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The Product Project Manager oversees the delivery and support of the GMPe workstream using Isio’s project management processes and standards.
The role requires practical knowledge of project delivery using Agile and Waterfall processes to deliver outputs to internal sponsors across the business.
Location - This role would be preferably based in our London office but our GMPe team are located nationwide, therefore we are also able to consider those who may be based in our Reading, Croydon, Bristol or Birmingham office. Hybrid working 2-3 days per week on site.
Term – 12 month FTC immediate start
Role and Responsibilities
* Delivering workstreams on time, scope and budget using Agile/Waterfall approaches.
* Management of the full project life cycle, including set-up, planning, progress reporting to key stakeholders, liaison with multiple stakeholders and third parties, project control and project close.
* Manage a variety of business and vendor tasks to weekly deliverables to keep the project on track.
* Run the daily stand-ups as required, establish if there are any ‘blockers’ and take ownership of issues to get these ‘unblocked’.
* Using detailed project plans using JIRA
* Planning, tracking and mitigation management of scope, milestones, and deliverables.
* Stakeholder mapping and management of plans.
* Ensure key processes are documented, followed, measured, and reported on a regular basis.
* Identify and capture risks and issues, then mitigate or elevate as appropriate.
* Budget management and tracking to ensure project remains within approved budget.
* Sharing project management best practices and processes to continually develop and improve Isio’s project management framework.
Key Skills & Experience
* Project Management Methodologies: Proficiency in Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid frameworks.
* Experience with tools like Jira, Trello, or Microsoft Project.
* Basic knowledge of software development cycles (if managing tech projects).
* Stakeholder Management: Strong communication skills for liaising with clients, developers, actuaries, and senior leadership.
* Conflict resolution and negotiation abilities.
* Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Ability to pivot in fast‑paced environments (e.g., regulatory changes, client demands).
* Significant years in Project/Product Management: Preferably in financial services, consulting, or tech‑driven sectors.
* Track record of delivering projects on time, within scope, and budget.
* Managed teams of developers, designers, analysts, or actuaries.
* Experience in client‑facing roles (e.g., managing stakeholder expectations).
* Certification in PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum.
* Accountable: Takes full ownership of outcomes, not just processes — ensures commitments are delivered.
* Strategic yet hands‑on: Balances long‑term portfolio governance with operational delivery leadership.
* Influential: Builds trust and confidence across senior stakeholders through credibility and transparency.
* Analytical: Uses data and insight to drive decision‑making and performance management.
* Continuous improvement mindset: Seeks ways to strengthen governance, simplify processes, and enhance delivery performance.
Demonstrated Commitment to our Core Purpose
* Power in Partnership: We work in partnership with our clients & each other – building open and trusted relationships. Working together allows us to deliver the best for our clients.
* Future Focus: We want to push our industry forward by solving problems in better ways that benefit both our clients & society.
* Strength in Difference: We work with diverse perspectives to find better solutions. Working with differences makes us stronger.
* People First: We recognise that pensions is a people business. People are the source of Isio’s expertise and it is people’s lives that we affect through our advice.
What we offer you
Isio is a people business, and we’re committed to helping our great colleagues gain a wide variety of experience, significant development opportunities and progression through the business. The variety of work that’ll be available to you will enable you to do this.
You can find out more about Isio and the benefits we offer here Isio - Careers & Benefits.
About Isio
Isio was ‘born’ in 2020 from the sale of KPMG UK’s Pension Practice to a private equity firm. An industry‑leading challenger, we provide diverse expertise spanning Pensions, Investment, Benefits and Wealth to give clients an integrated experience.
Isio is built by challengers, innovators and forward‑thinkers, grounded around a vision which strives to deliver greater financial confidence for everyone. We empower and develop those who join us – valuing curious minds and giving people the freedom to outperform. Known and respected for our agility, we harness specialist experience, bold thinking and the desire to push the boundaries of what we can achieve for our clients, from small to blue chip, public to private.
At Isio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace, in which our colleagues feel they belong, regardless of background or difference. We uphold the values of respect, fairness, and inclusion in our actions and decisions. We believe that by adhering to these principles, we will create a stronger, more innovative, and supportive environment for all, as well as ensuring that the advice and support we provide to our clients is more creative, more insightful and leaves a lasting impact.
We have offices across the UK and many of our roles offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work to help create a work‑life balance that works for you. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for any reason at any stage of your recruitment process, please email hrrecruitment@ISIO.com
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
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