Technical Project Manager - Contract

What we do: Electric Car Leasing

Why we do it: Greener. Fairer. Future.

About the role: We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager Implementation Manager to join us for a 6 month Contract (Inside IR35) to boost our ability to deliver our roadmap of improvements and introduction of new tools and services to meet growing business needs. This is a senior individual contributor role, responsible for project delivery through from high-level planning with senior management to hands-on implementation. Our ideal candidate is a technical problem-solver who can navigate complex integrations and guide our teams through change with confidence.

What you'll do:

• Contract Work: This is a day rate contract role that falls Inside IR35.
• Project Delivery: Use appropriate frameworks to plan timelines, milestones, resource allocation, risk assessment and communication strategy.
• Technical Implementation: Deliver the setup and configuration of new and existing tools ensuring seamless integrations and automations within our tech stack.
• Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate with all stakeholders, including the technical team, end-users, SaaS vendors, and senior management.
• Vendor Management: Coordinate and build effective relationships with any SaaS vendors we’re using today or those we’re bringing on board.
• Risk & Issue Management: Proactively identify, assess, resolve or mitigate potential project risks and issues, escalating where necessary.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that the projects being delivered are meeting the high standards we and our customers expect of our business.
• Reporting: Provide regular project updates to stakeholders, including progress reports, risk logs, and issue tracking.
• End-User Training: Work with teams to ensure that any new tools or services delivered into the business include appropriate training.

What you'll need:

• Proven experience: Extensive background as an Implementation or hands-on Project Manager with a demonstrable track record of delivering complex, multi-departmental projects.
• Start Up/Scale Up knowledge: Extensive experience working in Start Up/Scale Up businesses in a fast-paced environment and tight deadlines.
• SaaS expertise: Deep experience in implementing SaaS solutions, managing complex integrations, and trialing new features.
• Technical proficiency/fluency: Good knowledge of modern tech architecture, terminology and approaches including agentic AI and workflow automations.
• Agility & Pace: Demonstrated ability to work independently, make fast decisions, and meet ambitious timelines.
• Adaptability: A flexible approach to problem-solving in a fast-evolving technology environment.

Any of the following would be a bonus:

• Experience within the leasing or financial services sector.
• Experience with identifying and deploying B2B sales suites.
• Experience with identifying and deploying optimal AI tooling within respective SaaS applications.
• Project Management certifications such as PRINCE2 or PMP.

Why you'll love it here: Don't feel like you meet all of our hiring criteria? That's OK, apply anyway! We'd love to hear from you and have a conversation.

About us: The electric revolution has arrived - and from 2035 you’ll no longer be able to buy a new petrol or diesel car in the UK. We’re building a whole new way for drivers to join the electric charge and not only learn about and shop for their EV online, but experience a 'lease for life' through an industry changing customer experience. This is the chance to join one of the UK’s most exciting start-ups – making it easy for individuals and businesses to go electric by getting their car, charger and energy all in one cracking deal. Octopus Electric Vehicles launched in 2018 to make it seamless to switch to cleaner, greener driving. Our mission is to drive sustainable change, decarbonise the planet and provide our customers with fair pricing and a fantastic experience. We're an Octopus Energy company—an innovative new energy supplier. We are part of the Octopus Energy Group, which seeks to improve the lives of millions of people by transforming the industries we operate in.

Culture and Support: We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! We are a dog-friendly company so you may see our 4-legged friends in the offices - feel free to bring yours! Rest assured though, we’ve taken lots of precautions for those who have allergies! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.