IT Project Manager

IT PROJECT MANAGER

Are you an experienced IT Project Manager? Do you have knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)? Experience of Scrum? In possession of a recognised Project Management qualification? Confident handling multiple projects of different shapes and sizes whether end to end, pure planning, or focused on delivery? Based in the UK?

Come and be an IT Project Manager at Simplify!

THE JOB

As an IT Project Manager at Simplify, you'll sit right at the heart of our change portfolio, driving IT projects across various business areas.

You will:

• Lead and deliver IT projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ranging from software development and system implementations to broader digital transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with key stakeholders across the business to understand project requirements and expectations.
• Apply Waterfall and Agile methodologies effectively, tailoring your approach to best fit each project's unique needs and desired outcomes.
• Manage project teams, leveraging your ability to motivate, inspire, and bring out the best in your team members.
• Act as a key liaison between technical teams, stakeholders, and external partners, ensuring clear communication and alignment at all stages of the project.
• Continuously monitor and assess project risks, resolving issues proactively to keep projects on track.

BENEFITS 

Competitive Salary, Remote working options with occasional travel, 25 Days Holiday (Plus 8 Days Public Holiday), Option To Buy Or Sell Holiday Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Pay, Free Conveyancing Legals, GP-24 Hour Service, Retail Discounts Plus Many More!  

REQUIREMENTS 

We’re looking for a professionally qualified IT Project Manager. You’ll be familiar with Waterfall and Agile principles with the ability to take a self-developed approach to best effect the required project outcomes and confidence managing across the full lifecycle of a project.

You will need to be able to demonstrate:

• A recognized Project Management qualification (such as Prince2, DSDM, etc.)
• A Scrum Master certification or relevant experience
• Proven experience and knowledge of the SDLC and its application in project work.
• Strong stakeholder relationship management skills and experience driving projects and broader change initiatives.
• A demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects end-to-end with a genuine passion for delivery and outcomes.
• Lastly, you’ll need to be a motivator of people who is committed to the cause and able to bring out the very best in your project teams. 

OUR HIRING PROCESS: 

1. You’ve checked out our job ad 

1. It’s gathered your interest and you’ve applied using our easy application process 

1. If selected, a member of our lovely team will make contact to confirm next steps

1. We will then arrange an interview with the hiring manager, which will include a presentation

1. If successful, we make the offer and get the ball rolling  

1. Your friends come on over and you earn a sweet referral bonus – for each one! 

OUR PEOPLE 

Simplify believes diversity brings benefits for our clients, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation. 

ABOUT US  

Simplify is the UK’s leading conveyancing and property services business, comprising nine businesses which include some of the largest conveyancing law firms in the UK, two leading independent property services businesses as well as being the market-leading direct to consumer online conveyancer.