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 hybrid role based in Bournemouth.
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives within their banking and payments portfolio. This is a pivotal role that requires exceptional project delivery expertise, strong leadership, and a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory, operational, and technical landscape that defines the modern financial services industry.
You will drive high-impact transformation projects from initiation to delivery—partnering with key stakeholders across business, technology, and third-party vendors to shape and deliver payment solutions that are efficient, compliant, and aligned with industry standards.
Responsibilities
1. Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic projects in the banking and payments domain, ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and budget
2. Define and manage detailed project plans, scopes, objectives, budgets, and resource allocations for each initiative
3. Oversee cross-functional teams comprising internal stakeholders from product, engineering, compliance, risk, operations, and external technology partners
4. Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives—providing updates on status, risks, dependencies, and milestones
5. Act as the primary liaison between business and technology teams, ensuring that all project requirements, especially around payment systems, are accurately understood and executed
6. Ensure full compliance with relevant regulatory standards and internal governance frameworks, particularly those applicable to payments (e.g. FCA regulations, ISO, PSD2)
7. Proactively manage project risks, issues, and changes in scope; escalate and resolve concerns effectively to keep projects on track
8. Track and report on KPIs and performance metrics, driving a culture of continuous improvement and accountability