Job Title: Project Manager – Platform Transformation (Financial Services, Hybrid, Edinburgh)
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive
About the Role:
Our client, a leading organisation in the financial services sector, is seeking an experienced Project Manager/Senior Project Manager to lead a major platform transformation initiative. This role presents an exciting opportunity to drive critical platform enhancements, modernise technology infrastructure, and improve scalability and efficiency across key business areas.
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a strategic platform transformation, ensuring seamless execution, stakeholder alignment, and successful implementation of next-generation technology solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the planning and execution of a major platform transformation, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Work closely with Technology Delivery teams to drive platform upgrades, migrations, and new feature rollouts.
* Engage with Business stakeholders to ensure transformation initiatives support organisational goals.
* Collaborate with Testing teams to support quality assurance, release readiness, and platform stability.
* Manage third-party platform providers to ensure smooth integration and deployment of new capabilities.
* Utilise agile project management methodologies and tools to track, manage, and deliver key milestones.
Key Requirements:
* Proven experience leading platform transformation projects within financial services.
* Background in investment platforms, wealth management, or advised banking.
* Strong technical understanding of platform architecture, integrations, and cloud-based solutions.
* Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to bridge business and technology teams.
* Proficiency in project management frameworks (MSP, Agile, SDLC, etc.).
* Experience working with third-party platform providers and managing complex integrations.
What’s on Offer?
* The opportunity to lead a major platform transformation in a high-profile programme.
* A dynamic, collaborative environment within a well-established financial services organisation.
* Hybrid working flexibility and strong opportunities for career growth.
If you’re an experienced Project Manager with platform transformation expertise, apply now to learn more!