Senior Manager - Program & Project Management in City of London

Senior Manager - Program & Project Management in City of London

City of London Full-Time 80000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Areti Group | B Corp™

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead complex IT infrastructure projects and manage tenant-to-tenant migrations.
  • Company: Dynamic company at the forefront of M&A transformation in London.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Work closely with top-level executives and drive continuous improvement in project delivery.
  • Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and make a significant impact on major projects.
  • Qualifications: Proven experience in IT project management and strong stakeholder engagement skills.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 80000 £ per year.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a fast-paced transformation programme, delivering complex IT infrastructure and tenant-to-tenant migration initiatives across merger and acquisition activity. This is a highly visible, permanent role sitting at the intersection of business readiness, technical delivery, and third-party coordination — requiring strong stakeholder management and hands-on project leadership at a senior level.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead M&A and pre-deal IT infrastructure projects, ensuring operational readiness and delivery alignment across integration and separation activities.
  • Manage tenant-to-tenant migrations end-to-end, including planning, dependency mapping, cutover governance and risk management.
  • Coordinate multiple third-party vendors and systems integrators, holding them accountable to delivery milestones and quality standards.
  • Own project plans, RAID logs, governance reporting, and senior stakeholder communications up to C-suite level.
  • Work closely with infrastructure, cloud, security and identity teams across complex, multi-entity environments.
  • Ensure delivery in line with agreed scope, timelines, and regulatory/compliance requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement in project delivery methodology and governance frameworks.

Required Experience

  • Proven track record as a Project Manager delivering IT infrastructure programmes in large enterprise environments.
  • Strong background in M&A, pre-deal, merger or separation projects.
  • Demonstrable experience managing tenant-to-tenant migrations across O365 and/or Azure environments.
  • Extensive experience managing third-party vendors and systems integrators within complex programmes.
  • Comfortable operating in high-pressure, ambiguous environments with evolving priorities.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including regular C-suite engagement.

Desirable

  • Working knowledge of O365, Azure, identity and cloud infrastructure concepts.
  • Experience collaborating with architecture, security and networking teams.
  • Background in financial services, consultancy, or similarly complex enterprise settings.
  • Recognised project management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE 2, MSP).

Senior Manager - Program & Project Management in City of London employer: Areti Group | B Corp™

Join a dynamic and innovative team in the heart of London, where we prioritise employee growth and development through comprehensive training and mentorship programmes. Our collaborative work culture fosters creativity and inclusivity, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. With competitive salaries and a robust benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, we are committed to providing a rewarding and meaningful career for our employees.

Areti Group | B Corp™

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Manager - Program & Project Management in City of London

Project Management
Stakeholder Management
IT Infrastructure Delivery
M&A Project Experience
Tenant-to-Tenant Migration
O365 and Azure Environments
Third-Party Vendor Management