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Senior Project Manager

2 months ago


Leeds, United Kingdom GBS Global Applied Knowledge Full time
Senior Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to join our team within the Higher Education sector.

The successful candidate will lead and deliver complex projects in alignment with the GBS (Global Banking School) project governance framework, aimed at enhancing our academic and administrative systems, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and industry standards.

This role is pivotal in driving transformative initiatives that improve student experiences, operational efficiency, and educational outcomes.

 

This is a full time on site role.

 

Main Responsibilities

  • Project Leadership: Lead end-to-end project management for large-scale initiatives, from initiation through delivery and post-implementation review, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with academic leaders, administrative staff, IT teams, and external partners to define project goals, gather requirements, and ensure alignment with institutional priorities.
  • Resource Management: Oversee the allocation and utilisation of resources, including personnel, technology, and finances, to optimise project outcomes.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise impact on project timelines and objectives.
  • Reporting: Provide regular updates to senior management and governance bodies on project status, including progress, risks, and budget performance.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure that all project deliverables meet the highest quality standards and comply with relevant regulations (e.g. B3, GDPR) and accreditation requirements.
  • Change Management: Lead change management efforts, including training and communication strategies, to ensure successful adoption of new systems and processes.
  • Finance Management: Understanding of budgeting, financial planning, and cost-benefit analysis in project management.

Requirements
  • Extensive experience in project management, with at least 1 year in the Higher Education sector.
  • Deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within Higher Education, including familiarity with academic and administrative processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels of the organisation.
    • Experience of managing multiple projects at different stages, concurrently 
    • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and demonstrate flexibility 
  • Experience and with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, or similar) and understanding of a range of Project Management approaches including Agile, Waterfall and Prince2 with formal training in one or more of these methodologies
  • Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Information Technology, Education).

 

Desirable Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology)
  • Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or Agile certification.
  • Experience in leading organisational change initiatives within a Higher Education setting.
  • Familiarity with educational technology solutions and their implementation.

 

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