Project Manager

Financial Crime Project Manager London - 3 days required in the office Contract - 6 months Competitive Day Rate An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Crime Project Manager to join a leading Investment Management organisation in London, working on a pivotal initiative that will shape the future of compliance and risk management. This contract role offers you the chance to make a significant impact by overseeing the delivery of key project milestones within a highly regulated environment. You will benefit from flexible working arrangements, with three days required in the office, allowing you to balance professional growth with personal commitments. The organisation is renowned for its supportive culture, commitment to professional development, and collaborative approach, making it an ideal place for those who value teamwork and knowledge sharing. If you are passionate about financial crime prevention and thrive in environments where your attention to detail and organisational skills can shine, this is the perfect next step in your career.

• Play a central role in delivering a high-profile Financial Crime initiative that directly contributes to regulatory compliance and organisational integrity.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities with a blend of office-based collaboration and remote work, supporting your work-life balance and wellbeing.
• Join a knowledgeable team that values cooperation, continuous learning, and open communication, ensuring you have the support needed to excel.

What you'll do: As a Financial Crime Project Manager based in London, you will be at the heart of a transformative programme designed to enhance compliance processes within the organisation. Your day-to-day activities will involve close coordination with stakeholders at all levels, from preparing impactful presentations for executive committees to tracking detailed action items resulting from key meetings. You will play an instrumental role in managing risks and issues proactively, ensuring that potential challenges are identified early and addressed collaboratively. By maintaining up-to-date project documentation and governance records using industry-standard tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint, you will help drive clarity across teams. Your ability to communicate clearly with both technical experts and senior leaders will be essential as you provide regular updates on project status. Success in this role will come from your commitment to thoroughness, your collaborative spirit when engaging with colleagues across departments, and your dedication to delivering results that uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance.

• Take full ownership of preparing and producing comprehensive Steering Committee decks that align with stakeholder expectations and facilitate informed decision-making.
• Maintain a centralised log of actions arising from workshops, meetings, and governance forums, ensuring all follow-ups are tracked and completed promptly.
• Oversee the ongoing management of project risks and issues by updating logs regularly and escalating critical concerns as appropriate to ensure timely resolution.
• Coordinate closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across various functions to monitor progress on deliverables and provide gentle reminders when deadlines approach.
• Ensure all project documentation and governance artefacts are meticulously maintained in accordance with PMO standards, supporting transparency and accountability.
• Deliver regular status updates to senior management, highlighting progress against milestones as well as any emerging risks or dependencies that require attention.
• Utilise Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and SharePoint effectively for documentation management, communication, and collaborative tasks.
• Foster positive relationships with cross-functional teams by facilitating clear communication channels and encouraging cooperative problem-solving.
• Support the implementation of best practices in project governance by adhering to established frameworks while remaining adaptable to evolving requirements.

What you bring: To excel as a Financial Crime Project Manager in this role, you will bring substantial experience overseeing projects within highly regulated settings-ideally within financial services or asset management. Your proven track record demonstrates not only technical expertise but also an empathetic approach when collaborating with diverse teams. You possess advanced skills in using Microsoft Office applications for both analysis and presentation purposes while leveraging SharePoint for seamless information sharing. Your communication style is clear yet considerate; you know how to convey complex updates succinctly without losing sight of stakeholder needs. A background involving financial crime prevention initiatives such as AML or KYC would be advantageous but is not essential if you have demonstrated adaptability across other compliance-driven projects. Above all else, your reliability shines through your consistent follow-through on commitments-making you someone others trust when navigating challenging timelines or shifting priorities.

• Proven experience managing projects within fast-paced and regulated environments where attention to detail is paramount.
• Investment Management industry experience desired.
• Exceptional organisational abilities that enable you to independently oversee multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy under pressure.
• Demonstrated capability in tracking actions, managing risks, and handling dependencies efficiently throughout complex projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that foster effective collaboration with cross-functional teams as well as senior stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly PowerPoint and Excel) alongside strong familiarity with SharePoint for document management.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills tailored for governance reporting and stakeholder engagement.

What sets this company apart: This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member's contribution is valued. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements that promote wellbeing while enabling meaningful collaboration during office days. The company invests heavily in training opportunities so staff can continually expand their knowledge base-whether through formal courses or informal knowledge-sharing sessions among peers. With a reputation for nurturing talent from within, employees are encouraged to pursue new challenges supported by approachable leadership who prioritise open dialogue over hierarchy. The culture here is built on mutual respect: people genuinely care about each other's success both professionally and personally. As part of this team, you'll find yourself surrounded by dependable colleagues who share your passion for upholding ethical standards while driving positive change across the business landscape.

What's next: If you are ready to take on an impactful role where your expertise can truly make a difference in financial crime prevention, we encourage you to apply now! Apply today by clicking on the link provided-your next rewarding challenge awaits. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to support you. Please reach out to us at adjustments@robertwalters.com to discuss further.