Mission freelance Project Manager - Banking - Hybrid - OUTSIDE IR35

Project Manager - Banking - Hybrid - Must be commutable to Glasgow - OUTSIDE IR35

Project Manager Responsibilities

Lead large and complex programmes from initiation through to successful delivery.
Manage programme budgets, forecasts, schedules, risks, and dependencies.
Oversee project monitoring, controls, reporting, and governance activities.
Manage third-party suppliers and delivery partners.
Drive stakeholder engagement across customer, business, and delivery teams.
Support commercial activities including estimation, planning, and financial management.
Ensure delivery quality across application and infrastructure workstreams.
Identify and mitigate programme risks and issues.

Project Manager Skills and Experience

Minimum 15 years' experience within delivery, project, or programme management.
Proven experience delivering programmes valued at GBP10m+ with teams exceeding 100 personnel.
Must have banking or financial services experience
Experience managing major application and infrastructure programmes.
Strong financial management, forecasting, and estimation capability.
Experience working with both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies.
Proven ability to shape complex programmes and provide strategic leadership.
Strong supplier management and stakeholder engagement experience.
Demonstrated expertise in risk management, governance, and programme controls.
Experience delivering cross-service line programmes within large enterprise environments.

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Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted CVs will be contacted.


LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.