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Title: Project Manager (Fixed Term Contract)

Location: London
Duration 12 months (Potential to be extended)
Working Pattern: Full Time

Overview:
Our client, a leader in the Financial Services sector, is seeking a skilled Project Manager to join their dynamic team. This role is critical in ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects while adhering to the regulatory framework and business objectives. If you have a passion for project management and a strong background in financial services, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the project lifecycle activities for medium to high-risk projects that impact multiple departments across EMEA.
Ensure compliance with the organisation's governance framework, maintaining transparency and oversight throughout the project.
Manage project budgets and timelines, delivering results within the specified quality standards and minimal business impact.
Collaborate with diverse project teams, motivating and guiding them to achieve project goals effectively.
Develop and execute project artefacts, including business cases, regulatory requirements, roadmaps, and implementation plans.
Identify risks and issues, escalating them as necessary to ensure timely resolutions.
Foster strong relationships with C-level sponsors and provide regular updates on project status and complexities.
Adapt to ongoing changes and document impacts on existing policies and procedures, ensuring all stakeholders are informed.

Required Qualifications:

Degree-level education or significant specialist knowledge in project management.
Industry-recognised project management qualifications (PMP, APM) are preferred.
Proven experience delivering projects in the Financial Services sector, particularly in Trade Finance.
Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks affecting financial services and banking activities.
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate diverse teams, ensuring effective collaboration and timely delivery.

Skills and Competencies:

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate, resolve conflicts, and coach team members.
Strong written and oral communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly and diplomatically.
Proven experience in team building and management, with a practical approach to project tasks.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
Experience with system upgrades and change management is highly desirable.Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you