Technology Project Manager (Vendor Management) London, England
Job description
Our people work differently depending on their jobs and needs. From hybrid working to flexible hours, we have plenty of options that help our people to thrive.
This role is based in the United Kingdom and as such all normal working days must be carried out in the United Kingdom.
Join us as a Technology Vendor Manager
- This is an opportunity to put your specialist technology and project management skills to the test
- You’ll be responsible for coordinating the relationship with our key outsourced technology partner
- It’s a fantastic chance to hone your existing programme management skills and advance your career in this critical role
What you'll do
You’ll be responsible for the technology vendor management of our key partner and making sure the delivery is in line with wider programme plans and controls. You’ll be accountable for developing working relationships with stakeholders across multiple functions and coordinating teams across Product, Engineering, Design, Commercial, and Go-to-market, assisting with meeting coordination and issue escalation.
You’ll also:
- Oversee that activities are in place to adequately prepare the business and engage all the appropriate stakeholders to enable change to be implemented and handed over
- Work with the Product Management and Delivery functions to ensure that we are delivering the required software in line with required Agile milestones
- Track issues and progress against milestones
- Recommend process improvement to enhance the vendor relationships
The skills you'll need
You’ll need experience of delivering programme management in a technology or IT function, and the ability to use Agile methodology and associated toolsets.
You’ll also need:
- Evidential experience of project planning and control, RAID management, governance, scope management, benefits tracking, business case management, and cost management
- A background in project stakeholder management, managing outsourced partners, aligning strategies, lifecycle management, and business readiness
- Strong experience and an understanding of the UK Fintech market and ideally embedded finance or Banking as a Service
If you need any adjustments to support your application, such as information in alternative formats or special requirements to access our buildings, or if you’re eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme please contact us and we’ll do everything we can to help.
