Workday Project Manager

We are working closely with one of the leading Insurance Law firms in the UK recruiting for an experienced Project Manager for a UK wide Workday implementation. As Project Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that IT projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. This position requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of project management methodologies, and a passion for delivering high-quality IT solutions. NB: You must have previous Workday implementation experience within the insurance sector to be eligible for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Delivery: Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with stakeholders at all levels to understand business needs, define project requirements, and set clear expectations.
• Resource Allocation & Planning: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, analysts, testers) to ensure the proper allocation of resources and skills for successful project execution.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues throughout the lifecycle of IT projects. Ensure effective communication regarding any risks or delays to stakeholders.
• Agile & Waterfall Methodologies: Apply and adapt Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and/or Waterfall methodologies as appropriate to ensure project success and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Project Reporting: Provide regular updates to senior leadership on project progress, risks, resource needs, and financial performance. Develop and track KPIs to measure project success.
• Process Improvement: Continuously improve delivery processes by identifying opportunities for operational efficiencies, introducing best practices, and ensuring the use of appropriate tools and technologies.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that all deliverables meet high-quality standards and compliance requirements. Collaborate with testing teams to ensure that all systems are thoroughly tested before implementation.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and support the project team, ensuring a high level of motivation, productivity, and professional development.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience: 8+ years of experience in IT project management or delivery management. Proven track record of managing large-scale IT projects from initiation to successful completion. Previous Workday implementation experience. Experience with both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of IT systems, software development life cycle, and infrastructure management. Familiarity with cloud technologies, software development tools, and IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL).
• Personal Attributes: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders. Highly detail-oriented and methodical, with a focus on delivering quality results. Adaptable and resilient in handling changing project requirements or timelines. Strong commitment to continuous improvement and learning.