18 senior project manager jobs found in Reading

Project Manager - Domestic Corruption Unit Outside IR35 | £500-£550 per day | London (1 day per week on-site) Active SC & NPPV3 Required An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a high-profile Domestic Corruption Unit , supporting critical national-level investigative capability. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building teams, structures, and programmes from the ground up in a secure and fast-paced environment. What You'll Bring Proven experience setting up new teams or functions , including designing frameworks, processes, and governance Strong project leadership across complex, sensitive, and operational environments Ability to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders, operational leads, and multi-disciplinary teams Excellent organisational and delivery skills with a focus on outcomes, compliance, and structure Clearance Requirements Candidates must already hold : Active SC (Security Check)...

We're working with a leading global specialist recruitment consultancy on this exciting opportunity. We are looking for a high-impact Integration Delivery Lead to spearhead a major IT transformation programme, driving the technical and operational alignment of complex enterprise systems. In this high-visibility role, you will be the glue between technical architects and senior business leaders, ensuring that large-scale data migrations and platform consolidations are delivered on time and within budget. This is a hands-on opportunity to shape the future digital landscape of a major organisation using Agile and Waterfall methodologies. The Role Lead the delivery of a unified IT integration plan, managing complex interdependencies across various technical and operational workstreams. Partner with the Digital PMO to provide high-level reporting on milestones, risks, and resource pressures using Jira and MS Project. Architect risk mitigation strategies for...

We're working with a leading global specialist recruitment consultancy on this exciting opportunity. We are looking for a high-impact Integration Delivery Lead to spearhead a major IT transformation programme, driving the technical and operational alignment of complex enterprise systems. In this high-visibility role, you will be the glue between technical architects and senior business leaders, ensuring that large-scale data migrations and platform consolidations are delivered on time and within budget. This is a hands-on opportunity to shape the future digital landscape of a major organisation using Agile and Waterfall methodologies. The Role Lead the delivery of a unified IT integration plan, managing complex interdependencies across various technical and operational workstreams. Partner with the Digital PMO to provide high-level reporting on milestones, risks, and resource pressures using Jira and MS Project. Architect risk mitigation strategies for...

Senior CRM Product Manager - High-Impact Sales Technology Transformation Outside IR35 | £500-£550/day | Occasional travel to London or Derby Are you a CRM Product Manager who sees CRM as a value-creating product - not just a database? Do you thrive in commercial environments where sales productivity, data quality, and workflow design actually matter? If so, this contract gives you the opportunity to lead a major CRM transformation with real organisational impact. A large, complex organisation is rebuilding its Dynamics 365 CRM ecosystem, shifting towards an insight-led sales technology platform that embeds modern sales methodology and powers predictable, scalable revenue growth. This role is the single product owner for CRM - responsible for strategy, data structure, workflow design and cross-functional delivery. What You'll Own Define & drive the CRM product vision and roadmap Translate commercial needs into scalable CRM capabilities and behaviours Redesign life...

🔥 Contract Product Manager – Data, Commercial & Growth Focus – EdTech Scale-Up 🔥 📍London 🏢Hybrid - 2 days/week min 💷£400-£450/day - DOE - Outside IR35 ⏳2 months with the possibility to extend ⏱️Start ASAP 🚀 One for the analytically minded Product Managers who love getting under the skin of data and driving real commercial impact… We’re partnering with a fast-growing EdTech scale-up in London that’s on a serious upward trajectory 📈 and they need a sharp, commercially astute Product Manager to help unlock the next phase of growth. This isn’t a “roadmap babysitter” role… this is about following the data, finding the opportunities, and shaping what matters most 💥 💡 What you’ll be doing: • Dive deep into data working closely with analysts and getting hands-on yourself (PowerBI, Looker Studio, GA4) • Connect the dots between data insights and revenue performance 💰 • Identify trends, opportunities, and inefficiencies across the product and...

Role: Contract Technical Consultant / Infrastructure & Containers Engineer Location: Southwest London (Hybrid; 3 days per week onsite) Duration: Initial 12 Months Rate: £400 - £425 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required We are seeking a Technical Consultant to act as the primary interface between a specialist IT consultancy and a global leader in the Defence & Aerospace sector. You will oversee technical delivery, manage senior stakeholders, and ensure the roadmap aligns with complex, mission-critical requirements. Key Deliverables Architectural Oversight: Act as the Subject Matter Expert for Containerisation (Docker) and Infrastructure, defining the strategy and ensuring engineering teams deliver to standard. Business Acumen: Navigate a high-pressure environment, translating technical challenges into business solutions and operational outcomes. Technical Governance: Oversee the management of VMware...

Role: Contract Technical Consultant/Infrastructure & Containers Engineer Location: Southwest London (Hybrid; 3 days per week onsite) Duration: Initial 12 Months Rate: £400 - £425 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required We are seeking a Technical Consultant to act as the primary interface between a specialist IT consultancy and a global leader in the Defence & Aerospace sector. You will oversee technical delivery, manage senior stakeholders, and ensure the roadmap aligns with complex, mission-critical requirements. Key Deliverables Architectural Oversight: Act as the Subject Matter Expert for Containerisation (Docker) and Infrastructure, defining the strategy and ensuring engineering teams deliver to standard. Business Acumen: Navigate a high-pressure environment, translating technical challenges into business solutions and operational outcomes. Technical Governance: Oversee the management of VMware estates and...

Job Title: Digital Project Manager Location: Hybrid 1-2 days a week onsite, Swindon Contract Length: 3-4 months Day Rate: £375-£500 p/d Clearance: BPSS Start: ASAP IR35: Outside (Can use Ltd Company) F5 are delighted to be partnering with a leading Digital Agency, who has strong ties to the Public Sector. They are seeking a talented Digital Project Manager to support an end client on some digital projects over the next 3-4 months. This role requires candidates to be onsite 1-2 days a week in Swindon, however there is some flexibility here. Skills & Experience Extensive Agile environment exposure. Strong experience managing Digital/Web/CMS based projects. Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management. Digital Agency or IT Consultancy background. Active relevant Certifications (eg Scrum Master, Prince II etc.) Because of the areas you will be operating in, candidates will be required to go through BPSS checks. If the above applies...

Oracle 11g DBA | £500 - £600 We're working with a leading high-assurance consultancy delivering mission-critical infrastructure for the public sector on this exciting opportunity. We are hunting for a heavyweight Oracle 11g DBA to take the reins of a high-availability production estate. This is a high-impact, Outside IR35 contract where you will ensure the operational stability and performance of business-critical systems in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment using RMAN, Data Guard, and Linux-based platforms. The Role Provide 24x7 production support for mission-critical Oracle 11g database environments. Lead the diagnosis and resolution of complex performance issues and major incidents. Manage robust backup and recovery strategies using RMAN and ensure disaster recovery readiness via Data Guard. Implement critical database changes and security patches through rigorous ITIL-aligned change management processes. Optimize long-term stability through proactive...

Full job description The Role We are recruiting for a Digital Transformation Project Manager to support a government backed programme focused on modernising infrastructure and building systems. This is an outside IR35 contract offering £350 - £400 per day. Candidates must hold SC clearance or be eligible to obtain it. You will be responsible for delivering digital transformation initiatives across infrastructure, engineering and building services environments, working closely with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Deliver digital transformation projects across infrastructure and building systems Manage full project lifecycle from planning through to delivery and handover Coordinate with internal teams, engineers and external stakeholders Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget Support integration of digital systems including BMS, smart building technology and asset...

Oracle 11g DBA | £500 - £600 We're working with a leading high-assurance consultancy delivering mission-critical infrastructure for the public sector on this exciting opportunity. We are hunting for a heavyweight Oracle 11g DBA to take the reins of a high-availability production estate. This is a high-impact, Outside IR35 contract where you will ensure the operational stability and performance of business-critical systems in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment using RMAN, Data Guard, and Linux-based platforms. The Role Provide 24x7 production support for mission-critical Oracle 11g database environments. Lead the diagnosis and resolution of complex performance issues and major incidents. Manage robust backup and recovery strategies using RMAN and ensure disaster recovery readiness via Data Guard. Implement critical database changes and security patches through rigorous ITIL-aligned change management processes. Optimize long-term stability through proactive...

Test Manager, 6 month contract, London (hybrid), £500-550 per day (outside ir35) Our customer a leading law firm are looking for a Test Manager to join their technology transformation team. The ideal candidate with have previous experience in a simliar role within a Law firm and have testing knowledge for legal applications like InTapp, iManage & Aderant. The Test Manager will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of testing activities for the Matter Lifecycle Enhancement (MLE) programme and Finance System Transformation (FST) Programme. This role ensures that testing is structured, efficient, and aligned with programme objectives, delivering confidence in quality before go-live. Key Responsibilities Define, document, and own the overall test strategy, approach, and governance for assigned projects. Develop and maintain test plans, schedules, and resource allocations across multiple workstreams. Coordinate with project managers, business analysts, and...

Delivery Manager Remote with very occasional client visits £400pd - Outside IR35 6 month contract Our client, an established and successful Consultancy are looking for a number of Delivery Managers to join them on a 6 month contract basis With head offices in the north of the UK and branches spreading across the globe, they're a dynamic technology consultancy that specialise in supporting large Digital transformation projects. They've worked with the likes of Heineken and Harrods but more recently have been involved in large public sector and GOV projects After recently winning a large public sector project they are creating a whole new team and need people who are able to start no later than April 13th. We are looking for: 2-5 years DM experience Good project/stakeholder management experience Can wear Scrum Master hat/facilitate team Software delivery Gov/public sector experience highly beneficial Interested to hear more? I would be more than happy to...

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to join a banking institution and support agile delivery across technology teams. This role will work closely with front-end teams and key stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery, strong collaboration, and effective agile practices. Work Model: Hybrid (1 day on site, London) Contract: 6 months Rate: £450 per day (Outside IR35) Industry: Banking / Financial Services Key Responsibilities Facilitate agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and sprint reviews. Support front-end engineering teams in delivering work efficiently, collaboratively, and to agreed quality standards. Remove blockers, manage dependencies, and help teams stay focused on priorities and delivery goals. Work closely with Product Owners, engineers, and wider stakeholders to maintain alignment on scope, outcomes, and timelines. Promote continuous improvement, coaching teams on best practice and effective agile...

Scrum Master. Location: London, Greater London, United Kingdom. Contract: 6 months. Rate: £400-£450 per day (Outside IR35). Industry: Banking/Financial Services. Work Model: 1 day a week (Hybrid) We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to join a banking institution and support agile delivery across technology teams. This role will work closely with Front End teams and key stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery, strong collaboration, and effective agile practices. Key Responsibilities. . Facilitate agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and sprint reviews. . Support Front End engineering teams in delivering work efficiently, collaboratively, and to agreed quality standards. . Remove blockers, manage dependencies, and help teams stay focused on priorities and delivery goals. . Work closely with Product Owners, engineers, and wider stakeholders to maintain alignment on scope, outcomes, and timelines. . Promote continuous improvement,...

Scrum Master: Location: London, Greater London, United Kingdom Contract: 6 months Rate: £400-£600 per day (Outside IR35) Industry: Banking/Financial Services Work Model: 1 day a week (Hybrid) We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to join a banking institution and support agile delivery across technology teams. This role will work closely with Front End teams and key stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery, strong collaboration, and effective agile practices. Key Responsibilities Facilitate agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and sprint reviews. Support Front End engineering teams in delivering work efficiently, collaboratively, and to agreed quality standards. Remove blockers, manage dependencies, and help teams stay focused on priorities and delivery goals. Work closely with Product Owners, engineers, and wider stakeholders to maintain alignment on scope, outcomes, and timelines. Promote continuous improvement,...

£425/day - outside IR35 6 months contract 2 days per week onsite London Payroll Migration Delivery Lead Contract | Outside IR35 | £425/day | London (Hybrid) | Financial Services A well-established financial services firm is undertaking a significant modernisation programme - moving payroll operations from Legacy desktop systems onto a modern cloud-based platform. As Delivery Lead, you will own end-to-end project management across two workstreams: UK payroll consolidation launching mid-year, followed by Irish payroll consolidation. You will draw on learnings from the UK rollout to accelerate and de-risk the Ireland programme, working closely with infrastructure, architecture, and payroll teams alongside external vendors. What you will be doing Leading scoping, planning and phased delivery of both payroll migrations - ensuring weekly, fortnightly and monthly payroll deadlines are met throughout. You will manage vendor relationships, oversee data migration...

Job Title: Delivery Manager Location: Hybrid 1-2 days a week onsite, Wiltshire Contract Length: 4 months+ Day Rate: £400-£450 p/d Clearance: BPSS Start: ASAP IR35: Outside (Can use Ltd Company) F5 are delighted to be partnering with a leading Digital Agency, who has strong ties to the Public Sector. They are seeking a talented Delivery Manager to support an end client on some digital projects over the next 4 months. This role requires candidates to be onsite 1-2 days a week in Wiltshire, however there is some flexibility here. Skills & Experience Delivery of complex products - Proven ability to deliver high-risk, complex products or services at pace while maintaining quality and momentum. Risk management - Skilled at identifying, tracking and mitigating risks and dependencies to protect delivery and reduce organisational exposure. Agile practice - Experienced in coaching and leading teams in pragmatic Agile practices within complex environments....