Defaqto stands at the forefront of financial product and market intelligence in the UK. By merging product data, cutting-edge technology, and consumer insights, we empower individuals and organizations to make well-informed financial decisions today and in the future.

With the recent launch of our flagship SaaS product, Matrix 360, we seek an adept project manager to lead and enhance the next phase of this innovative solution.

The Programme and Project Management team at Defaqto plays a critical role in delivering IT and software projects that aid financial institutions, intermediaries, and consumers in making savvy financial choices.

Your New Opportunity

From your very first day, you will collaborate closely with our Head of Programmes, taking charge of a pivotal project that aligns with Defaqto’s strategic growth objectives.

Your Responsibilities

1. Project Planning and Execution

• Craft and uphold detailed cross-functional project plans to ensure clear visibility of progress.
• Identify and secure necessary IT Development resources for the successful delivery of each project.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently with efficiency and precision.
• Collaborate with all sectors of the IT delivery team to generate high-level estimates for approved initiatives.
• Proactively work with IT Delivery colleagues to keep Defaqto agile and responsive to new business opportunities.
• Oversee project closure activities thoughtfully.
• Contribute to the development and upkeep of the IT Delivery roadmap.
• Utilize both agile and waterfall methodologies to drive project outcomes.

2. RAID Management

• Detect, manage, and monitor risks, issues, and dependencies by formulating mitigation strategies to safeguard project timelines and deliverables.
• Serve as the primary escalation point within the project team, escalating further when warranted.

3. Governance and Communication

• Take ownership of establishing governance processes for your assigned projects.
• Provide ongoing updates to the IT Leadership Team about project status.
• Monitor project budgets and assist with CAPEX/OPEX reporting.
• Manage stakeholder expectations effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
• Control the change management process when deviations from the business case arise.
• Implement a communication strategy to ensure all business functions can support launch planning and continued maintenance.

4. Continuous Improvement

• Foster and advocate for project management best practices throughout the organization, nurturing a culture of continuous improvement.

What You Bring to the Table

• Enthusiasm, tenacity, and the ability to excel in a dynamic work environment.
• A proven background in IT project management is a must.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Strong skills in risk and issue identification and management.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build robust relationships, influence decisions, and achieve group consensus.
• A relentless drive for continuous enhancement of processes.
• A keen eye for identifying gaps and determining corrective actions.

Location: Our office is located in Haddenham, Buckinghamshire. We promote a hybrid working model where you will be required to work in the office twice a week.

Right to Work: You must possess the Right to Work in the UK, as we are currently unable to provide Skilled Worker sponsorship.

At Fintel plc and all its affiliated businesses, we uphold a strict zero-tolerance policy toward discrimination as outlined in the Equality Act of 2010.

We are dedicated to offering equal opportunities for all current and prospective employees, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marital status.

We aim for a diverse workforce because we believe diversity fosters better business performance. Furthermore, we champion an inclusive workplace where individuals from varied backgrounds collaborate effectively to achieve superior results. Inclusion is at the core of our hiring and interview processes, ensuring everyone is valued.

For these reasons, we encourage qualified applicants from a wide array of backgrounds to apply.