Project Manager - Business Analyst£720.50 p/d Umbrella Inside IR35Edinburgh Hybrid, 3 days per week 6 monthsRole Summary: This role is responsible for E2E project management and delivery of the client on-boarding and change projects in Securities Services achieving the agreed scope, time, cost and quality outcomes for the client. The role provides for Project Management support within Europe, across Fund Administration, Transfer Agency, Middle Office, Global Custody and Trustee Services areas. The role will also include line management responsibilities for a team of Project Managers based in the same location.Key AccountabilitiesManage the end to end on-boarding of Clients in accordance with the HSBC Project Governance, Methods, competencies and change management frameworksProject definition and business case development (scope, objectives, dependencies, Costs, assumptions, acceptance criteria, issues and risks) and approvalsProvide a single ‘change’ point of contact and coordination point for key clients and internal stakeholders to achieve project outcomesEnsure the integration of all business functions to enable operational/ business readiness in the delivery of the solutionDevelop and baseline a detailed project plan to support required deliverables, activities, resource allocations and project interdependenciesDevelop and implement the required project governance structures including Project Steering Committees, working groups, escalation and decision pathwaysManage overall resource forecasting and planning functionWork with related teams to identify resources including key competencies, resource allocation and phasingTrack the utilisation of resources in line with line/team managersDevelop work plans and ensure clear deliverables in place and deliveredEnsure resource forecasts are accurate and complete Implement project controls and reportingDevelop manage and report project budget and stage gate approvalsReport on actuals and forecast against plan and manage under/overruns and changes correctlyDevelop benefit realisation plan and coordinate reportingProduce, review and approval of project deliverables and documentation in line with HSBC methodologiesDefine effective business requirements and ensure signoff, aligned with SS standardDefine detailed testing activities and controlsImplement concise project reporting of decisions points, risks, issues, status and costsEnsure Clarity records are an accurate reflection of the status and stage gate of the projectUnderstanding of regulatory and compliance environment and requirementsControl, manage and report risks, issues dependencies and changes in scopeIdentify, analyse and mitigate dependencies, risks and issuesImplement the change control processes to manage internal and external scope changes and impactsIntegrate SS Business Strategies and operational design into actionable deliverables and change management activitiesWork with senior management and stakeholders to devise client review strategy to achieve optimization of client profile and profitabilityIntegrate SS Business Strategies and operational design into actionable deliverables and change management activitiesWork with senior management and stakeholders to devise client review strategy to achieve optimization of client profile and profitabilityKnowledge & ExperienceAt least 8 -10 years relevant experience in change management or migration projects in securities / fund administration / fund middle office. University graduate preferably in business administration, information technology or a similar discipline Solid knowledge of Fund Accounting, Transfer Agency and Middle Office Vendor product – MultiFonds, Markit EDM, XSP, etc. are definitely an advantageDemonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the securities market and the associated market infrastructure for Fund Administration, Fund Middle Office and Custody businessGeneral awareness of business, regulatory and technology change within investment management is essential.Good technical aptitude, including excellent knowledge in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and Excel macrosCapabilitiesA solid understanding of business change techniques including the application of industry-standard methodologies, techniques, complex modelling, and scenario planning. Strategic mind-set, with strong conceptual, creative and analytical content.Energetic, results focused, change agent, with a strong work ethic.Self-motivated with the ability to think, and act, independently and able to work under pressure to meet project deadlines Team player and people motivator.Excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical, creative problem solving, collaborative and influencing skills Excellent relationship management and networking skills to work with stakeholders across business divisions and geographiesMust be a good communicator – verbal and written by English; Mandarin speaking also preferable Must be able to multi-task and be able to prioritise effectively.If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply, either apply direct or reach out at mohammed.wasim@tapfin.comPlease note, in the event of a high volume of applications for this role, we will not be able to respond to each individual applicant. Unfortunately, if you have not been contacted within 7 days we will not be progressing with your application. Thank you for your understanding