FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Senior Project Manager to work for our client within the finance sector. This is initially a 6-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a remote role with occasional trips to Plymouth.
Our client is looking for a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the change agenda from a blank slate, shaping the transformation strategy and embedding a fit-for-purpose change capability. This is a rare opportunity to lead a transformation programme from the ground up, with full ownership of shaping how change is delivered across a newly integrated business unit. You’ll be instrumental in modernising a legacy-heavy operation and aligning it with organisation’s strategic ambitions.
Responsibilities
1. Define and lead the transformation approach for the newly acquired equity release lending and advice functions
2. Establish a change function within the organisation, including governance, processes, and ways of working
3. Support the integration of the organisation’s acquisition across teams, focusing on adviser onboarding (50, self-employed advisers), HR process alignment such as email systems, identity management as well as IT integration and digital journey alignment
4. Identify and address manual processes, driving automation and digital-first solutions
5. Work closely with stakeholders across the organisation from different levels
6. Introduce and embed the organisation’s change governance across the newly integrated teams
7. Operate effectively in a highly dynamic environment, shaping the programme from scratch
8. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, resilience and innovation while mentoring junior project managers