Strategic Project Manager

Strategic Project Manager - FTCDepartment: FinanceEmployment Type: Fixed Term ContractLocation: LondonReporting To: Strategy DirectorCompensation: GBP 85,000 - GBP 90,000 / yearDescriptionReward Gateway, part of Edenred, is a global leader in benefits and employee engagement. We help businesses attract, engage, and retain top talent through strategic reward, recognition, and well-being solutions. Guided by our shared missions-'Making the World a Better Place to Work' and 'Enriching Connections, For Good'-we're committed to transforming workplaces and improving people's daily lives. Our team embodies entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and respect. We push boundaries, speak up, and stay human, fostering a culture where imagination thrives. Your Role in our Mission We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Project Manager to join our dynamic team on an initial 12-month basis with potential to make this a permanent role upon review.This role is pivotal in driving transformation through a hybrid strategic project management model, enabling strategic decision-making, and managing change across complex, multinational environments. The ideal candidate will bring a comprehensive understanding of financial flows between countries, a strong ability to synthesize information into actionable options, and a 360-degree view of challenges and opportunities. What's In It For Me? A chance to be part of an extremely well established, stable and high growth 'Unicorn' SaaS company with over 50 benefits in our employee benefits package including: A flexible holiday plan of up to 40 days per yearGBP 400 a year Wellbeing AllowancePrivate Medical Insurance Allowance for professional development books, E-books, podcastsSubstantial bonus payments for a number of life events including pet adoption, wedding/civil ceremony, new family, retirementEmployee, friends and family discounts across 1200+ retail, hospitality and lifestyle brandsFlexible, Hybrid Working: Collaboration, connection as a team, and strong internal stakeholder relationships are part of the "RG Magic" that makes our culture thrive. Our Finance team works from our Dean Street office two days per week. What You'll be Doing:Strategic Project Management & Leadership Lead and manage strategic projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and global financial considerations. Operate within a hybrid strategic project management model, acting as a Centre of Excellence for project governance, tools, training, and standards. Ensure project frameworks incorporate cross-border financial flow awareness, compliance, and risk mitigation. Collaborate with stakeholders to define scope, objectives, and deliverables, bringing well-researched options to decision-making forums. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies. Monitor progress, identify issues, and implement corrective actions, ensuring transparency and alignment with strategic goals. Decision Enablement & Problem Solving Provide 360-degree analysis of project challenges, integrating financial, operational, and strategic perspectives. Bring data-driven insights and options to meetings, enabling informed decision-making by leadership. Prepare and present reports that highlight key achievements, risks, and strategic recommendations. Change Function Lead the implementation of the new Target Operating Model (TOM), ensuring alignment with strategic and financial goals. Develop and execute change management strategies to facilitate smooth transitions and adoption of the TOM. Build and optimize processes that support the TOM and enhance cross-functional collaboration.Experience and Skills You Need in this Role:Proven experience in managing strategic projects within a multinational organization.Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills. Exceptional ability to build and optimize operational processes. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Proven experience managing change in complex, dynamic environments. Proficiency in project management tools and software. Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to evolving priorities. The Interview Process:Screening call with member of the Talent Acquisition Team Final stage interview with Strategy DirectorAt Reward Gateway | Edenred, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you have any specific requirements or need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment journey, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know. Your needs are important to us, and we want to ensure an equitable experience for every candidate. Be comfortable. Be you. We want every employee to feel comfortable bringing their passion, creativity and individuality to work. We value all cultures, backgrounds and experiences, because we believe diversity drives innovation and makes us stronger. Our approach to hiring and building teams is about more than filling roles - it's about creating an environment where everyone can thrive, feel supported, and contribute to our mission of making the world a better place to work