Project Manager (11160)

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Investec is a distinctive Specialist Bank serving clients principally in the UK and South Africa. Our culture gives us our edge: we work hard to find colleagues who'll think out of the ordinary and we put them in environments where they'll flourish. We combine a flat structure with a focus on internal mobility. If you can bring an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to learn and collaborate to your work, this could be the boost your career deserves.

We are looking for a Project Manager to help our regulatory programme succeed by ensuring effective change delivery. This role focuses on coordinating project efforts, managing risks, and overseeing budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the regulatory programme manager to support successful change delivery.
• Coordinate project materials, including steering packs and board packs.
• Develop project delivery and governance structures for efficient implementation.
• Plan and monitor project schedules, addressing any issues that arise.
• Manage time, cost, scope, and quality.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and technical standards.
• Engage with key stakeholders and maintain regular communication.
• Oversee the transition of projects into everyday operations.
• Track regulatory changes and ensure they are implemented properly.

Requirements

• Ability to manage multiple projects across different areas.
• Experience in regulatory change and high-level business analysis.

Core Skills and Knowledge

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build relationships across teams and locations.
• Collaborative team player with good facilitation skills.
• Emotional intelligence to understand team dynamics.

Project Management & Analytical Skills

• At least 5 years of project management experience in a financial institution.
• Experience with large-scale projects involving multiple teams.
• Familiarity with the full project management lifecycle.
• Experience in both IT and non-IT projects.
• Understanding of business analysis and problem-solving techniques.

Organisational Skills

• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively across multiple projects.
• Flexibility to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

Facilitation Skills

• Ability to foster consensus within teams and create a supportive environment.
• Experience with facilitation and collaboration tools.
• Commitment to integrity and fair treatment of customers.

While project management accreditation is preferred, it is not essential.

At Investec, we value individuals who bring energy, integrity, and innovative thinking to our team. We appreciate those who challenge the norm and embrace diversity and flexible leadership as we work together to grow our business.

As part of our collaborative & agile culture, our working week is 4 days in the office and one day remote.

Investec offers a range of wellbeing benefits to make our people feel healthier, balanced and more fulfilled in their lives inside and outside of work.

Here is a selection of what we offer;

Wellbeing

Wellbeing Subsidy, Corporate Gym Membership, Virtual GP, Peppy Health App (Fertility, Menopause and Early Parenthood), Optional Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Monetary

Non-contributory Pension & Discretionary Bonus

Life & Income Protection

Life Assurance, Critical Illness & Income Protection

Travel

Season Ticket Loan & Electric Vehicle Scheme

Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. This creates an environment in which everyone is free to be themselves which helps to drive innovation, creativity and ultimately business performance. At Investec we want everyone to find it easy to be themselves, and to feel they belong. It's a responsibility we all share and is integral to our purpose and values as an organisation.

Research shows that some candidates can be reluctant to apply to a role unless they meet all the criteria. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit here and welcome you to do the same - if the role excites you, please don't let our person specification hold you back. Get in touch!

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