We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to join our SIPP team. The SIPP team continually delivers new product features and service improvements by adapting our internal processes and developing our IT platforms. This role will be responsible for running multiple SIPP-specific development projects, which will be mostly client facing. This is a 12 month fixed term contract. The role is based in our Cheltenham office working on a hybrid basis.
Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of assigned projects or workstreams within the SIPP platform programme
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations
Proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring timely resolution
Identifying potential material changes to projects and managing these through a controlled change management process
Engage and coordinate with stakeholders across technology, operations, and business teams
We would love to hear from you if you have:
Proven experience as a Project Manager within complex programmes
Strong understanding of PMO processes and governance frameworks.
Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile).
Proven leadership skills, able to forge strong working relationships with colleagues and clients and inspire individuals and teams to deliver high quality solutions and outcomes in a high pressure environment
Experience in financial services or pensions industry (SIPP experience highly desirable).
What's In It For You
Competitive discretionary annual bonus
Generous pension scheme
Core benefits for you including private medical cover, life assurance, group income protection, and up to 30 days holiday per year with holiday trading
A comprehensive range of voluntary benefits to suit you (and your family) including an electric car leasing scheme, tech scheme, cycle to work scheme, dental cover, healthcare cash plan, health assessments, critical illness cover, Sports Allowance – we pay up to 50% of your gym/sports membership (up to £50 pm), travel insurance, paid volunteering, and a broad range of retailer discounts
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