Project Manager

Experienced Project Manager (Contractor) London This is an opportunity to lead the delivery of a highly innovative financial advice initiative within a regulated financial services environment. You will play a key role in shaping a programme from an early stage, bringing structure, pace, and clarity to a complex cross-functional project with significant business impact. The Company They are a growing financial services organisation focused on helping customers make better long-term financial decisions through digital-first products and services. Operating within a regulated environment, they combine technology, customer insight, and strong governance to deliver innovative solutions at scale. This assignment will support the launch of a new advice-related service, requiring close collaboration across technology, compliance, risk, and business teams. The Role and Deliverables Lead programme delivery for a major financial advice initiative, ensuring alignment across business and technology functions. Drive programme planning, prioritisation, governance, and delivery execution within a rapidly evolving environment. Chair senior governance forums and communicate programme progress, risks, and key decisions to executive stakeholders. Partner with Product, Engineering, Compliance, Risk, Legal, and Insights teams to manage dependencies and maintain delivery momentum. Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring appropriate controls are considered throughout the programme lifecycle. Adapt plans and delivery approaches as requirements evolve while maintaining stakeholder confidence and project focus. Your Skills & Experience Strong experience delivering complex technology programmes within regulated financial services environments. Deep understanding of wealth management, financial products, customer journeys, and the associated regulatory landscape. Demonstrated capability leading large-scale initiatives involving cross-functional stakeholders and evolving requirements. Experience navigating regulatory considerations related to financial advice and guidance services. Ability to manage scope, priorities, and stakeholder expectations within structured change management frameworks. Confidence engaging with senior leadership and executive stakeholders, including leading governance forums and steering committees. Strong judgement, problem-solving skills, and the ability to operate effectively in ambiguous or fast-changing environments. Proven track record of proactively managing programme risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges. How to Apply If you are an experienced Project Manager with strong financial services and technology programme delivery expertise, apply today to learn more about this contract opportunity.