Senior Project Manager

Sopra Steria; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

SBS is a global financial technology company that’s helping banks and the financial services industry to reimagine how to operate in an increasingly digital world. SBS is a trusted partner of more than 1,500 financial institutions and large-scale lenders in 80 countries worldwide, including Santander, Societé Generale, KCB Bank, Kensington Mortgages, Mercedes-Benz, and Toyota FS. Its cloud platform offers clients a composable architecture to digitize operations, ranging from banking, lending, compliance, to payments, and consumer and asset finance. With 3,400 employees in 50 offices, SBS is recognized as a Top 10 European Fintech company by IDC and as a leader in Omdia’s Universe: Digital Banking Platforms. SBS is headquartered in Paris, France.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive our most customer-critical software implementation projects. This role involves overseeing large-scale cloud migrations, software upgrades, and strategic technology initiatives, all aimed at shaping the future of financial services technology.

What will the role involve?

• Leading and delivering large, complex cloud migrations, software upgrades, and enterprise-wide implementations.
• Managing key stakeholder relationships internally and externally, ensuring projects align with business objectives.
• Overseeing project planning, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and governance with a strategic mindset.
• Driving project performance by proactively identifying risks, resolving challenges, and ensuring smooth execution.
• Providing leadership and mentorship to Project Managers and junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

We want to hear from you if you bring expertise in enterprise-level software implementation delivery and possess most of the following:

• 7+ years of Project Management experience in customer-focused software delivery.
• A strong background in enterprise software implementations, upgrades, and on-premises to cloud migrations.
• Demonstrated success in delivering high-value, complex projects within structured governance frameworks.
• Extensive experience in budget management, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement at a senior level.
• Ability to tackle escalations and critical project challenges, driving initiatives back on track.
• A confident leader with exceptional communication skills and face-to-face client interaction experience.
• A proactive, results-driven approach with expertise in managing change within a large ecosystem.

Additional Information

What are we offering?

We are committed to supporting our employees in every aspect of their lives, from health and wellbeing to financial security and lifestyle perks. Here’s a snapshot of the benefits you'll enjoy as part of our team:

• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, access to Peppy (Menopause, Fertility, Baby, Men’s health, Women’s health Support), Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, Eye Care Vouchers, Flu Vaccinations
• Finance & Protection: Life Assurance, Critical Illness Cover, Pension Plan, Long Service Awards, Payroll Giving, Fleet car provider
• Leisure & Lifestyle: 25 days annual leave, Cycle to Work Scheme, Holiday Trading, Travel Insurance

As part of our hiring process, new employees will be required to pass a confidential consumer credit check and DBS check. This is a straightforward credit check for CCJs, bankruptcy and a criminal record check, however, if you wish to know more about what is or is not acceptable please ask our recruitment team.

At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.