Name:

Job Title: Project Manager

Band: 15

Reports To: Programme Manager

Direct Reports: Nil

Indirect Reports: Nil

Working Relationships:

Internal:Senior Management TeamDepartment ManagersProject TeamsExternal:Linked 3rd Party OrganisationsIT and Project Management Consultants

Main Purpose:

Support the Programme Management function that enables B&CE to achieve its corporate and operational objectives. Responsible for coordinating projects, managing issues, risks and dependencies ensuring projects are delivered on time and to budget. Support the programme of change through effective communication and coordination at all levels of the organisation. Actively contribute to the growth and development of the group. Apply Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) culture and principles within area of responsibility.

Key Activities: Provide the Programme Manager and project teams with effective support to enable

them to develop and deliver programmes and projects. Contribute to the preparation of project documentation in a full project management

lifecycle including maintenance of project files and compilation of reports. Manage projects as delegated by the Programme Manager in accordance with

defined project accountabilities Establish controlled project quality procedures and administer all related project

plans including quality, test and implementation plans. Manage project progress proactively, resolving issues through initiating appropriate

corrective action. Ensure efficiency in allocation of resources across projects and provide timely and

appropriate reporting ensuring escalation of critical issues. Develop team working principles with all areas of the organisation that encourage a

positive and co-operative environment.

Job Holder Specification:

Project Manager

Formal Education: Minimum A level or equivalent

Experience:Working in a project environment preferably within a financial services organisationGood project planning skills

Technical Experience: Ability to use project management softwareAdvanced skills in Word/Excel/Powerpoint

Essential:

People Management skills Managing large, complex projects First class communication (written and oral) and presentation skills.Excellent planning and organisation skillsStrong interpersonal relationship-building skills with a Pro-active, ‘can-do’ behaviour and attitudePeople management skills within a ‘virtual team’ environmentSelf-motivated and disciplinedWillingness to learn and develop new skills

Proven ability to:Manage project progress to defined budget and timescales up to implementation.Co-ordinate multiple projects and teamsBalance conflicting priorities

Desirable: Prince II Principles qualification

Personal Qualities:Ability to work as part of a teamIntelligent, articulate and persuasive and able to present plans logicallyGood ability to represent the organisation externally Numerate with good attention to detail, problem solving skillsPlan and organise workloadsCollegiate and co-operative

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Project Manager