Location
London Area, United Kingdom
Salary
Not specified
Type
fulltime
Posted
Today
Job Description
About the Opportunity
Our client is a tier-one, global financial and legal services provider that serves as a standard-bearer for the world’s largest institutional investors, private equity firms, and multinational corporations.
With an elite network of professionals across major financial hubs in the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, they offer an unparalleled environment for interdisciplinary growth and cross-cultural career development. We are currently seeking a high-caliber
Senior IT Project Manager
to join their established Project Management Office (PMO) based out of the Cayman Islands
The Role
Operating within a mature corporate PMO structure and reporting directly to internal IT PMO Leadership, the Senior IT Project Manager will take full ownership of medium-to-large-scale software and technology projects. This is a high-visibility role requiring someone who can bridge the gap between technical delivery teams and senior business stakeholders to ensure the seamless deployment of state-of-the-art enterprise software solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Delivery:
Direct the full lifecycle of multiple concurrent technology initiatives utilizing Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid frameworks.
- Stakeholder Navigation:
Act as a trusted advisor to project sponsors, product owners, and executive leadership; facilitate prioritization discussions, manage delivery expectations, and effectively navigate change.
- Project Controls \& Governance:
Maintain rigorous project documentation, artifacts, and compliance within the firm's internal delivery framework using modern portfolio management (PPM) tools.
- Financial \& Risk Stewardship:
Oversee project budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Proactively identify, mitigate, and escalate risks, dependencies, and resource constraints.
- Team Leadership:
Lead cross-functional working groups, project stand-ups, and retrospectives; foster a collaborative environment while driving accountability across distributed, multi-disciplinary teams.
What You Bring
- Education \& Credentials:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. Active PMP, PMI-ACP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management credentials. A Prosci or related Change Management certification is highly desirable.
- Professional Experience:
A proven track record as an IT Project Manager delivering diverse, high-quality software projects (both custom in-house builds and vendor-packaged solutions) within a regulated or professional services environment (e.g., legal, financial services, or global consulting).
- Technical \& Methodological Acumen:
Strong foundational knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) alongside a solid understanding of core IT infrastructure/operations and corporate delivery frameworks.
- Communication Style:
Exceptional relationship-building and conflict-resolution skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence senior management and push back on scope creep or change requests when necessary.
What’s on Offer
Our client is committed to attracting world-class talent and offers a comprehensive, highly competitive compensation package designed to support your holistic well-being:
- Premium global health, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous annual leave and vacation packages
- Sponsored professional development, certifications, and continuous learning programs
- Robust retirement savings/pension structures and life insurance
- Comprehensive corporate wellness programs and mental health support
To Apply
If you meet the criteria and are ready for a rewarding career move to a premier offshore financial hub, please submit your CV for a confidential discussion.
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