Overview
We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager (IAM) to lead and coordinate a high-impact Identity & Access Management (IAM) initiative within a large financial services organisation. This role requires both strategic oversight and hands-on execution, from initiation through post-implementation review. You’ll act on behalf of the Sponsorship Committee to ensure quality, timely, and budget-conscious delivery.
Your Responsibilities
Project Execution & Leadership
* Manage the IAM epic from definition to closure, ensuring successful delivery across all phases
* Direct and challenge cross-functional project teams, including external partners and stakeholders
* Monitor progress, internal/external dependencies, and milestones, and resolve blockers proactively
* Perform risk and issue management, including escalation where necessary
* Control scope changes, with formal approval and documentation for any deviations
Governance & Quality
* Produce the Project Quality Plan (PQP) to define governance, quality controls, and accountability
* Ensure all deliverables meet required quality levels in line with organisational methodology
Planning & Coordination
* Create and gain alignment on project plans and success criteria with stakeholders
* Initiate internal demand processes (e.g., QBR & QP) where needed
* Oversee project planning from inception to closure, including handover and ope-rationalisation
Ope-rationalisation & Transition
* Coordinate with ERO (Business Analyst) to embed all necessary operational and support aspects
* Prepare a comprehensive Post-Implementation Report with Lessons Learned
Soft Skills Required
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Critical thinker with a detail-oriented mindset
* Confident decision-maker with high adaptability and work ethic
* Autonomous yet collaborative, with a natural leadership presence
Your Profile
* 10+ years of proven project management experience, preferably in financial services
* Strong expertise in projects involving business processes, controls, KPIs, and governance
* Experience managing multiple large-scale projects (300–3,000 man-days) end-to-end
* Skilled in both Waterfall and Agile (Scrum, PMI, Prince2) methodologies
* Demonstrated success in managing outsourced vendor/partner projects
* Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder influence skills
* Fluent in English with excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
* Technically minded with experience in Information Security, particularly IAM
* Familiar with data management topics, and ideally with SailPoint and CyberArk
* Change management affinity is a plus
Nice to Have
* Previous experience in data centre, infrastructure, or cyber-security environments
* Familiarity with public sector or regulated environments