Senior Project Manager

Your new company

Working with an organisation that is focussed on making business connectivity as simple as possible. Well established with over 20 years in this market, they've built a resilient, forward-thinking business that puts customers first, powered by the incredible people who make it all happen.They are currently on a growth journey, and are now looking for an experienced, forward-thinking Senior Project Manager to help steer their biggest projects - driving integrations, transformations, and change that shape the future of this organisation.

Your new role

• As the Senior Project Manager, you will
  Own it end-to-end:Take full control of projects, ensuring projects run on time, on budget, and deliver results.
• Collaborate across the business:
• Manage multiple workstreams while partnering with teams in IT, Operations, Finance, HR, and Product.
• Keep everyone aligned:Run check-ins, manage dependencies, and remove blockers, so projects flow smoothly.
• Lead the change:Champion cultural alignment and system adoption using frameworks like ADKAR or Prosci so everything (and everyone) moves forward together.
• Stay on top of risks and compliance:
• Spot issues early, keep projects compliant with GDPR and other regulations, and ensure no detail slips through the cracks.
• Make data your friend:Use (url removed), Excel, Power BI and other tools to track progress, report clearly and tell the project's story.
• Methodology expertise & drive for excellence:Plan, structure, and deliver complex projects using recognised methodologies (PRINCE2, Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid).
• Communicate and influence:Present confidently to senior stakeholders and keep everyone informed and engaged.

What you'll need to succeed

• At least 5 years leading complex, cross-functional projects.
• Experience in IT or telecoms, ideally with business integrations, system upgrades or major organisational change.
• Proven track record of delivering integration projects involving people, processes, systems, data and customers.
• Knowledge of systems consolidation and data migration including CRM, ERP/Finance, billing, or HR platforms.
• Strong governance and reporting skills - you're comfortable running RAID logs, benefits trackers, budgets, and SteerCo packs.
• A PM qualification (PRINCE2 Practitioner, MSP, or PMP advantageous).
• Confidence using tools like MS Project, (url removed), Asana, or similar.
• Ability to pass BPSS and other clearance checks.

What you'll get in return

• Salary: £65K-£85K
• Time off: 33 days, including bank holidays.
• Benefits: Private Medical, enhanced Pension, Income Protection & Life Assurance.
• Flexibility: Flexible core hours and hybrid working 3 days a week in the Solihull or Manchester office.
• Perks: Dog-friendly office

What you need to do now

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