IT Project Manager

Summary: The IT Project Manager will lead the Strategic Technology Sourcing Project within a dynamic organization, ensuring the alignment of technology partnerships with strategic goals. This role involves managing multiple workstreams, adhering to governance standards, and effectively communicating with stakeholders. The position is a full-time, two-year contract based in London with a hybrid working arrangement. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in technology project management and procurement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply governance standards and controls throughout the project.
• Coordinate all internal aspects of the Strategic Technology Sourcing Project.
• Oversee all project stages, including procurement and transition activities.
• Work with stakeholders to establish internal reporting requirements.
• Schedule and facilitate meetings with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure clarity on deliverables and timelines for all stakeholders, including IT, Finance, Procurement, Legal, and Communications.
• Maintain a risk register and develop risk mitigation plans.
• Establish governance protocols and key decision dates.
• Develop a project-specific communication plan to keep stakeholders informed.
• Present project updates to staff and senior stakeholders.
• Integrate procurement schedules with the master project programme.
• Lead Steering Committee meetings and provide visibility to the Executive Team.
• Manage multiple stakeholders and shifting priorities effectively.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in managing technology projects from inception to closure.
• Strong background in technology procurement and understanding of the unique challenges involved.
• Financial acumen with expertise in budgetary control and detailed financial reporting.
• Proficiency in planning and schedule management using MSP.
• Ability to connect and engage key stakeholders across the organisation.
• Knowledge of governance, standards, and controls in project management.
• Experience in risk management with effective communication of risks to stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills capable of influencing at senior levels.
• Relevant qualifications such as APMP Practitioner, Prince2, or Prince Agile.
• Experience with Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid delivery methodologies.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT