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.
Whats 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 youre an experienced Project Manager with platform transformation expertise, apply now to learn more!
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