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IT Project manager - Applications

Employer
Michael Page Technology
Location
England, London
Salary
£50000 - £60000 per annum + Company Benefits
Closing date
9 Aug 2021

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Sector
Technology
Responsibilities
Information Technology
Position/Level
Professional / Specialist
Contract Type
Permanent
Language
English

Job Details

IT Project manager - Applications

The Project Manager will work as one of a number of such resources, sharing the load of projects within the team. The specific activities are to be undertaken and will vary by project based on the phase being executed as defined within the Project Management Methodology.

Client Details

IT Project manager - Applications

My client is a FTSE 250 marketing-led professional services organisation who is wholeheartedly committed to Diversity & Inclusion. Having launched their D&I strategy back in 2012, they hold some of the most prestigious D&I accolades, such as Clear Assured Gold, The Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2020 & 2018, Inclusive Companies Top 50 2019, Stonewall Top 100 2018, and are a Disability Confident Employer, a Valuable 500 company as well as being a Race at Work signatory. Our client welcomes all applications.

Description

IT Project manager - Applications

My client welcomes applicants from a range of industries and is focused on bringing in talented people.

The Project Manager's deliverables for the role will vary by the project as defined within the PMO Methodology and Project Initiation Document.

For each project assigned, the Project Manager will be establishing, be managing, or executing the following:

  • High-level definition of the project through the production and agreement with stakeholders of a Project Charter.
  • Detailed definition of the project through the production and agreement of a Project Management plan as defined by the organisations' Project Management Methodology.
  • Scope and approach of the project, agreeing changes with the appropriate steering and management groups as defined in the Project Management Plan, and maintaining a record of those changes.
  • The delivery method as agreed with Stakeholders.
  • Relevant governance for the project ensuring stakeholders are updated regularly on progress and can make informed decisions.
  • Financial management of the project and its impact.
  • Escalating to higher-level management when required and communicating issues and risks openly and clearly to all stakeholders.

Profile

IT Project manager - Applications

My client has a hybrid working culture and is open to accommodate different working patterns. Please let us know if there is any support you need so that we can ensure you can thrive during the assessment process.

The successful candidate will play an active role in the Applications change team, contributing to continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and a high-performing team ethic.

  • Direct experience of IT Applications and related project delivery, including business change elements
  • Proven track record in delivering IT Application projects and managing virtual and distributed IT teams (including suppliers and third-party resources)
  • Direct experience in project financial management
  • Good communication skills to effectively manage relationships with external suppliers, internal customers, and senior management
  • Direct experience of working in a global team and proven ability to address issues and challenges associated with global working, varied timezone, and geographical distances.
  • 5+ years of project management experience.
  • Direct experience of commercial management (i.e. contract drafting, contract negotiation, supplier management) in the context of projects.
  • Direct experience in IT systems delivery as a support analyst, business analyst, developer, or tester.
  • Solid understanding and experience of applications in one or more of the following functional areas, specifically CRM, Digital, Back Office (HR, finance, legal), and information management and BI.

My client welcomes candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know if we can help you with the application process in any way. We are more than happy to make any adjustments needed to enable all interested candidates to apply.

Job Offer

IT Project manager - Applications

Salary Range up to £60k + Company Benefits.

My client is committed to paying people fairly for the role they undertake. They also provide a wide range of benefits to support their employees including well-being programs, an employee Assistance line, the opportunity to buy extra holidays, and a shopping discount offer as part of their flexible benefits scheme.

Company

Michael Page Technology, part of PageGroup, is one of the world’s best-known and well-respected professional recruitment consultancies. We are a leading provider of permanent and contract recruitment for IT professionals across a spectrum of roles from CIO and CTO to IT Security Manager and Service Desk Analyst in businesses that range from start-ups to multi-national household brands.

We have 200 consultants in 20 countries dedicated to IT recruitment and specializing in the following technology roles:

  • IT Project and Programme Management
  • IT Strategy and Leadership
  • Infrastructure, Operations and IT Service Management
  • Web and Application Development
  • Security 
  • Testing/QA
  • Business Intelligence and Databases
  • ERP and Business Solutions

This ensures that we fully understand the specific requirements of each role and benefit from wide a pool of relevant existing candidates.

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