Project Manager (11342)

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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.

Are you ready to lead impactful projects in a dynamic environment?

As a Project Manager at Investec, you will collaborate closely with fellow project managers, analysts, and the IRB Programme Manager. Your mission? To ensure effective change delivery that meets Internal Rating Based (IRB) compliance regulations.

What will you be doing?

In this role, you will coordinate multiple change delivery inter-dependencies, manage project risks and issues, and maintain clear communication with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Coordination: How will you take ownership of project materials, including steering and board packs? You will design and develop a robust project delivery and governance structure to ensure efficient change delivery.
• Planning and Monitoring: Are you skilled at planning project schedules and monitoring progress? You will be responsible for removing constraints and escalating unresolved issues.
• Stakeholder Engagement: How will you identify and engage key stakeholders? Regular communication is essential for project success.
• Regulatory Compliance: Will you ensure all regulatory changes are tracked and implemented effectively? You will own the Regulatory Traceability Matrix and manage project delivery according to our established methodology.

What are we looking for?

• Experience: Do you have at least 5 years of project management experience in a financial institution? Experience with regulatory change and large-scale projects is essential.
• Communication Skills: Can you communicate clearly and build strong relationships across teams? Your ability to facilitate collaboration and resolve conflicts will be key.
• Analytical Skills: Are you familiar with business analysis methodologies and problem-solving techniques? Your experience in both IT and non-IT projects will be valuable.

Special Requirements:

• Are you prepared to manage multiple projects across various areas? At times, you may also need to execute high-level business analysis tasks.

Why Investec?

Join us to be part of a collaborative team that values integrity and embraces the philosophy of treating our customers fairly. If you are passionate about delivering impactful projects and are ready to take on this challenge, we want to hear from you!

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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