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Project Manager - SaaS Implementation (SaaS Student Residences System)Contract: 6 months initially
Location: London (Hybrid)
Day Rate: £500 per day
IR35: Inside (Must use an umbrella company)
The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead an implementation of a new SaaS Student Residences System.
This is a high-impact role driving a complex transformation programme across multiple sites, working with international teams and senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities*Lead the end-to-end delivery of a major transformation project
*Own and drive project plans, timelines, and key milestones
*Proactively manage risks, dependencies, and issues in a fast-paced environment
*Coordinate delivery with cross-functional teams across the UK, Europe, and North America
*Engage, influence, and manage senior stakeholders
*Ensure successful delivery against strict, non-negotiable deadlines
*Work closely with third-party vendors to deliver IT solutions
About You*Proven experience within Higher Education (HE) environments
*Holds a recognised Project Management or Agile certification (e.g., PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM PMQ, SAFe Scrum Master)
*Strong experience working within SAFe and Agile frameworks
*Hands-on experience using Azure DevOps (ADO)
*A servant leader mindset with the ability to coach Agile teams and facilitate key ceremonies
*Practical experience across Scrum, Kanban, Built-in Quality, and SAFe delivery principles
*Demonstrated ability to support Agile Release Trains (ARTs) in delivering value