About the team:
The Enabling Functions team sits within Technology and operates as a key value stream at the heart of delivering OSB’s strategic priorities. Comprising a close-knit team of Project Managers, the function primarily leads and supports Technology-driven change, while also delivering cross-functional initiatives across Operations, Finance, HR, Credit and regulatory programmes.
Working in close collaboration with Business Analysts, Engineering, Testing, PMO, business stakeholders, second line risk teams (2LoD) and third-party suppliers, the team plays a central role in connecting business and technology. All projects are aligned to OSB’s strategic pillars, directly contributing to organisational success and reflecting a strong commitment to serving customers and the wider community.
This is a highly collaborative, visible environment offering broad exposure and the opportunity to deliver impactful, business-critical change, ideal for project professionals who thrive at the centre of fast paced dynamic environment.
What you will be doing?:
As Project Manager (Enabling Functions) you will have the opportunity to support the Enabling Functions value stream, you will be responsible for managing complex change projects considering the customer and communities to provide excellent outcomes.
This is a highly visible role, requiring regular interaction with senior stakeholders and collaboration with teams across the UK and India. You will therefore need to be flexible within your approach and have the ability to provide sound direction, governance and oversight to your team and stakeholders within a fast paced environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Deliver end-to-end projects to agreed timelines, scope and budget, ensuring successful implementation and measurable outcomes
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Develop and maintain robust project plans, managing resources, RAIDD, costs and documentation
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Establish and embed effective project governance, frameworks and ways of working
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Lead workshops and collaborate with technical teams to define requirements and deliver system and process improvements
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Manage workstream performance, risks and issues, taking corrective action and ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies
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Build strong senior stakeholder relationships, providing clear reporting and influencing decision-making to align with business goals
What's in it for you?:
We offer a base salary of between £50,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience and location and a competitive benefits package including:
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Enhanced family-focused benefits
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Hybrid-working
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Annual bonus opportunity
Please use this link to see the fantastic benefits available at OSB: OSB Careers
About us:
At OSB Group, we understand how much our people bring to our organisation, which is why we try our best to give back too! Our Purpose is to help our customers, colleagues and communities prosper and we are on a transformation journey to become ‘the bank of the future’.
Our commitment to professional development, flexible working, and employee well-being fosters a dynamic and supportive workplace.
Do you have the skills?:
We are looking for talented individuals who have the experience and knowledge set out below:
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Experience delivering or supporting change projects within financial services or a similarly regulated field
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Experience working as a Project Manager, delivering projects ideally using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
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Knowledge of the full project lifecycle and delivery approaches
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Detailed knowledge of project governance
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Experience producing and managing key project documentation and reporting
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Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging at a senior level
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Experience in all aspects of RAIDD management is essential
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Proficient in Microsoft Office
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Knowledge of Confluence, JIRA and PlanView would be an advantage
Next steps:
If this sounds like you, please apply now! For internal applications please visit the internal careers page to apply.
Still on the fence? Hear from our team or explore our process: OSB Careers
Shortlisted candidates will go through a personalised recruitment process, that is relevant and conversational – inclusive any individual reasonable support required. We want to bring out the best in you!
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Not sure if you meet the spec? Let us decide.
Research tells us that those from marginalised groups feel like they need to meet 100% of the criteria to apply. Here at OSB, we are committed to inclusivity and understand the value different experiences and perspectives can bring, so please don’t feel like you need to check every box to apply for a role internally.
We champion diversity at all levels, with Board-level Diversity Champions tracking our progress. We are proud to be signed up to the Women in Finance Charter to actively support the growth and development of senior women in our sector and are dedicated to treating all our employees and job applicants equally, opposed to discrimination on any grounds.
