple projects across diverse teams, managing risks and engaging stakeholders effectively.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to scope, plan, forecast, and estimate project delivery.
Serve as a bridge between business SMEs and technical solutions teams, ensuring seamless project delivery.
Participate in various methodologies including Agile, Waterfall, and Continuous Improvement.
Engage with challenging stakeholders up to the C Suite level, providing regular project updates.
Ensure accountability across teams, meet deadlines, and facilitate effective communication.
Lead Agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, refinements, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and release planning.

If you're ready to make an impact and drive change in a dynamic environment, apply now to join our Project Delivery team!

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