Lead Specialist - Project Management

Job Summary

We are looking to recruit high-performing Lead Specialist / Project Management professionals to join the GBS UK US Division within GCoE. The role is a key part of the Change Management function, enabling delivery across: Project Program Management, Business Analysis, Portfolio Governance, and Business Digital Transformation initiatives. This role offers strong exposure to global transformation programs, with clear opportunities for career progression and leadership development.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting structured delivery of projects and change initiatives, ensuring solutions are effectively implemented and embedded within the business.
• Support project initiation and planning, defining approach, timelines, resource requirements cost estimates
• Assist in establishing clear scope, deliverables, success criteria, and business case alignment
• Enable structured governance, including maintenance of RAID logs, risk tracking, and mitigation actions
• Track and manage project progress, dependencies, and delivery against timelines, quality, and cost
• Collaborate with global stakeholders to align on scope, priorities, and delivery outcomes
• Build strong working relationships across Business, Operations, and Technology teams
• Provide direction and support to project team members to ensure effective execution
• Coordinate with technology teams and external vendors to integrate deliverables into the overall project plan
• Develop high-quality presentations and documents for stakeholders, including senior leadership
• Translate complex information into clear, concise insights and updates
• Support communication of project progress, risks, and outcomes across audiences
• Support delivery of the GCoE change agenda, including transformation and integration initiatives
• Contribute to process improvements and best practice development within the Change function
• Stay informed of industry trends and emerging practices to enhance delivery capability
• Share learnings across the Change community to improve effectiveness

About you

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree or equivalent
• Project Management certification (PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile) - preferred
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of project management methodologies and delivery frameworks
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio)
• Exposure to financial services / insurance domain
• Working knowledge of risk, compliance, and regulatory considerations
• Experience

Core Skills

• Proven experience in end-to-end project / change delivery within time-bound environments
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects with technology components
• Strong capability to engage, influence, and build relationships across stakeholders

Execution Delivery

• Strong planning, prioritization, and deadline management
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and evolving business environments
• Ownership mindset with focus on delivering measurable outcomes
• Stakeholder Communication: Effective communication across all organizational levels, including senior leadership
• Ability to influence, negotiate, and manage conflict constructively
• Problem Solving

Leadership

• Structured, analytical thinker with a solution-oriented approach
• Ability to lead, motivate, and collaborate within cross-functional teams
• High attention to detail with capability to translate analysis into actionable insights

Ways of Working

• Self-starter with strong time management and accountability
• Experience working in global, matrixed environments
• Demonstrates high standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism

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