Job Description
Role Summary
Aubay is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to join our global client in the Financial Services sector. This role requires someone passionate about delivering high-quality solutions across the full project lifecycle - from ideation through to transition and handover. The ideal candidate will be a strong collaborator, capable of connecting the dots between scope, product, requirements, architecture/design, cross-functional delivery teams, end-to-end planning, and governance. We're looking for someone who excels in stakeholder management, thrives under pressure, and can motivate both themselves and others to achieve results in complex environments.
This role requires the successful candidate to be onsite in Solihull three days a week; this is a non-negotiable requirement.
Required Skills and Experience
* Agile Project Management, Scrum and/or PRINCE2 Certification
* Over 7+ years of experience managing simultaneous complex programmes/projects within Financial Services
* Experience of working within a matrix management programme and Business as Usual (BAU) environment, Cost estimation, High level plan, Detail Component level plan, RACI & RAIDS.
* Previous experience with large-scale cloud migration programmes
* Broad knowledge of IT platforms and technologies
* Knowledge of Software Application Development in both Waterfall & Agile
* Self-starter who will work on their own initiative and drive others
* Delivery-focused / results-driven with effective problem-solving and leadership skills
* Effective risk assessment and management
* Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management ability
* Proven budget control and cost management experience
* Understanding of key legal and compliance regulations
* Strong MS |Office Product skills including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Microsoft Test Manager (MTM), Team Foundation Server (TFS) etc.
Desirable Skills / Experience
* Previous experience in motor Finance
* Previous experience with cloud architecture
* Agile project lifecycle
* Finance platforms
Key Role Responsibilities
* Follow the established Project Management Methodology and produce key project documentation.
* Create, manage, and deliver: End-to-end project scope and planning
* Governance covering Security, Data, Finance, Compliance, Risk, Controls, Operations, PMO, and BAU transition
* RAID logs and RACI matrices
* Manage stakeholders, budgets, suppliers, core project teams, and cross-functional delivery teams.
* Prepare project documentation including status updates, exception reports, and specialist briefings.
* Identify, secure, and deploy internal and external resources effectively.
* Monitor progress against the project plan, adjusting as needed to ensure on-time delivery.
* Oversee and review work packages at each phase of the project lifecycle.
* Lead day-to-day management of teams, workstreams, and delivery to meet project goals.
* Run regular checkpoints and communication with clients, partners, third parties, and internal stakeholders.
* Proactively identify and manage risks, conduct risk assessments, and define contingency plans.
* Support decision-making in collaboration with the Project Sponsor and Steering Group.
* Adapt management style to team dynamics and project complexity.
* Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
* Maintain strong stakeholder relationships, adjusting approach as situations evolve.
* Ensure full compliance with legal, regulatory, and data protection obligations.
* Commit to personal development and required training in line with project and company standards.
About Aubay UK – Ahead of Innovation!
Aubay UK is a recognised InSourcing Partner for client-side deployment delivered across London. Our team, based in Canary Wharf, specialises in hiring IT professionals within London’s Energy and FinTech sectors, helping our clients to expand their operations with top-tier talent who are experts in their fields. We work exclusively with clients who are globally recognized as Energy Super Majors/Financial Services and innovative FinTech players.
Aubay UK is the most recently started branch of Aubay Group. Aubay Group is an international Digital Services Company, listed on a Euronext Stock Exchange, who have been operating for 25 years in the European market and working alongside some of the biggest names in the Banking, Finance, Insurance, Energy, IT/Digital, Manufacturing, Transport and Telecoms sectors. With over 7,800 employees across 7 countries and 16 offices in England, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Italy, Spain, and Portugal, Aubay Group generated revenues of €513 million in 2022.
What Aubay UK Offers
At Aubay UK, people are at the heart of our business. We offer a competitive remuneration package which includes a range of benefits. You will receive continuous support from our dedicated team of Talent Acquisition Specialists who will support your career development and success during your assignment with our client. Other benefits include:
* 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
* Pension scheme
* Work from home opportunities
* Access to Udemy training platform and conferences • Discount on winter sports holiday at www.aero1607.com
* Opportunity to work directly for the client at the end of assignment
Our Client
Our client is a leading finance provider in the UK and Europe and is part of one of the world’s largest financial entities. In this fast-paced digital-first world, our client provides responsible consumer finance solutions in a B2B and B2C capacity and offer a variety of creative strategies and adaptable lending choices that convert aspirations into reality. Their vision is to be a driver of positive change and to provide helpful and affordable finance options that customers can trust and use every day.
Over the last 50 years, our client has built a portfolio of over 27 million clients and employs more than 20,000 employees globally, with a team of around 700 here in the UK. With their firm focus on creating a leading working environment with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and CSR, our client has been recognised as one of the top employers in the UK for three consecutive years.
Apply via our website - www.aubay.co.uk
This role requires you to be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
Aubay UK is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.