Senior Technical Project Manager

October 26, 2026

Senior

London, United Kingdom

Description

A FinTech firm in London is hiring a Senior Technical Project Manager to oversee the delivery of software product initiatives across the full SDLC. The role combines Agile delivery leadership, release management, and milestone tracking for a SaaS Client Lifecycle Management platform used by wealth management and private banking firms. You will coordinate Product, Engineering, QA, and Operations, proactively manage risks, and report progress to senior internal stakeholders. The company offers career progression, exposure to global digital transformation projects, and learning opportunities through its internal academy.

Responsibilities

Facilitate Agile ceremonies for SDLC teams, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
Coordinate release cycles, ensuring smooth deployments, quality control, and post-release validation
Track alignment between product roadmaps, sprint delivery, and progress against SaaS milestones
Work closely with Product, Engineering, QA, and Operations to ensure predictable deployments
Maintain strong process discipline, adapting Agile practices to a SaaS environment with CI/CD
Identify risks early, escalate them, and manage mitigation strategies
Prepare structured reports for senior stakeholders, providing clear visibility into progress
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across product teams

Requirements

At least 8 years of project management experience, including at least 5 years working directly on SDLC projects
Proven experience managing Agile/Scrum product development projects
Strong Scrum Master background in fast-paced SDLC environments
In-depth understanding of release management and continuous delivery practices
Ability to build effective communication and influence senior internal stakeholders
Strong organizational skills and a track record of delivering on time and within scope
Excellent facilitation and conflict resolution skills
Experience in FinTech or Wealth Management SaaS is preferred but not required