Project Manager
Job Title: Project Manager Company: Evolution Money Location: Manchester City Centre Job Type: Full-time Basic Salary: £60 - £70,000 pa About Us: Evolution Money is a Certified B Corp with a social purpose. At Evolution Money, our mission is to redefine financial inclusion by providing bespoke lending solutions to UK homeowners. We are committed to empowering individuals and fostering long-term financial well-being. Through innovative and purpose-driven approaches, we aim to challenge traditional norms and create a pathway for those who might be overlooked by conventional financial institutions.The Role: As our Project Manager you’ll lead the successful delivery of key technology transformation projects across the organisation, taking ownership of project scope, timelines, budgets and outcomes. You’ll work closely with technical teams, business stakeholders and third-party suppliers to ensure projects are delivered effectively and in line with organisational priorities.Working with clients, stakeholders and delivery teams, you’ll apply Agile and traditional project management approaches to maintain progress, manage risks and ensure delivery remains on track and within budget.The role requires a hands-on approach, including the completion of project support activities such as reporting, requirements gathering, process mapping and maintaining project documentation.This is an opportunity for an experienced Project Manager who enjoys leading teams, resolving delivery challenges and driving successful technology project outcomes.Key Responsibilities
- Create and manage detailed project plans, clearly defining scope, timelines, deliverables and resource requirements in line with organisational objectives.
- Ensure all project activities are delivered in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and PMO standards.
- Ensure project delivery complies with relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and professional standards.
- Lead and coordinate project teams, assigning responsibilities, supporting delivery and driving progress against agreed milestones.
- Monitor, track and report on project performance, including progress against timelines, budgets, resources, risks and key deliverables.
- Develop and maintain project documentation, templates, forms and records to support effective governance and delivery.
- Oversee the accurate collection, maintenance and storage of project-related records and client information in line with organisational confidentiality and privacy policies.
- Ensure project personnel records are appropriately maintained, securely stored and treated confidentially.
- Identify, assess and manage risks associated with project activities, implementing appropriate controls and mitigation actions.
- Manage the project closure process, including completion of documentation, capture of lessons learned, transition to business-as-usual and stakeholder handover.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a Project Manager in a fast-paced environment, preferably within financial services (mortgages specifically)
- Strong understanding of SDLC and application delivery.
- Experience with Agile and traditional PM methodologies.
- Excellent communication, presentation and training delivery skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels and with different learning styles
- Ability to multi-task and deliver multiple projects on an ongoing basis
- Excellent attention to detail, analytical and data interrogation
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Project, Visio, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
- Up to date and working knowledge of all relevant legislation and regulation as stipulated by the FCA
- Must be prepared to complete requirement gathering, process mapping, project documentation etc themselves and not rely on stakeholders or support to complete
- Up to 25 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Your birthday off, every year!
- A healthcare cash plan
- A contributory pensions scheme, matched up to 5%
- Long Service Awards
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life Assurance