About the Role
Our client, a leading innovator in their field, is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to spearhead critical digital transformation initiatives. This pivotal role will be based in the vibrant city of Leicester, Leicestershire, UK , and offers a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of our client's operations. You will be instrumental in driving strategic projects from conception through to successful implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering measurable results. The ideal candidate possesses a proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects within fast-paced environments and is adept at navigating organizational change. This is a chance to join a forward-thinking team and make a significant impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resources, and budgets.
- Lead and motivate project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Manage stakeholder expectations, providing regular and transparent communication on project progress, risks, and issues.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
- Oversee the execution of project tasks, ensuring adherence to quality standards and project methodologies.
- Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements, define solutions, and make key decisions.
- Manage vendor relationships and performance where applicable.
- Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.
- Champion best practices in project management and contribute to the development of PMO standards.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Project Manager , with a strong emphasis on delivering digital transformation projects.
- Demonstrable success in managing projects with budgets exceeding £1 million.
- Excellent understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2).
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
- Experience in change management and business process re-engineering.
- A degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Computer Science, Engineering) or equivalent practical experience.
- Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner) are highly desirable.
- Experience working within the Leicestershire region is a plus.
Benefits
Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience. In addition to a stimulating work environment, employees benefit from a comprehensive health insurance plan, generous annual leave entitlement, and opportunities for professional development and training. A pension scheme is also available, alongside flexible working arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance. Regular team-building events and access to modern office facilities in Leicester further enhance the employee experience.
