Project Manager in Banbury

Overview

About Polaris – Polaris provides software solutions that empower police forces and local authorities to enforce and track traffic and parking offences, manage permits and licenses, and control high-risk assets like firearms and tasers. Since securing support from August Equity in May 2023, the company has grown in the UK and internationally, acquired key companies, and invested in its operations. We united our legacy brands under the Polaris name to create a dynamic new identity for the future. This is an exciting time to join Polaris. We are seeking ambitious, forward-thinking individuals who want to make a real impact and grow their careers in a rapidly evolving industry. If you are ready to be part of a team shaping the future of public safety and compliance technology, we want to hear from you.

Role location note: this position involves work across the Sitestream division, with UK and US teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from start to finish
• Work with the Implementation Manager at Sitestream to translate business rules into clear, detailed and usable process maps, and gather data during the kickoff
• Collaborate with the Solutions Architect to build and test software configuration
• Create and maintain project plans, identify the critical path, dependencies and a clear route to go live
• Create and maintain a risk register and other project documentation
• Train users on the software processing site and demonstrate and document new software functionality
• Oversee user acceptance testing
• Coordinate handover with all project stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition into BAU
• Engage directly with external stakeholders such as court system providers, camera manufacturers and police departments
• Update stakeholders regularly on project health and changes to scope
• Hold regular project check-in meetings and produce clear, actionable minutes
• Work with the product team to scope any necessary development changes

Qualifications & Experience

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Experience in project management and process design roles
• Knowledge of software configuration and the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Experience in organising and chairing meetings and managing internal and external stakeholders
• Troubleshooting and logic skills
• Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple work streams concurrently
• Presentation and training experience

Benefits

• This is a hybrid role based in our Banbury office with a 3 days in-office and 2 days remote work arrangement.
• 25 days annual leave
• 2 Moment in Time Days
• 1 Community Day
• Life Assurance 4 x base salary
• Private Pension with Scottish Widows
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Hybrid working model
• Length of service additional time

Our business is an equal opportunities employer. We make recruitment decisions based on qualifications, skill sets, and experiences. We consider all suitable candidates regardless of their age, sex, gender reassignment, race, religious beliefs (or lack thereof), marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. Please note that we can currently only consider candidates with an existing right to work in the UK.