Are you a dynamic Finance Project Manager with a proven track record in business integration and stakeholder management within Financial Services? We’re looking for a results-driven professional to lead and deliver high-impact finance transformation projects in a fast-paced environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience integrating new businesses into operating models
• Strong background in investment reporting, expenses, payments, and banking
• Expertise in traditional change management within finance
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills – able to influence at all levels
• Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Key experience

• A strong Business Project Manager with hands-on experience in finance integrations
• Comfortable navigating complex environments and driving change
• Confident communicator with a collaborative mindset

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

• £525 (via umbrella)
• Bristol, York, Norwich, Perth or London (50% onsite)
• 12 month initial contract

Sanderson are partnered with a leading financial services brand to identify a dynamic Project Manager that can drive delivery and manage wide ranging stakeholder relationships supporting an ongoing GenAI programme. This is a high-impact role, offering the opportunity to shape how AI capabilities are leveraged to solve challenges and enhance performance.

Key Responsibilities;

• Own the end-to-end delivery of GenAI work streams
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and time lines in collaboration with technical and business teams.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, resource schedules, risk logs and status reports.
• Manage wide ranging stakeholder relationships.

Required Skills & Experience;

• Track record of delivering complex projects, ideally AI, ML or Digital.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage ambiguity, prioritise effectively and drive toward outcomes.

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

Edinburgh – Permanent/Full-Time – Hybrid 2/3 Day – Up to £65,000

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to join a growing team for a leading Financial Service provider based in central Edinburgh.

This role involves managing and delivering one or more work streams to help achieve business goals.
You may work on a range of projects, including business, operational, and IT changes.

You’ll be:

• Leading projects or parts of larger programs, ensuring they stay on track and on budget.
• Use project management tools to plan, monitor progress, and handle risks.
• Break down complex issues to find root causes or understand the bigger picture.
• Build and manage a strong project team.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, and spending.
• Plan resources and prepare backup plans.
• Work closely with stakeholders to make sure their needs are met.

You should apply if you:

• Strong experience working within Financial Services
• Track record of delivering large projects and programmes.
• Strong at leading and motivating teams with a mix of skills and backgrounds.
• Confident managing mid-to-large or high-risk projects, especially in outsourcing or financial services.
• Able to manage multiple stakeholders across different teams and organisations.
• Adaptable, quick to learn, and able to work well with experts from different areas.
• Deep understanding of Life and Pensions operations and how they work internally.

Benefits:

• 33 days off a year (inc. Bank Holidays)
• Annual discretionary bonus eligibility
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Discounts through Perks at Work
• Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans
• Well-being support, including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Supportive leave policies, including Carer’s, Foster, and Retirement Leave
• Company pension with up to 6% matching, plus Life Assurance and Income Protection
• Apply to learn more about our full range of benefits

If you’re interested in the above and would like to learn more, reach out to [email protected]

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 seeking a dynamic and experienced Programme Manager to lead a high-profile, complex programme within the insurance industry.

Key Requirements:

• Part VII experience is highly desirable. If not, you must bring exceptional governance expertise and a proven track record of managing regulatory-driven programmes.
• Insurance industry background is essential.
• Demonstrated success in delivering large-scale, cross-functional programmes, ideally involving regulatory engagement and board-level stakeholder management.
• Ability to lead and coordinate a master programme plan with approximately 10 workstreams, including documentation and reporting.
• Comfortable operating at Board level, with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, resilient, and calm under pressure – you thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.

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.

Infrastructure Project Manager – Cloud & Data Centre
📍 Glasgow | 3 days in-office
🕒 Permanent
💰 Up to £60k + fantastic benefits

Are you a sharp, proactive Infrastructure Project Manager with solid experience across Cloud and Data Centre projects? Do you love turning chaos into clarity, and thrive in fast-moving environments where your leadership makes a real impact?

We’re working with a global tech-driven business that’s scaling fast and they need a confident, solutions-focused Infrastructure PM to keep high-profile, complex projects running smoothly from start to finish.

What you’ll be doing:

• Taking ownership of end-to-end delivery for Cloud & Data Centre infrastructure projects.
• Managing multiple concurrent projects, each with their own pace and unique challenges.
• Partnering closely with clients, guiding them through ambiguity to help define and refine their technical requirements.
• Acting as the bridge between clients and tech teams, ensuring no detail is missed and everyone stays aligned.
• Keeping everything on track using MS Project, driving delivery against timelines and milestones.
• Communicating clearly and persuasively with stakeholders at all levels, whether you’re speaking to a tech specialist or a C-suite exec.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience managing infrastructure projects, especially across Cloud and Data Centre environments.
• Strong understanding of Waterfall methodologies.
• Confident use of MS Project for planning and delivery.
• Exceptional communication skills, able to translate technical jargon into everyday language.
• A calm, problem-solving mindset when things get complex or unclear.
• A willingness to learn, adapt, and grow, you don’t need to know everything, but you do need the drive to get there.

Why apply?

• 💸 Competitive salary + enviable share options
• 🏖️ 33 days holiday
• 💪 On-site gym access + personal training sessions
• 🚀 Real opportunity to develop, be mentored, and step into bigger roles as the company grows.

If this sounds like your kind of challenge, we want to hear from you, hit apply now.

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 – 18 Month FTC

Northwest England (Hybrid)

Up to £70k

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a dynamic, high-performing team leading the charge on a major transformation. This is your chance to get in at the early stages of delivery – shaping the roadmap, influencing key decisions, and working with some of the most exciting names in tech and financial services.

You’ll take ownership of discovery-phase initiatives across Mortgages, Current Accounts, and Savings – bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to a complex landscape of change.

This is a role for someone who doesn’t just manage projects – you lead people, influence thinking, and bring others on the journey.

Main Areas of Responsibility:

• Leading high-impact projects from discovery to early delivery within a transformation programme
• Partnering with 3rd parties to shape requirements and drive progress in early sprint cycles
• Championing product rationalisation efforts across key retail banking areas – Mortgages, Current Accounts, Savings
• Providing coaching and challenge around risk – helping SMEs and teams identify, understand, and manage business risks
• Bringing clarity and cohesion to teams during complex delivery, ensuring alignment between business goals and technical execution

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager in the financial services product space
• Strong, structured delivery skillset
• Experience with 3rd party vendors and large transformation programmes
• Familiarity with banking products – Mortgages, Current Accounts, and Savings highly desirable
• Gravitas and energy to influence senior stakeholders and engage cross-functional teams
• A proactive, pragmatic mindset – someone who brings pace, order, and positivity to complex programmes

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly engaged, collaborative team on their growth journey.

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; c£500 (via umbrella)
• Location; Norwich, Bristol, Perth
• Duration; 6 months

Sanderson are currently partnered with a leading financial services brand to identify a project manager to support on an ongoing acquisition project.

• Proven experience on M&A projects
• Guidewire , re-platforming, organisational integration , or large integration programs experience
• Data principles experience , data Governance , ETL
• Insurance experience is highly desirable (must have a financial services background)
• Must have worked on multiple work streams concurrently

If you are interested in this role, please apply online with your updated CV attached.

Reasonable Adjustments: We understand that there are a wide range of reasons that you may require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process- please let us know in your application how we can best support you.