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Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead and deliver a range of high-value IT initiatives across a well-known organisation. The successful candidate will manage complex, multi-million-pound projects that drive business transformation and operational excellence. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while effectively managing stakeholders, resources, and suppliers. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of large and complex IT projects running into the millions. Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals. Define and oversee project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and resource plans. Manage project teams directly, providing leadership, guidance, and performance oversight. Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders across business services, IT, and external partners. Manage relationships and performance of external suppliers and third-party vendors. Ensure adherence to governance frameworks, project management methodologies, and compliance requirements. Conduct regular reporting and communication with senior management and stakeholders on progress, risks, and issues. Facilitate workshops, negotiations, and communication sessions with business users and clients to ensure alignment. Person Specification Essential Requirements: Proven experience managing large and complex IT projects across multiple business domains. Demonstrable experience managing large-scale Business Services programmes. Hands-on experience managing project team members directly within a matrix environment. Proven track record of delivery across all stages of the project lifecycle (initiation through to closure). Strong Quality Assurance and Quality Control experience within project delivery. Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, and facilitation skills. Demonstrated ability to manage external suppliers and project resources effectively. Desirable: Professional certifications such as PRINCE2, PMP, or MSP. Experience with Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Strong understanding of governance frameworks and risk management. Experience working within highly regulated or complex enterprise environments. Key Attributes Strategic thinker with strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative approach. Commercially astute with a results-oriented mindset.

Data Anonymisation Specialist We are looking for a Data Anonymisation Specialist to join a financial services client based in Sheffield. The team are looking to hire a data anonymisation specialist who can be an integral part of helping the business to manage and mitigate any risks associated with third-party data sharing, across several short, medium and long-term planned activities. The Role We are specifically looking for someone with experience in supporting data anonymisation processes and an understanding of data types, structures and schemas. Applying your skills while considering the importance and impact of data security as a whole in a highly regulated environment is crucial. This is a great opportunity to be part of a developing service where your input is valued and can help drive its maturity and efficiencies for the future. Key Responsibilities: Advise application teams on Creation of data dictionaries Identifying sensitive data Define suitable anonymisation approaches Assign column level masking algorithms Operate the data masking service Support the data masking service Working with software vendor support and consultation services Some out-of-hours work supporting the masking service is required Experienced required: Proven experience with Structured data Data anonymisation analysis Data masking techniques Experience working with masking technology platforms Technical troubleshooting Working with stakeholders and building relationships Excellent verbal and written communication skills Immediate start (within 4 weeks) Desirable: Experience with writing and supporting Python code Experience with Delphix data masking or similar tooling Experience working in Azure or other cloud environment Experience in Financial Services or similar regulated sectors More details available on successful application.

IT Service Manager - Luxury Cruise Liner (3-Month Rotational Overseas Work) TAX-FREE Living Expenses Covered When Working Away Join a world-class luxury cruise liner as an IT Service Manager, overseeing IT service delivery, stakeholder engagement, and technical operations to ensure a seamless digital experience for guests and crew. This dynamic role involves a three-month rotational overseas assignment, where you will lead IT service management, drive operational excellence, and collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance IT performance onboard. Why Join? All living expenses covered while working overseas Opportunity to travel the world while advancing your IT leadership career Work in a prestigious, multicultural environment, delivering exceptional IT services aboard a luxury cruise liner Key Responsibilities: Service Management & Delivery: Oversee IT service operations, ensuring high availability, performance, and seamless user experiences for guests and crew. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary IT point of contact for senior leadership, department heads, and external vendors, ensuring alignment with business needs. IT Strategy & Continuous Improvement: Develop and implement IT service strategies to enhance operational efficiency, minimize downtime, and drive innovation. Leadership & Team Management: Mentor and manage onboard IT support staff, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and proactive problem-solving. Incident & Problem Management: Ensure swift resolution of IT issues through structured processes, clear escalation paths, and robust service management frameworks. Compliance & Security: Ensure IT operations comply with maritime regulations, cybersecurity policies, and data protection standards. Qualifications & Requirements: 5+ years of experience in IT service management, IT operations, or technology leadership roles ITIL Certification required (experience implementing ITIL best practices preferred) Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences Proven experience managing IT support teams, vendors, and service contracts Expertise in enterprise IT infrastructure, including Servers, networks, and end-user computing (EUC) Hospitality, cruise, or travel industry experience preferred Marine Training (STCW) or willingness to complete it before starting work Work Environment: Lead IT service management onboard a luxury cruise liner, ensuring seamless technology operations across multiple locations. Work in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment, collaborating with diverse international teams. Adapt to varying time zones and operational needs while maintaining high service standards. If you are a strategic IT leader with a passion for service excellence, stakeholder management, and global operations, this is your opportunity to take your career to the next level while exploring the world!