Project Manager (Financial Services)

TL;DR

Project Manager (Financial Services): Leading technology change initiatives for a wealth management business, leveraging Agile and Waterfall methodologies with an accent on defining project plans, budgets, and resource models. Focus on managing complex projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery, mitigating risks, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.

Location: Southampton

Company

hirify.global plc is a leading wealth management business, overseeing £126.3 billion in customer investments.

What you will do

• Lead complex technology change projects using best-practice methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Define project plans, budgets, and resource models.
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful outcomes.
• Monitor project progress against KPIs and take corrective actions.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and influence decision-making.
• Coach and develop team members to enhance capability.

Requirements

• Essential: APMQ or MSP or equivalent certification required.
• Proven project management experience in Financial Services required.
• Skilled in managing virtual teams and third-party vendors.
• Strong knowledge of Agile and IT delivery lifecycles.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate under pressure and drive results.

Nice to have

• Evidence of equivalent experience in Financial Services.

Culture & Benefits

• 26 days of holiday (182 hours).
• Opportunity to participate in the hirify.global Incentive Scheme.
• Non-contributory company pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits package available for UK employees via salary deduction.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunities.
• Values: Do the right thing, Always curious, Embrace challenge, Stronger together.