Overview
Role Overview: To lead and optimise the technical delivery of complex finance projects and programmes through all phases of the engineering lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Project and Programme Management – Oversee the delivery of engineering projects across Finance domains; provide leadership and direction to Project Managers (both direct and matrix-managed) to ensure successful execution of technology change initiatives; ensure alignment of teams to programme objectives and commitments; develop and maintain comprehensive plans covering activities, resources, budgets, and timelines across IT change programmes; proactively identify systemic bottlenecks, risks, issues, and opportunities, offering strategic solutions to maintain programme momentum and achieve objectives; manage end-to-end programme delivery from initiation through to transition into Business-as-Usual (BAU), ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Stakeholder Management – Foster strong partnerships with senior stakeholders across Finance and Engineering, driving alignment and engagement throughout the delivery lifecycle; maintain transparency and alignment through clear communication and consistent reporting of progress, risks and issues.
- Delivery Excellence – Uphold high standards of quality across all deliverables, embedding excellence into the organisation’s delivery practices; promote relentless improvement through retrospectives and data-driven delivery performance insights; ensure programmes deliver agreed business benefits within defined timeframes and resource constraints; stay informed on emerging technologies and trends, identifying opportunities to enhance programme outcomes.
Key Qualifications
- Proven expertise in managing IT projects and programmes within sophisticated organizational environments, including Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP implementation
- Demonstrable success in managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Exceptional problem-solving capability – including the ability to diagnose systemic issues, analyse root causes and design pragmatic solutions to improve delivery
- Solid understanding of engineering principles, agile software development, business and technical analysis and governance frameworks
- Proficient in using project management tools and methodologies, including Agile and scrum
- Holds a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Project Management, or an equivalent discipline
Key Competencies
- Critical thinking with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving capabilities and a proactive, solution-oriented approach
- Demonstrated ability to challenge existing practices and drive continuous improvement in ways of working
- Strong communication and presentation skills
About LSEG and Culture
LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our values are Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change, which underpin our purpose and guide our actions. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence.
Working with us means you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. We value individuality and a diverse workforce, and we encourage new ideas. We offer tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.
Please read this privacy notice carefully, describing what personal information LSEG may hold, how it’s used, and your rights as a data subject. If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, ensure that candidates are aware of this privacy notice.
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Role Overview: To lead and optimise the technical delivery of complex finance projects and programmes through all phases of the engineering lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Project and Programme Management – Oversee the delivery of engineering projects across Finance domains; provide leadership and direction to Project Managers (both direct and matrix-managed) to ensure successful execution of technology change initiatives; ensure alignment of teams to programme objectives and commitments; develop and maintain comprehensive plans covering activities, resources, budgets, and timelines across IT change programmes; proactively identify systemic bottlenecks, risks, issues, and opportunities, offering strategic solutions to maintain programme momentum and achieve objectives; manage end-to-end programme delivery from initiation through to transition into Business-as-Usual (BAU), ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Stakeholder Management – Foster strong partnerships with senior stakeholders across Finance and Engineering, driving alignment and engagement throughout the delivery lifecycle; maintain transparency and alignment through clear communication and consistent reporting of progress, risks and issues.
- Delivery Excellence – Uphold high standards of quality across all deliverables, embedding excellence into the organisation’s delivery practices; promote relentless improvement through retrospectives and data-driven delivery performance insights; ensure programmes deliver agreed business benefits within defined timeframes and resource constraints; stay informed on emerging technologies and trends, identifying opportunities to enhance programme outcomes.
Key Qualifications
- Proven expertise in managing IT projects and programmes within sophisticated organizational environments, including Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP implementation
- Demonstrable success in managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Exceptional problem-solving capability – including the ability to diagnose systemic issues, analyse root causes and design pragmatic solutions to improve delivery
- Solid understanding of engineering principles, agile software development, business and technical analysis and governance frameworks
- Proficient in using project management tools and methodologies, including Agile and scrum
- Holds a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Project Management, or an equivalent discipline
Key Competencies
- Critical thinking with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving capabilities and a proactive, solution-oriented approach
- Demonstrated ability to challenge existing practices and drive continuous improvement in ways of working
- Strong communication and presentation skills
About LSEG and Culture
LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our values are Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change, which underpin our purpose and guide our actions. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence.
Working with us means you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. We value individuality and a diverse workforce, and we encourage new ideas. We offer tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.
Please read this privacy notice carefully, describing what personal information LSEG may hold, how it’s used, and your rights as a data subject. If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, ensure that candidates are aware of this privacy notice.
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