Software Development Project Manager in Hampshire

TÜV SÜD – A global leader in the field of testing, inspection, management system certification and product certification renowned for quality, integrity and technical excellence. Established more than 150 years ago in Germany, TÜV SÜD is a leading global provider of technical services with more than 28,000 highly skilled employees across 1,000 offices worldwide. TÜV SÜD offers a wide range of testing & product certification, inspection, auditing & system certification, training and knowledge services. We are a premium quality, safety, and sustainability solutions provider.

Role Overview: This is an exciting opportunity to join our Innovations Group as a Software Project Manager focused on the delivery of internal process digitization and automation solutions. You will lead the end-to-end management of software projects that streamline and automate business processes, working closely with internal stakeholders across multiple departments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software project management, excellent communication skills, and a passion for driving operational efficiency through technology. This role will require the individual to spend 2 days per week at our Fareham location (with the other 3 days a week available for remote working if desired). Please note this role does not offer Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of internal software projects, ensuring solutions meet business requirements and are delivered on time.
• Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, software development teams, and IT, translating business needs into technical requirements.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with internal stakeholders and technical teams.
• Facilitate regular project updates and communicate progress, risks, and issues to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Drive team collaboration and foster a culture of continuous improvement in project delivery and internal processes.
• Utilize Azure DevOps and agile methodologies to enhance project visibility, tracking, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, data security standards, and software project management best practices.

Essential Criteria – the successful candidate will have/be:

• Recent experience in software project management, ideally delivering internal business solutions or process automation tools.
• Strong understanding of internal stakeholder needs and the ability to translate business processes into technical requirements.
• Excellent team player with a proactive, positive approach to change and self-development.
• Outstanding communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal—with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results, plan for contingencies, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Proficient user of project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project) and excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Alignment to our core values of “Own it”, “Improve it” & “Make it Positive”.
• Self-driven and results-oriented, with a passion for leveraging technology to improve business operations.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience working in a technical or regulated industry.
• Experience with Agile or hybrid project management methodologies.
• Knowledge of data privacy, information security, or compliance requirements in software delivery.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing change in a complex organization.

Further Information: TÜV SÜD in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (for full-time employees, including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan and a non-contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme. We also offer various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes (buying/selling holiday, cycle to work scheme, pensions), incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services). Dependent on their role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent homeworking, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance.