Senior Project Manager: Finance

At Yorkshire Building Society we pride ourselves on being a mutual organisation that places our customers at the heart of everything we do. As a result of this we continue to grow and strengthen our position as one of the most trusted financial services providers in the UK, providing real help with real lives.

We are looking for an experienced project manager to support the delivery of key business change projects across the finance division. This is an exciting time to get involved; we are investing in our systems, people, and processes. The role will play a key part in readying the function for the future and will be leading on projects that will improve our key risk management capabilities.

The ideal candidate will possess experience of managing projects or business change initiatives with a prudential risk focus or within a prudential risk management environment. Key areas of focus will be projects associated with market risk and stress testing.

• Lead and oversee the full project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, outlining project objectives, milestones, timelines, resources, and risk management strategies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Provide regular project updates, performance reports, and risk assessments to senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement best practices in project management.

You’ll be an experienced project manager with experience in delivery of projects within financial services or a highly regulated environment. You will be able to evidence experience of delivering business focused change. You’ll have a proven record of delivering process improvement within a highly regulated environment. You’ll use your excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to manage and resolve risk and competing/conflicting priorities. You’ll feel comfortable in conversations with and influencing senior management. You will be able to show how you bring your understanding and experience to bear on the delivery challenges you are facing in order to drive change at the right pace and bring your stakeholders with you. You will be able to draw on your knowledge and experience of a broad range of industry practices in lifecycle methodologies. You’ll have strong leadership and team management capabilities. Proficiency in project management software and tools.

• Strategic thinking and the ability to align project goals with broader business objectives.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex financial data and models.
• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

At YBS we don’t have shareholders, we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here, you’ll be respected for who you are, you’ll be able to bring your whole self to work, and you’ll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.

We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it’s finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you. We’re happy to talk flexible working and you can reach out to us anytime to discuss this during the recruitment process.

We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions, we’re committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one, we’ll set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan, all designed to get you up to speed quickly.

We’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If you’ll go the extra mile to help our members, you’ll fit right in and feel you belong here.

• Holiday: You’ll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays, as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.
• Bonus: At YBS we work collaboratively and share in our success together, so when we reach our goals we’re all rewarded with an on-target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%).
• Pension: We know how important it is to save towards the future, that’s why we’ll contribute up to 11% into your YBS pension.
• Healthcare: Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS, when you join us you’ll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.
• My Benefits: When you join YBS you’ll have access to our self-service benefits portal, where you can access a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts.

Ready to apply? If you’re excited about this role and want to be part of the YBS team, click apply now to send us your application. If you have any questions about this role, please contact Holly Gallagher at careers@ybs.co.uk.

Please note: This role will close on 20th January.