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About Finova
finova is the UK’s largest cloud-based mortgages and savings software provider, supporting over 60 leading lenders, 3000 mortgage brokers, and 200 financial institutions. Our award-winning software suite includes a Core Banking Platform, Broker Platform, and finova Connect—solutions that connect lenders, intermediaries, and consumers. Our technology emphasizes fast implementation and open architecture, allowing customers to seamlessly integrate or customize solutions to their business needs.
Senior Project Manager
About You
* Experience delivering complex software projects end-to-end, preferably within financial services (mortgage knowledge is highly desirable).
* Understanding of key technologies and processes such as SaaS, enterprise, or hosted solutions to support planning and communication.
* Ability to build strong client relationships, demonstrate gravitas, and set clear expectations.
* Good presentation skills for reporting progress and solutions.
* Proven capability to manage multiple or complex projects independently or govern multiple projects to high standards.
* Experience working with clients of varying sizes and maturity levels, understanding how this impacts planning and risks.
* Knowledge of Waterfall and Agile practices, including creating and tracking burndown charts.
What You Will Do
* Partner with clients through the delivery lifecycle, reporting to the Portfolio Manager.
* Manage demanding, challenging, or sensitive projects, including multiple projects simultaneously.
* Establish and promote a collaborative ‘one-team’ approach with clients.
* Lead cross-functional teams to develop delivery plans, estimates, and costs.
* Set up project governance and ensure delivery excellence.
* Prioritize tasks, onboard team members, and coordinate to deliver on time and within budget.
* Manage stakeholders, report project status, and support invoicing processes.
* Contribute to refining delivery processes, training, and knowledge sharing to improve service quality.
What We Offer
* Flexible working options, including remote work for up to 4 weeks/year.
* Comprehensive benefits such as life assurance, private medical insurance, pension schemes, and employee assistance programs.
* Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity/paternity pay and support for fertility treatments.
* Additional perks like cycle schemes, discounts, free fruit, and social groups.
* Paid volunteering day and charitable giving schemes.
Equality Statement
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. If interested but lacking some criteria, please reach out—we’d love to discuss your potential fit.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Project Management, IT
* Industry: Software Development
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