M&G Global Services - Project Manager

Reporting to Head of Delivery & Management Office, seeking a highly organized and dynamic project manager to oversee and manage a variety of projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, executing and finalizing projects according to deadlines and within budget. The purpose of this role is to provide objective advice, expertise and specialist skills with the aim of creating value, maximising growth or improving the business performance of the clients specifically in the area of project management and governance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex projects, developing project framework, model and plans, and optimizing target operating models.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities

- Lead and manage multiple projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope and within budget

- Oversee and manage all stages of the project, from initial analysis and strategy formulation to execution and post deployment evaluation

- Develop detailed project plans including defining project scope, goals and deliverables

- Coordinate with internal and external resources and teams to ensure efficient project execution

- Communicate regularly with stakeholders and team members regarding project status, risks and issues

- Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and clients. Secure necessary approvals, ensure alignment, and address concerns in a timely manner

- Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant legal, financial and regulatory requirements

- Design and facilitate training programs for both internal teams and clients.

- Identify, assess and mitigate risks and issues related to the project. Proactively develop contingency plans and manage any challenges that arise during project lifecycle

- Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness. Collect feedback from stakeholders to refine future projects and related strategies

- Set up, own and execute proper project governance, monitor project performance and prepare reports for management including steering committee, project meetings, issuing packs and minutes.

- Manage project budgets, including tracking expenses and ensuring projects stay within financial constraints

- Continually looking to drive down costs, implement lean initiatives, looking at new opportunities and innovation for both the company and our customers

- Experience working with multiple teams and doing program resource planning, financial planning and risk management will be added advantage.

Knowledge & Skills:

- Strong Project Management skills with a proven track record of managing large multi-year projects

- Organisational skills to produce executive level packs and minutes for a formal governance group

- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with a keen focus on details, quality and timelines

- Strong communication skills verbally and in writing so that key messages are understood

- Ability to exert control of project risk by application of stage gates

- Experience in managing knowledge transfer, Capacity Planning, Budget Management and Resources Planning

- Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, JIRA, SNOW etc.)

- Understanding of Power BI/other visualisation tools

- Ability to conduct workshops using Design Thinking technique

Experience:

- 10+ years of project management experience with a focus on managing complex projects

- Proven experience in developing and executing project plans and strategies

- Experience of managing projects involving Investments / Asset management domain/Migration/ Technology and Cloud transformation

- Ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and adherence to project timelines and budgets

- Application of project methodologies in a mature change environment.

- Cost tracking of a multi-million pound project

Educational Qualification:

- Graduate / Post Graduate in any discipline.

- PMP certification or equivalent

- Investment Banking / Asset management related certifications is a plus