Business Integration Manager - Financial Services / Funds
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Director and a Senior Project Manager to lead strategic transformation initiatives across a dynamic and growing organization within the Financial Services / Funds industry. These high-impact roles offer the chance to manage the full project lifecycle—from concept to execution—on complex, enterprise-wide programs that drive operational excellence and business growth.
Responsibilities
* Define and manage programme scope, objectives and deliverables aligned with business strategy.
* Lead end-to-end delivery of strategic transformation projects or major workstreams.
* Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure successful delivery.
* Partner with senior stakeholders to align priorities, influence decision-making, and manage expectations.
* Oversee the implementation of new systems, processes, and organisational changes.
* Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, ensuring strong governance and contingency planning.
* Lead cross-functional teams to drive transformation and integration initiatives.
* Develop and maintain governance structures, reporting mechanisms, and risk management plans.
* Ensure resource allocation, budget tracking, and adherence to financial controls.
* Provide regular updates to the integration & Transformation Steering Committee and Exec Team.
* Drive continuous improvement and adoption of best practices.
Qualifications
* 10+ years’ experience in project management, business transformation, or change management within financial services.
* Proven track record of delivering large-scale enterprise strategic projects using Agile, Waterfall, or Lean methodologies.
* Strong Business Merger Integration experience—managing post-merger integrations, including people, processes, technology, and culture.
* Strong Strategic Business skills—identify, track, and drive revenue growth & operational efficiencies.
* Financial Acumen—understanding of balance sheets, P&L, cost structures, and financial modelling related to integrations.
* Experience leading Cultural Integrations—Operations, Technology, Change, HR Integration Leadership.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and management—communications, listening, and influencing skills.
* Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex information into actionable insights.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Consulting and Project Management
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