131 Technical Project Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

Handle Recruitment are representing a global media and technology company in their search for a Technical Project Manager.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our clients Technology team delivers best-in-class digital experiences to over 1 billion consumers globally. It creates data-driven technology and products that are essential for connecting billions of customers to iconic global brands. The team operates in an agile environment that fosters meaningful collaboration across the organisation, powering an engaged workforce and user base.

5 Month Temporary Role | Central London Based

ABOUT THE ROLE

A global media and technology organisation is seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Manager to join its Technology Engagement team. This team plays a vital role in enhancing employee engagement and enabling effective communication across the entire Technology department and its leadership.

This interim leadership role focuses on operational enablement during a period of transition. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers and strong executors who excel in transforming complex or technical concepts into accessible, engaging content. A passion for writing and internal communication is key to success in this position.

Note: This is an internal-facing role. It does not involve external communications or public relations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Messaging Development & Execution
  Develop and manage internal content such as newsletters, town halls, leadership updates, and employee-facing collateral.
• Leadership Support
  Act as a trusted advisor and delivery partner for Technology leadership on internal messaging and engagement strategies.
• Engagement Programs
  Collaborate with cross-functional partners to lead and support programs that promote culture, recognition, and inclusion.
• Cross-Functional Partnership
  Build and maintain strong relationships with team leads, People teams, and business enablement functions to support key strategic objectives through effective communication and change management materials.
• Team Enablement
  Provide mentorship and guidance to team members to support goal alignment and execution. Monitor and report on program metrics to assess impact and identify areas for improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience in internal communications, employee engagement, or a related field, preferably within a technology, media, or global enterprise environment.
• Strong operational mindset with the ability to execute effectively across competing priorities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for simplifying complex topics for diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to lead or mentor teams, particularly in transitional or fast-paced environments.
• Adept at building trust and forming strong relationships with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively across multiple time zones.

Apply below today if you have the relevant skills and think this would be the right role for you!

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Job Summary: As a Technical Project Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of our clients’ digital transformation workstreams. You will work with Tier 1 clients on their website/web app ecosystems across various industries in both the public and private sectors. Your role includes managing engagement with key customers and partners, serving as the primary contact for all product and project-related matters. You will support clients in their web ecosystem roadmaps while ensuring delivery remains on time and within budget. This includes new web builds and ongoing support/BAU improvements.

Using a mix of traditional project management and agile delivery skills, you will adopt appropriate methods and tools to maintain high-quality standards from both project and team perspectives.

This role is hybrid, requiring a couple of days per week at our Kensington office in London, with possible ad-hoc travel to client sites for meetings and milestones.

• Manage relationships and engagement with customers and partners, acting as the day-to-day point of contact for all project-related matters. Facilitate ceremonies and workshops with stakeholders and key clients.
• Understand our clients’ roadmaps and deliver value following a product-led approach. Focus on web-based projects, including Content Management Systems (e.g., Drupal), SaaS platforms (e.g., Laravel), UX and Service Design, with considerations for SEO, CRO, accessibility, and performance.
• Manage scope, costs, and timelines of workstreams. Collaborate with the PMO Analyst and Resources Manager to align resource allocation with project milestones.
• Maintain a risk register and monitor delivery progress. Adhere to ISO standards to oversee quality and security of solutions delivered.
• Work with Sales & Client Services teams to identify new opportunities and scope potential projects. Participate in pre-sales activities, including scoping, proposals, tenders, and client pitches. Review Statements of Work (SoWs) for accurate scoping and risk management.
• Engage actively in the CACI delivery community by sharing best practices, mentoring others, and continually improving delivery processes.

• Experience delivering web-related projects for large government agencies or similar organizations, following the gov.uk Service Standard. Service Assessment record is a plus.
• Experience with web CMS (Drupal or equivalent) and custom web app platforms built using open-source solutions (Laravel or equivalent).
• Experience managing software workstreams in an agile environment.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, capable of handling difficult situations and resolving conflicts.
• Commercial awareness, including budget tracking, risk management, and forecasting.
• Ability to build and lead high-performing teams with clear communication and collaboration.
• Eligibility for security clearance, requiring UK citizenship and residence in the UK for the past 5 years.

Talan (part of the Talan Group) is an expert provider of professional services. Our vision and mission is to take positive action in a complex world for the future good of people and the environment and to enlighten and enable our clients’ transformation in an increasingly complex world.

We are purpose-driven, working across multiple sectors, tackling social and environmental challenges, improving and simplify the way markets work, harnessing the power of digital transformation and ensuring data is protected and used ethically.

Talan provides a range of consultancy and outsourcing capabilities including programme management, market design and governance. We also have extensive and award-winning capabilities across cyber security, data privacy and digital transformation. We are IIP Gold accredited and Great Place to Work accredited.

The nature of what we do means we are very much a people business. The contribution every member of the team makes to our diverse range of experience, skills and personalities is valued. We invest heavily in learning and development to enable our people to develop skills and gain experience which will enhance career prospects for life. Many who started their careers with us have rapidly progressed to more senior positions.

No two days are the same, but we believe in a flexible approach to working which we know our employees value.

The Role
You will work on a variety of client projects across different sectors, either introducing new technologies and software from scratch or upgrading existing solutions. You will work with a team of experts who will support the solution, development, and management of technical solutions on behalf of Talan’s clients. This is an exciting opportunity and is central to ensuring that the Company can deliver and manage the right technical solutions to clients in a fast-changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for delivering and implementing digital products and services as part of the Digital Transformation project and programme portfolio
• You will be able to work independently or alongside other specialist roles such as developers (external), Solution Architects, Enterprise Consultants, and Project Managers to deliver innovative solutions to our customers
• You will be responsible for managing the full project delivery lifecycle to include:
  • Supporting the development of project estimates for new bids
  • Develop and implement a project management strategy appropriate to the client's requirements.
  • Service & technology design, transition, operation, and continual improvement
  • Leading on project planning, scheduling, controlling, and reporting of projects allocated to you
  • Manage risks and ensure solutions to problems are implemented in line with change control processes
  • Full project reporting including progress against plan, budget, and quality
  • Support effective delivery from workstream leads and adherence to quality management standards
  • Ensure regular review of performance and that corrective action plans are implemented for critical projects
• Drive reviews and understanding of lessons learnt, outputs, and feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Offer knowledge sessions back to the business to support growth and improve ways of working. This could be done at staff stand-ups, dedicated training sessions, or feedback and ways of working sessions.
• Build strong working relationships and manage expectations of all stakeholders
• Ensure projects are followed up with benefit realisation
• Support future business development initiatives, inputting into bids and proposals as required.
• Identify opportunities for expansion of services into existing clients and work with business development colleagues to upsell, network, and position for future work and growth.

Competitive salary plus bonus and an excellent benefit package.

Requirements

• Product and technical solution design and implementation experience
• Prince 2 Practitioner or equivalent
• Familiar or accredited with ITIL or TOGAF
• Able to work in a variety of implementation approaches, Agile and Waterfall
• 5 years’ plus experience in similar role in either a consultancy or digitally enabled business
• Understanding/ experience of the UK energy market, including business and data architecture/market and regulatory design processes would be beneficial.

Upon employment, employees should also have a sound awareness of the Company's Information, Quality, Environmental and Energy Management Systems.

WHAT WE OFFER
25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Profit-related Bonus (discretionary)
Reward and recognition schemes
Flexible working
Private Bupa healthcare
Life Assurance (up to 4 times annual salary)
Matched pension contributions
Season Ticket Loan
Cycle to work scheme
Buy and Sell annual leave
Reimbursement of eye test and up to £50 towards glasses or contacts
Corporate gym rates
Employee Assistance Programme
Summer and Christmas parties, along with monthly