Technical Project Manager / Engineering Lead
Overview We are seeking a senior Engineering Lead / Technical Delivery Lead to drive delivery across a strategic portfolio of enterprise risk and compliance platforms. The role spans a mature RegTech (Obligation to Control) implementation entering build, alongside an earlier-stage Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) initiative focused on prototyping and roadmap definition.This is a non-hands-on leadership role, requiring strong delivery discipline, the ability to translate complex regulatory and business requirements into executable scope, and confidence operating as the primary UK-based engineering contact in a regulated, enterprise environment.Details Location - LondonRate - up to £750/day Inside IR35 via UmbrellaHybrid - 3 days / weekDuration - Initially until year-end (multi-year project)Key Responsibilities
- Act as the single engineering lead across risk and compliance delivery initiatives
- Translate high-level regulatory and business requirements into clear technical scope and delivery plans
- Lead end-to-end delivery governance covering design, build, implementation, and readiness
- Define feasibility, scope boundaries, and delivery approach for TPRM prototype / POC
- Orchestrate architects, BAs, engineers, risk, compliance, and vendor teams
- Engage senior UK-based stakeholders and drive progress with minimal direction
Key Skills & Experience Essential
- Experience as an Engineering Lead, Technical Delivery Lead, or Senior Technical Project Manager
- Strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle
- Proven ability to assess feasibility, scope, and delivery approach
- Experience delivering workflow, case management, or integration-led solutions
- Comfortable coordinating multiple teams rather than building hands-on
- Strong stakeholder management in complex, regulated environments
- Experience in risk, compliance, controls, or RegTech programmes
- Strong Financial Services Experience
Desirable
- Exposure to Oracle (ERP / PaaS) and/or Microsoft Power Platform
- Familiarity with SaaS platforms and enterprise architecture
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