Senior Project/Programme Manager

Central Belt Scotland (Hybrid 1-2 times a week in the office)

C£80k (Negotiable DOE)

Are you an experienced project or programme manager with a passion for delivering complex change in the wealth management or platform sector? We are seeking a Senior Project/Programme Manager to lead high-impact transformation initiatives for our client.

About the Role:
You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of complex projects and programmes, acting as the primary client contact and ensuring alignment with client objectives. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills, as well as a proven ability to drive operational transformation and implement Target Operating Models (TOM).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of projects/programmes on time and within budget.
• Drive operational transformation, including process improvements and development of high net worth solutions.
• Design and implement Target Operating Models, managing associated change and stakeholder engagement.
• Serve as the main liaison for clients, ensuring satisfaction and clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proactively manage risks, issues, and resources to improve project outcomes.
• Promote best practices and continuous improvement across all initiatives.

Key Skills:

• Significant in project/programme management, ideally in a client-facing environment.
• Demonstrable record of delivering large-scale, complex projects in wealth management, platforms, or related sectors (Financial Services is essential)
• Expertise in operations transformation and TOM development/implementation.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, PMI, Agile).
• Client-focused, solutions focused and highly organised.
• Adaptable and resilient.
• Committed to high ethical standards and quality outcomes.

  We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive recruitment process. We actively seek talented individuals from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

IT / Software Junior Project Manager (Fully Remote)
Up to £35,000

Our client, a leading and expanding tech company, is seeking an IT / Software Junior Project Manager.

This opportunity provides a fully remote opportunity to work on all aspects of projects and grow alongside a passionate team of developers.

The Successful candidate will Track project milestones, deliverables and ensure their projects are aligned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Senior Project Manager to deliver projects to agreed scope, quality, and timelines within a hybrid Waterfall/Agile environment
  * Assist in the development and execution of detailed project plans
  * Track project milestones and deliverables, ensuring alignment with Azure DevOps sprints
  * Coordinate and schedule activities with internal technical teams
  * Communicate effectively with stakeholders, both internally and externally
  * Liaise with clients to gather, understand, and document project requirements and scope
  * Maintain accurate project documentation, including status reports, meeting notes, and governance materials
  * Manage and update RAID logs
  * Support governance processes throughout the full project lifecycle

Requirements:

• Strong organisational and communication skills
  * Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery frameworks
  * Experience using Azure DevOps (desirable)
  * Ability to manage documentation and coordinate multiple workstreams

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Senior Project Manager – MOD DV

📍 On-site: Hemel Hempstead (5 days per week)
📅 6-month contract
🔐 MOD DV clearance required

Day rate: Inside IR35

Sole UK Nationals only

We have an urgent requirement for an experienced Senior Project Manager to support a highly sensitive defence programme. This role is fully on-site in Hemel Hempstead and requires current MOD DV clearance.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience operating as a Senior Project Manager in complex environments

• Comfortable working on-site 5 days per week

• Strong delivery mindset with the ability to manage risk, dependencies, and senior stakeholders

• Coordinate cross-functional teams, suppliers, and senior stakeholders within a classified environment

• Own project governance, reporting, and assurance in line with MOD standards

• Manage delivery impacts related to secure communications and/or physical estate changes (where applicable)

• Drive issue resolution at pace while maintaining compliance, security, and operational continuity

Nice to Have

• Background delivering projects within MOD or Defence

• Experience with secure messaging systems

• Exposure to building moves / infrastructure relocations

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

We’re recruiting on behalf of one of our large Financial Services clients undergoing a significant post-acquisition transformation. They’re seeking an experienced and highly organised Demand & Delivery Manager to drive the execution of a Post-Acquisition Data Integration Programme.

This role is deemed to be inside IR35 and will require 50% onsite working

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Project Manager

• Rate; up to £550 (via umbrella)
• Location; Bristol or York (2x per week onsite)
• Duration; 6 month initial contract

Sanderson are partnered with a leading financial services brand to identify an experienced Project Manager to support an ongoing project. This project is forecasted to run for a further 3 years and is aiming to automate accounting, enhance efficiency and implement a new Target Operating Model.

What you’ll do;

• Lead integration of a third-party SaaS solution into existing architecture.
• Drive automation of manual finance processes in a complex Financial Services environment.
• Manage early design and integration phases under strict governance and change frameworks.

Experience Required;

• Proven experience integrating SaaS systems into enterprise architecture.
• Delivery of automation tools in operational areas.
• Familiarity with large financial services environments and governance frameworks.
• Exposure to finance-side projects (ideal but not essential).

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Project Support Officer – SC Cleared

Location: Bristol / Andover twice per week.
Duration: 6 Months
Daily Rate: Circa £300-£350 per day (Outside IR35)

You must hold an active SC clearance.

We are looking for a Project Support Officer to manage project schedules, dependencies, and benefits across Defence Digital programmes. You will ensure plans are accurate, risks are tracked, and progress is clearly reported to support effective delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update detailed project schedules in Microsoft Project, including milestones, critical paths, and baselines.

• Identify, track, and report project dependencies across teams and stakeholders.

• Maintain benefits registers, monitor progress, and support reporting to decision boards.

• Assist with project coordination, documentation, and governance reporting.

• Support continuous improvement of scheduling, dependency management, and benefits processes.

• If you have cost modelling experience this will be very advantageous.

Essential Requirements

• Experience managing project schedules, preferably using Microsoft Project.

• Knowledge of WBS, task sequencing, critical paths, and baselines.

• Experience tracking dependencies and project benefits.

• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project methodologies.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Transformation (Training) Lead

Duration: 6 months
Location: Bristol/Andover 2 days per week
Rate: Circa £400+ per day, OUTSIDE IR35.

We are seeking a Training Transformation Lead to modernise and integrate training across Defence Digital. You will define learning strategies, assess training needs, and drive the evolution of Defence’s training ecosystem to ensure personnel can confidently use new digital capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Training Strategy & Modernisation

• Lead the modernisation of training to support digital and data-enabled operations.

• Develop strategic roadmaps covering policy, process, tools, and workforce capability.

• Align Defence Digital programmes with enterprise learning strategies.

• Integrate training design with digital platforms and operational systems.

Training Needs & Development

• Conduct capability gap and training needs analysis.

• Develop targeted, blended learning solutions (classroom, digital, simulation, workplace).

• Support creation and continuous improvement of digital learning materials.

Stakeholder Engagement & Change

• Work with senior Defence stakeholders to align training with organisational priorities.

• Collaborate with Defence, industry, and academia on sustainable training solutions.

• Lead change activities and promote user-centric learning approaches.

Governance & Assurance

• Establish governance and quality assurance for training transformation.

• Ensure training products meet Defence standards and accreditation requirements.

• Contribute to business cases, benefits frameworks, and assurance artefacts.

Collaboration & Agile Delivery

• Participate in Agile planning to align training with capability delivery.

• Work with product teams and designers to embed training in development cycles.

• Foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience leading training or learning transformation in Defence.

• Strong understanding of digital and blended learning methods.

• Experience in training needs analysis and capability-based learning design.

• Ability to implement training governance and assurance frameworks.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills.

• Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery settings.

• Self-starter comfortable in complex, evolving environments.

• SC clearance

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Project Manager

Location: Liverpool (Hybrid – 3 days per week on site)
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + excellent benefits

Are you a confident and driven Project Manager looking to make a real impact in a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation? We’re looking for a talented individual to join our team and lead a range of digital transformation initiatives, system upgrades, and an exciting pension dashboard project.

The Role

As Project Manager, you’ll take ownership of end-to-end project delivery – from planning through to implementation – ensuring key milestones are achieved on time and within budget. You’ll work closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, and external partners to deliver real change across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a focus on digital transformation and system enhancement.

• Lead the delivery of the Pension Dashboard programme, ensuring compliance and seamless integration.

• Develop and maintain clear project plans, risks, and reporting frameworks.

• Engage and influence a range of senior stakeholders across business and IT functions.

• Work independently to drive outcomes, while collaborating effectively within a hybrid team environment.

About You

• Proven experience managing mid-scale digital or technology transformation projects.

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.

• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities – able to work with autonomy and initiative.

• A solid understanding of systems integration, data, or financial/pensions environments would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000 – £60,000

• Flexible hybrid working (3 days per week in the Liverpool office)

• Collaborative, supportive environment with genuine career development opportunities

If you’re passionate about driving change and want to deliver meaningful digital improvements, we’d love to hear from you.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.