Senior Manager, Project Management

3 weeks ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom Pontoon Solutions Full time

Project Manager
9 Month Contract (Initial)
Hybrid Working
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.
They are currently looking for a Project Manager to join them for an initial 9-month contract. However, there may be scope for extension or even a more permanent opportunity.
You will be joining the Fund Change team, part of the Investments Change Team to deliver projects within Insurance & Wealth division. From a product perspective we work across all funds (SWL and SWWS) however majority of the work sits within the SW Life & Pensions or ESG (Environmental, Sustainability & Governance) Responsible Investments space.
Typical projects include fund closures, fund launches, changes to fund charges, transferring assets, restructuring funds, changes to fund names, aims, objectives, risk profiles, mergers, share class conversions, suspensions and unsuspensions, and changes to fund managers. We also deliver investment related regulatory change projects.
Knowledge of Fund Performance Analysis and Reporting
Experience of Asset / Fund transition
Experience in handling cost, timescale, quality for multiple projects.
· Ability to control project finances, plans and dependencies for implementations.
· Understanding of the requirements for project standards and documentation including timelines, status/risk/issue reporting and communication, exception reporting and artefact sign off.
· Experience of building strong working relationships both internally and externally.
· Manage, motivate and develop successful project teams.
· Excellent stakeholder management and ability to engage stakeholders to ascertain requirements, and supply deliverables and solutions that meet those requirements.
Strong knowledge of the principles and frameworks of successful programme and project management, and the ability to adapt to suit the needs of the organisation and programme environment.
Experienced in managing own time and other resources to ensure delivery to agreed business plans within cost, quality and timescale objectives, ensuring that the benefits identified in the business case can be realised.
CFA / IMC qualification an advantage
This is a hybrid working role, with a requirement to work from the clients Edinburgh office at least 2 days a week.


  • Project Manager

    7 days ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Association for Project Management Full time

    We are currwently recruiting for a Project Manager with Slipform Experience. General duties are below. You must be able to travel, as our client has projects in Dublin, Cumbria and Scotland Overseeing the planning and delivery of construction projects Ensuring that work is completed on time and within budget Organising logistics, delegating work...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Conrad Consulting Ltd Full time

    Conrad Consulting is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our client working on Water and Infrastructure projects across Scotland. Sparked your interest? Read on for more details. Our Client: Independent multi-disciplinary consultancy who have offices throughout the UK working with clients in both the public and private...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Lorien Full time

    **Senior Project Manager** Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to join their Edinburgh based team on an initial 6 months contract. **MUST BE ABLE TO GO TO EDINBURGH OFFICE WEEKLY** Key responsibilities: - Strong hands on Project Management experience - Financial Services / Life and Pensions background - Business change...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Conrad Consulting Ltd Full time

    Conrad Consulting is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our client working on Water and Infrastructure projects across Scotland. Sparked your interest? Read on for more details.Our Client: Independent multi-disciplinary consultancy who have offices throughout the UK working with clients in both the public and private...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Stellar Omada Full time

    Job Title: Project Manager - Payroll Migration Location: Stellar Omada is one of Scotland’s fastest-growing IT Services companies, specializing in Programme Delivery, Testing Services, Digital Transformation, and Innovation. Our focus on supporting the Scottish digital economy and development of digital and technology education sets us apart. Project...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Stellar Omada Full time

    Job Title: Project Manager - Payroll Migration Location: Stellar Omada is one of Scotland’s fastest-growing IT Services companies, specializing in Programme Delivery, Testing Services, Digital Transformation, and Innovation. Our focus on supporting the Scottish digital economy and development of digital and technology education sets us apart. Project...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Stellar Omada Full time

    Job Description Job Title: Project Manager - Payroll Migration Stellar Omada is one of Scotland’s fastest-growing IT Services companies, specializing in Programme Delivery, Testing Services, Digital Transformation, and Innovation. Our focus on supporting the Scottish digital economy and development of digital and technology education sets us apart. ...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Lorien Full time

    Senior Project Manager - Edinburgh - 6 Month Contract Lorien's Public Sector client are currently recruiting for a Senior Project Manager to join on a 6 month initial contract, inside IR35. Assignment Description: Manage the project plan, risks and multidisciplinary project teams for the SAAS implementation project which includes activities to...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom eFinancialCareers Full time

    **SeniorProject Manager - Regulatory Change - Financial Services - Remote Working** My client is a leading UK Banking Group, offering financial products across Retail, Business, Private, Wealth and Investment Banking. Sitting across Retail & Commercial banking, there is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, business change focused,Project Manager to...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Primis Full time

    Job Description Job Title: Project Manager Edinburgh (hybrid) Primis is currently partnered with a leading technology company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that empower businesses in the UK. Their team is comprised of talented individuals who thrive in fast paced environments and are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Contract Scotland Full time

    A leading provider of engineering solutions, specialising in mechanical and electrical services, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager for upcoming work in the west of Scotland. As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex engineering projects from conception to completion....


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Ross-Shire Engineering Full time

    What Are We Looking For Our Water Technologies team is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join the team in our office in Edinburgh. You will be responsible for planning, executing and finalising projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiringresources and co-ordinating the efforts of team members and third-party...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Lorien Full time

    Senior Project Manager - Edinburgh - 6 Month Contract Lorien's Public Sector client are currently recruiting for a Senior Project Manager to join on a 6 month initial contract, inside IR35. Assignment Description: Manage the project plan, risks and multidisciplinary project teams for the SAAS implementation project which includes activities to complete...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

    Company Description At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society. Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Consunet Pty Ltd. Full time

    As the most senior project manager in the team, the successful applicant will allocate time to both defence project management and nurturing the project management discipline itself. Project management activities will focus on ensuring the successful delivery and sustainment of a major defence project. Nurturing of the project management discipline will...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom HSBC Full time

    Job Title: Senior Project Manager Migration Project Duration: Dec 2024 Edinburgh / Hybrid Pay Rate: Competitive Via PAYE or Umbrella / Inside IR35 This role is responsible for E2E project management and delivery of the client on-boarding and change projects in Securities Services achieving the agreed scope, time, cost and quality outcomes for the...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom HSBC Full time

    Job Description Job Title: Senior Project Manager Migration Project Edinburgh / Hybrid Pay Rate: Competitive Via PAYE or Umbrella / Inside IR35 This role is responsible for E2E project management and delivery of the client on-boarding and change projects in Securities Services achieving the agreed scope, time, cost and quality outcomes for the...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom HSBC Full time

    Job Title: Senior Project Manager Migration Project Duration: Dec 2024 Edinburgh / Hybrid Pay Rate: Competitive Via PAYE or Umbrella / Inside IR35 This role is responsible for E2E project management and delivery of the client on-boarding and change projects in Securities Services achieving the agreed scope, time, cost and quality outcomes for the...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Gold Group Full time

    Role: Lab Services Senior Project Manager What will you be doing as a Lab Services Senior Project Manager? As the Lab Services Senior Project Manager, you will helm the strategic planning, seamless coordination, and meticulous oversight of diverse laboratory endeavours within a vibrant scientific milieu. Collaborating closely with scientists, Department...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Gold Group Full time

    Role: Lab Services Senior Project Manager What will you be doing as a Lab Services Senior Project Manager? As the Lab Services Senior Project Manager, you will helm the strategic planning, seamless coordination, and meticulous oversight of diverse laboratory endeavours within a vibrant scientific milieu. Collaborating closely with scientists, Department...